Most people drive right through Elbe on their way to Mount Rainier. But if you’re planning an Elbe Washington itinerary, you’ll want to slow down and take a second look.
This free Elbe Washington itinerary shows you how to turn a pass-through town into a two-night getaway. You’ll find train rides, horseback trails, local eats, and a place to crash that’s anything but ordinary.
On a summer afternoon, you might catch the scent of burgers on the breeze from Scaleburgers. Hear the clink of pint glasses and laughter spilling from the beer garden at the old rail dining car. See a steam train roll into the depot, whistle echoing off the trees. Watch a chainsaw artist carve an owl from a chunk of cedar. Or join the line for a photo with a towering Bigfoot statue.
That’s the thing about Elbe—it’s easy to miss if you’re in a hurry. But spend a little time here, and the place starts to unfold. It’s slower. Simpler. A little strange in the best way. And it sticks with you.
So maybe don’t just pass through. Spend the night. Paddle the lake. Ride the rails. Let the mountain wait a minute.
New Itinerary: Two Nights in Elbe
We’ve put together a fresh itinerary that shows off the best of Elbe in 48 hours. Think trail rides, rail bikes, lakeside mornings, and quirky roadside stops—all anchored by cozy places to stay just minutes from the Nisqually entrance to Mount Rainier National Park.
Download the free two-night itinerary
Where to Stay in Elbe
Milly Devillete vacation rental
Nisqually River Retreat vacation rental