Take an Elk Bugling Tour at Northwest Trek
Get a rare glimpse into the wild and wonderful world of Roosevelt elk on these special tours during the “rut” ...
New Visit Rainier Fall Vacation Planners
Free vacation planners filled with tips on the best fall color, the best autumn hikes, and family fun activities at Mount Rainier. ...
Mushroom Picking
Dozens of good edible mushroom species begin to appear in late summer. Most species need the first fall rains to come before they appear. Some species wait until the first frosts. As is well-known mushrooms can be poisonous, so mushroom hunters need to have positively identified species... ...
Mt. Rainier Railroad and Logging Museum Fall Steam Train Rides and Special Events
Celebrate the brilliant autumn season with a steam train ride and hand-crafted special events at the Mt. Rainier Railroad and Logging Museum. ...
FALL COLOR DISPLAYS
Vine Maple, high elevation huckleberry bushes and Larch (Tamarack) are the main sources of fall color and begin turning in late September. Larch is golden and is visible after much of the other color is gone. It is only found in the Chinook Pass and White Pass areas... ...
Hunt for Huckleberries
Non-commercial berry picking is allowed within the National Park. Two quarts per person per day of huckleberries, blackberries, thimbleberries and salmonberries may be gathered by hand. This small quantity has been determined to not adversely affect park wildlife... ...
Top 10 Fall Hikes
1) Reflection Lakes – Moderate | Paradise Area This is a popular hike for many reasons especially on a clear ...
