Chinook Peak (6904')

Capping off a multi day peak bagging trip, I drove early to the Crystal Peak trailhead to ensure a parking spot on this Saturday morning (August 12, 2023). The Chinook Peak approach is accessed right at a switchback from the trail, with a gentle climb to the right of Peak 6706, followed by a traverse right to Chinook. Despite intimidating rock features, there is basically a trail to the summit involving mild scrambling. On the return I continued up the Crystal Peak trail to the Crystal Peak summit (6595') as the last time I was there in June 2018 it was snowing. Fabulous views, especially lower down on the trail where Rainier dominates a 180 viewing horizon. Stats: 11 miles/4400'