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Sitting at an elevation of 6,400-feet in the parkland meadows of Yakima Park, Sunrise is Mount Rainier's highest visitor center. With close-up views of the massive Emmons Glacier, and hundreds of acres of meadows bursting with wildflowers; Sunrise rivals the more popular Paradise when ...

Think beyond the day trip. Get a free travel guide with lodging deals and tips to have an epic summer vacation. Learn more at VisitRainier.com/crystal ...

Mt. Rainier Snowshoe: Reflection Lakes ...

Snowshoe Spotlight: Glacier Vista at Mt. Rainier ...

Snowshoe Mount Tahoma Trail's High Hut ...

Snowshoeing Rampart Ridge ...

Snowshoe to Mt. Tahoma Trail Association's High Hut in beautiful Ashford, Washington near Mount Rainier National Park. ...

Mazama Ridge Loop ...

Glamping Around Mt. Rainier ...

Climbing Mt. Rainier ...

Copper Creek Hut  ...

Nolte State Park ...

Klapatche Park ...

The Palisades Lake Trail, out of Sunrise Point, is one of those hikes where you can do as little or as much as you want.  ...

Ohanapecosh ...

Hike to Gobbler's Knob & Lake George ...

Greenwater Lakes  ...

Mt. Rainier's Carbon River ...

  Set against a backdrop of evergreen conifers, vine maples are ablaze with color, larches shine golden and huckleberries are ...

Snowshoe Mt. Rainier's Glacier Vista ...

Fall Foliage at Summit Lake ...

12 Ways to Experience Winter at Mt. Rainier ...

Winter Wonderland at Mount Rainier ...

These winter activities are some of our favorite things. You will find an assortment of recreational opportunities for families, adventure seekers or those who want to explore deeper.  ...

The gates to Chinook and Cayuse passes through Mount Rainier National Park are about to swing shut for the season. Chinook and Cayuse pass to close for the season on Tuesday, Nov. 20.  ...

Veterans enjoy free admission to Northwest Trek WIldlife Park during Veterans' Appreciation Days, November 10-12 ...

1. Hike the Sourdough Ridge Trail at Sunrise © Janelle Walker Climb into alpine splendor on the family-friendly Sourdough Ridge ...

Sunrise Point Photography ...

If you don't have a whole day for hiking, then head for the Snoquera Falls Trail (#1167), a nice hike that is best in April or May, when spring rain and snowmelt make the falls spectacular. Family-friendly and Dog-friendly trail.  ...

Spring is a time of transition. The snow melts and waterfalls start to roar. Roads reopen and restore access to increased areas of Mt. Rainier National park and regional trails. Beat the crowds of summer and book a refreshing getaway to the Mt. Rainier this season. Read our list below ...

Springtime in the Mt. Rainier area means roaring waterfalls as the snow begins to melt. Spring brings the cure to cabin fever as the trails at lower elevations can be hiked. Spring means a refreshing bike ride along the Carbon River, and the opportunity to get in some early spring ...

This inviting, family-style dining room at Longmire in the Park is open year round and offers hearty meal selections (vegetarian ...