Nature’s Paradise

Mount Rainier National Park

An expansive wilderness awaits in Mount Rainier National Park. Lush wildflowers frame snow-capped peaks in landscapes that reflect paradise. The depth of its drama rests in landmark peak and active volcano, Mount Rainier.

Find your place in 260 miles of trails and five major rivers in the Cascade Range. You’ll be in good company. Rare species thrive here, including the Washington Fisher, American Marten, and Cascade Red Fox.

Listen to a canopy of birds and the rush of wind. Inhale the smell of butterscotch as Ponderosa Pines warm in the sun. Taste the glacial waters. It is evident—Mount Rainier is a destination that captures all the senses.

THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

Top Attractions

Vast, ethereal meadows against epic mountainscapes are the reason Paradise has its name. Experience Myrtle Falls with a towering Mount Rainier backdrop or find the most iconic view of Mount Rainier from Reflection Lakes in the summer.

Must-Do Activity

You aren’t likely to find a better destination for wildflowers than Mount Rainier National Park. Trails are painted with them in July and August. Head along the Alta Vista Trail for easy immersion into nature’s wonderland.

Off the Beaten Path

The Mount Freemont Lookout Trail delivers sweeping skyline views and 5.6 miles of meadows and rocky ridges. It’s best travelled on a clear day to avoid cloud-cover interference.

Insider's Tip

Plan a day to hang out riverside. The unique landscape of Mount Rainier makes for perfect swimming holes, especially along the Ohanapecosh River. Find the Blue Hole swimming spot for fun in vibrant, serene water.

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