Write for Visit Rainier
We love hearing from people who have had incredible experiences (or want to) in the Mount Rainier region. Frequently, we’re asked if we accept guest blog posts. We do. Guidelines below.
Preferred Content
Content must be written from firsthand experience in the Mount Rainier area. We do not publish generic content about gear or outdoor recreation. All content must be focused on experiences at our partner businesses and destinations.
Sample Topics
| ACCEPTED | NOT A GOOD FIT |
| Backcountry Camping at Mount Rainier | Top Alpine Camping Gear |
| Hiking the Wonderland Trail | Top Hiking Gear for Mount Rainier |
| Best Sunrise Hikes near Mount Rainier | Bluetooth Heated Socks |
| Hiking Mount Rainier with Kids | Kid-Sized Hiking Gear |
| Dog-Friendly Trails Near Rainier | Tips for Hiking with Dogs |
| Photographer’s Tips for Shooting Mount Rainier | Lenses for Astrophotography |
| Weddings at Mount Rainier | Outdoor Wedding Ideas |
| 3 Waterfall Hikes at Mount Rainier | Gluten Free Meals for Your Next Camping Trip |
| Bike & Hike Carbon River Road | Top Mountain Biking Gear |
| Climbing Mount Rainier | Ten Bucket List Summits |
| Climbing Mount Rainier – Training Mind & Body | Yoga Moves for Mountain Climbers |
| Kayak Fishing in Mount Rainier | Basics of Fly Fishing |
Article Length
Articles tend to perform best at 300 or more words.
Photos
Ideally the article will have a hero image 1600 x 500 pixels, 400kb and one supporting image. The supporting image has more flexibility in terms of size. 400 x 220 pixels or 900 x 1200 are accepted.
Videos
Video files will need to be reviewed. Please send a YouTube, Facebook, or Vimeo link for review.
Guest Author Profile
Please include the first and last name, short bio, and photo of the author.
Links
Accepted links include URLS that are relevant. Specifically, links to travel blogs that include more content about the Mount Rainier area, or related content. For example, the Pacific Crest Trail has a section in the Mount Rainier area. A guest blog post written about a hiker’s experience on the PCT in our area is welcome. An appropriate link to the hiker’s website with more posts about the rest of their PCT journey is a good fit. Another example would be an article written about driving the Chinook Scenic Byway or White Pass Scenic Byway – with a link to a website with more information about other scenic byway trips.
Paid Content
Guest blog posts are unpaid at this time. As a nonprofit tourism marketing organization Visit Rainier does not have the budget for paid guest blog posts.
Influencers & Collaborations
Want to visit Mount Rainier region? That’s fantastic! Let’s talk timing. Our lodging partners do not host or discount visits on holiday periods or weekends June-August. Should you choose to visit the region during peak holiday or summer season at your own expense Visit Rainier may be able to offer an opportunity to showcase your branded content. VisitRainier.com welcomes over a million visitors a year. The VR blog and social media channels may be a good fit for amplifying content you produce while visiting the region. Have a flexible schedule and can arrive outside of peak season? Please email VR for more information regarding a possible hosted or discounted visit.
SEO
If you have a preferred meta description and keywords, please include that with your article submission.
For more information or to submit guest blog post content click here to email Visit Rainier.