Mount Rainier National Park (U. S. National Park Service) Ascending to 14,410 feet above sea level, Mount Rainier stands as an icon in the Washington landscape An active volcano, Mount Rainier is the most glaciated peak in the contiguous U S A , spawning five major rivers Subalpine wildflower meadows ring the icy volcano while ancient forest cloaks Mount Rainier’s lower slopes Wildlife abounds in the park’s ecosystems A lifetime of discovery
Webcams - Mount Rainier National Park (U. S. National Park Service) The weather can change fast on the mountain Stay up to date with Mount Rainier's webcams NPS Webcam Photos Is the mountain out? What's the weather like in the park? Are the parking lots at Paradise and Sunrise full? Check out Mount Rainier's live webcams to find out: Longmire Area Longmire Paradise Area Mountain East West Visitor Center Tatoosh Air Quality Sunrise Area Sunrise Mountain
Basic Information - Mount Rainier National Park (U. S. National Park . . . Mount Rainier National Park is located in west-central Washington state Several major cities in Washington- Seattle, Tacoma, and Yakima- and Portland, Oregon, are within 200 miles of the park For GPS to Nisqually Entrance use: 39000 State Route 706 E, Ashford, WA 98304
Things To Do - Mount Rainier National Park (U. S. National Park Service) Things To Do Mount Rainier National Park offers excellent opportunities for scenic drives, hiking, and mountain climbing Most roads are open from late May to early October and all provide stunning views and access to a variety of hiking trails and other sites
Maps - Mount Rainier National Park (U. S. National Park Service) Park Closures SR 165 Carbon River Fairfax Bridge is closed: no access to Carbon River or Mowich Lake Alert 1, Severity closure, SR 165 Carbon River Fairfax Bridge is closed: no access to Carbon River or Mowich Lake
Operating Hours Seasons - Mount Rainier National Park (U. S. National . . . Mount Rainier National Park is open all year, 24 hours a day Visitation is at its peak in July and August, when the weather is warm and dry and the wildflowers are blooming If you are planning a summer trip to Mount Rainier, consider visiting mid-week, which is generally less crowded Parking is limited in many areas of the park Wait times at the Nisqually and White River Entrances can be
Fees Passes - Mount Rainier National Park (U. S. National Park Service) Mount Rainier National Park will not implement a timed entry reservation for any portion of the park in 2026 (News Release, 2 25 26) The park will use parking management strategies to maximize available capacity and remains committed to ensuring visitor access while protecting park resources and maintaining safe, enjoyable experiences
Campgrounds - Mount Rainier National Park (U. S. National Park Service) Supplies Limited supplies are available at the National Park Inn at Longmire, Sunrise Lodge, and in the communities of Ashford, Packwood, Eatonville and Enumclaw Ice is available at Longmire and in Ashford and Packwood Interpretive Programs Ranger-led walks, talks, and campfire programs are scheduled daily from mid-June to early September
Places To Go - Mount Rainier National Park (U. S. National Park Service) Mount Rainier National Park encompasses 235,625 acres or 368 square miles Of that amount, 228,480 acres (97% of the park) has been designated by Congress as wilderness The park's National Historic Landmark District includes 2 7% of the park The park has over 260 miles of maintained trails and 147 miles of roads Many roads and facilities in the park are only open seasonally Make sure to