Chinook Pass | SR 410 | VisitRainier

107-mile SR 410, also called the “Stephen Mather Memorial Parkway,” includes the Chinook Scenic Byway. Chinook Pass is located on SR 410 between the towns of Enumclaw and Naches. Closes during the winter months due to snowfall from Crystal Mountain Boulevard, about 12 miles northwest of the summit to Morse Creek, five miles east of the summit.

This road is OPEN

WEATHER:

Saturday 62°FSunday 79°FMonday 81°FTuesday 66°FWednesday 67°F

WSDOT Information

WSDOT CURRENT CONDITIONS:

Chinook Pass - 7/22/2017 7:30:46 AM
Chinook Pass SR410
7/22/2017 7:30:46 AM

Temperature: Not Available
Elevation Feet:5430
Elevation Meters:1655

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SR-410 over Chinook Pass is open. WSDOT maintenance crews are monitoring snow, slides and debris activity along the highway.

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WSDOT Chinook Pass Page

Historic Opening and Closing Dates (via WSDOT)

Photo Gallery of Clearing Work (via WSDOT Flickr)

Chinook Pass Scenic Byway Info

Chinook Pass Scenic Byway Site

360-Degree Virtual Reality Photo Gallery

Calling all shutterbugs. Grab your camera and make tracks for Northwest Trek Wildlife Park during their special photo tours!

Photo Tours at Northwest Trek and Wildlife Park

Perfect for photographers of all levels, exclusive Photo Tours are a whole new way to experience the Free-Roaming Area. Participants provide optimal conditions for you to take action shots of the animals in the Free-Roaming Area. From the tram you may see moose, mountain goats, bison, bighorn sheep and more in varying, natural habitats.

Reservations are limited to 13 people on each tour to allow plenty of room for you to move around and set up monopods. Tram windows are removed to allow a clear view of wildlife, so dress and pack weather-appropriate gear. Reservations are required. Ages: 18 and up. Rates: $60 for Members / $65 for Non-Members. Includes admission to park on day of event and tram tour and $5 food voucher to use that day in cafe.

Can’t make this date? Photo Tours are offered every month for the rest of the year. See all Photo Tour dates.

Local Lodging: Just a short drive from the photo tour you’ll find a plethora of accommodations. From affordable roadside motels, to country inns, historic lodges, posh cabins and rustic campgrounds. Click here for a complete list: https://visitrainier.com/lodging/

Local Dining for after the Northwest Trek Wildlife Park Photo Tours: for quick bites on the go, to casual sit-down dining, or full service restaurants visit https://visitrainier.com/food-and-drink/

Mount Rainier area is a gorgeous place to explore! For additional places to visit to take even more photos after your tour use our free resource for photo hot spots. And please feel free to share your pictures with us on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter. Tag us in your posts #VisitRainier We love seeing people enjoy the mountain area!

History comes to life during the Civil War Train.

The Mt. Rainier Railroad and Logging Museum hosts a one-day living history event in conjunction with the Washington State Civil War Association. Travel the forest and foothills of Mt. Rainier on a steam train ride accompanied by re-enactors. You’ll feel like you’ve stepped back into a bygone era when you witness a brief skirmish between the rebels and the union soldiers. (*Skirmish includes realistic gunfire scenes.)

July 29, 2017 is the annual Civil War Train at the railroad. The Mt. Rainier Railroad and Logging Museum hosts this annual one day living history event with the Washington Civil War Association. Dedicated volunteer reenactors appear (rain or shine) at the depot, on the train and at the museum for departures from the historic depot. See citizens and soldiers in period attire. The volunteer reenactors stage a small encampment at the depot and there’s a brief skirmish at the museum. Seating on the train is limited. Advance reservations are strongly recommended. Please note the skirmish that takes place at

Civil War Train at Mt. Rainier Railroad and Logging Museum

the museum will feature realistic fighting scenes complete with gunfire.

Advance reservations for this catered event are required. Call 888-STEAM-11 or place reservations online at www.mtrainierrailroad.com.

Area Lodging Near the Civil War Train: within walking distance guests will find the Hobo Inn, a roadside motel made out of converted cabooses. A short drive away is an array of cabin rentals, historic lodges, and country inns. Click here for the extensive list of accommodations.

Area Dining Near the Civil War Train: come early and stay late. Within walking distance of the train station guests will find a diner in a train car, a pizzeria with outdoor seating, a local bar and grill, and a burger shack with outstanding milkshakes! Just a short drive from the depot in nearby Ashford you’ll find an array of casual dining options. Click here for the list.

Renactors at Civil War Train at Mt Rainier Railroad and Logging Museum

Renactors bring history to life during the Civil War Train at the Mt. Rainier Railroad and Logging Museum

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