Trail of the Shadows

Directly across the road from the National Park Inn in Longmire is a 0.7 mile loop through an old growth forest known as the Trail of the Shadows. Signs posted throughout the trail tell the story of James Longmire, a Washington pioneer and climbing guide who, upon seeing the warm mineral springs here in the 1880s, eventually built a resort and spa named Longmire Medical Springs, and later the Longmire Springs Hotel.

Be Prepared:

Though highly recommended during James Longmire's time, visitors are strongly urged not to drink from the mineral springs.

What to Expect:

One of James Longmire's original homestead cabins.
Bubbling mineral springs (some with surrounding stone structures).
Impressive western redcedar and other plant life.
Views of Mt. Rainier from trail and porch of National Park Inn.