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📝 1. Overview
Mount Rainier towers with glacier-capped majesty—its national park offers wildflower meadows, alpine trails, and views that steal your breath.
💬 “Hiking to Panorama Point was life-changing.” – 152 likes
💬 “Rainier looks fake—it’s too perfect.” – 129 likes
💬 “We saw marmots, waterfalls, and snow in July.” – 108 likes
📸 2. Highlights
🏞️ Paradise – Iconic visitor area with alpine meadows & panoramic views
🌼 Skyline Trail – Wildflower-filled loop with glacier vistas
💦 Myrtle Falls – Short scenic walk with perfect photo op
🚠 Sunrise – Highest park access point with trails above the treeline
🧊 Nisqually Glacier View – Easily accessible glacier overlook
🌲 Grove of the Patriarchs – Old-growth forest with suspension bridge
💡 3. Smart Tips
🎫 Park fills fast—arrive before 9 AM or visit on weekdays
🌦️ Weather changes fast—layers, sunscreen, and waterproof gear = must
📱 Download NPS app & trail maps in advance (no service in most zones)
🧒 Family-friendly trails available, but watch elevation gain
🅿️ Sunrise and Paradise lots fill by mid-morning in summer
🎟️ 4. Tickets & Info
| Entry Type | Price | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Rainier NP Pass | $30/vehicle | Sunrise – Sunset |
| Paradise Visitor Center | Free | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Sunrise Visitor Center | Free | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
✳️ America the Beautiful Pass also accepted
🍽️ 5. Nearby Eats
🍲 Paradise Inn Dining Room – Classic lodge fare with mountain views
🍕 Wildberry Restaurant – Nepalese & American dishes near park entrance (Ashford)
☕ Basecamp Bar & Grill – Casual eats and espresso in Packwood
🚗 6. Access
🚗 From Seattle: ~2.5 hrs via WA-7 or WA-161 S
🛣️ Paradise via Nisqually Entrance; Sunrise via White River Entrance
🅿️ Parking at trailheads limited—shuttle may run in summer (check NPS site)
🎈 7. Vibes & Add-ons
🌄 Sunrise at Sunrise – Watch first light hit the glaciers
🐻 Wildlife sightings – Expect marmots, deer, and mountain goats
🌸 Flower season – Late July to early August = peak color
🏨 8. Recommended Hotels
🛏️ Paradise Inn
📍 Paradise Rd E, Ashford, WA 98304
Historic lodge inside the park with rustic rooms and unbeatable views
🛏️ Mountain Meadows Inn
📍 28912 WA-706 E, Ashford, WA 98304
Peaceful B&B with hot tubs and forest surroundings, 5 mins from entrance
🛏️ Alta Crystal Resort
📍 68317 WA-410, Greenwater, WA 98022
Charming chalet-style resort perfect for families near Sunrise
🌐 9. Contact / Info
📍 Mount Rainier NP Info Line: +1 360-569-2211
📍 Paradise Visitor Center: +1 360-569-6571
📍 White River Ranger Station: +1 360-569-2211 ext. 6036
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