Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025
Reviewed on Jun 26, 2025
We were lucky... the mountain was out a lot throughout the day. Hope you have the same luck!
Mount Rainier is crowned by it's many glaciers. Since we had just returned from an Alaskan cruise, I commented to my husband that we didn't need to go all the way to Alaska to see glaciers and the beauty of the mountains on our next trip with our grandchildren.
Visit Sunrise Point, Stevens Canyon (grove of the patriarchs) and Crystal Mountain and ride gondola to top of resort.
We were in the park on a day when you could see the mountain but the next day the smoke from th he BC fires had socked the mountain in and views were non existent.
So big they created a national park in its name, Mount Rainier’s massive snow-capped volcanic cone is clearly visible from Seattle.
If you're lucky, a rainbow will stretch across the tiers of this scenic waterfall next to the highway. Climb up the adjacent nature trail.
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Longmire Museum during your travels in Longmire. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mowich Lake during your travels in Ashford. Discover the mountain views and restaurants in this relaxing area.
You can take time to visit Glacier View Wilderness during your travels to Eatonville. While in this quaint area, you can enjoy the restaurants.
Explore the great outdoors at Henry Jackson Visitor Center, a lovely green space in Paradise. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.
