If you're craving some outdoor fun, make a day trip to Mount Rainier. No walk around the block, this hike is great for a mid-vacation work out.
Mount Rainier is free to enter, so you can have a great time in Paradise without taking out your wallet. Once you've finished at this steep landmass, head to some of the area's other attractions. Mount Rainier National Park, Longmire Museum and Paradise Loop are our top picks.