10.10.16 Hike of the Week: Alta Vista Follow a paved path to a little promontory in Paradise Park for some excellent panoramic viewing. While a tad steep in spots, this trail is ideal for neophyte hikers, visitors to Paradise short on time, and adventurers of all ages and walks of life.
10.3.16 Hike of the Week: Crystal Lakes Tucked in a cirque high above the Mather Memorial Parkway are a pair of sparkling subalpine lakes beloved by hikers of all ages and abilities. Hike to the Crystal Lakes in early season for a dazzling floral show.
9.26.16 Hike of the Week: Paradise Glacier Hike this trail for solitude. Its breathtaking close-up views of the mountain and the Paradise Glacier are enticing too. There’s also a sparkling tarn along the way, and a slew of waterfalls to keep you mesmerized as well.
Mount Rainier National Park Transitions to Fall Season Autumn has officially arrived at Mount Rainier National Park, and as the leaves start to turn color, park facilities begin the extended process of winterization to prepare for changing weather.
9.19.16 Hike of the Week: Gobblers Knob The old-growth forest along the way is magnificent and Lake George makes for a nice lunch spot; or if you’re inclined to spend the evening—a great camping spot. And the views? Breathtaking to the point that you just may need a little resuscitation!
Volunteer Opportunities & Free Park Entrance on National Public Lands Day, Sept 24 Volunteer Opportunities & Free Park Entrance on National Public Lands Day, Sept 24
9.12.16 Hike of the Week: Kautz Creek Most folks know Crystal Mountain as a topnotch ski resort. But ambitious hikers can enjoy this long broad multi-summited mountain, too. Follow an adventurous trail through forests, meadows, and across ski slopes to a ridgeline traverse of the lofty mountain.
Mountaineering Community Gathers for Rainier Mountain Festival 2016 Annual celebration in Ashford, Washington to include climbing gear sale, live music, Alpine Games, and talks by world-class mountaineers.
Northwest Trek Wildlife Park Sets Annual Attendance Record Northwest Trek Wildlife Park Sets Annual Attendance Record of 217,926 - and still counting - in a busy 2016 that's a year for the record books!
Visit Rainier Launching Fourth and Final Series in Centennial GeoTour September 16 Visit Rainier continues to celebrate the Centennial of the National Park Service by releasing the fourth and final series of its Centennial GeoTour.
9.5.16 Hike of the Week: Crystal Mountain Loop Most folks know Crystal Mountain as a topnotch ski resort. But ambitious hikers can enjoy this long broad multi-summited mountain, too. Follow an adventurous trail through forests, meadows, and across ski slopes to a ridgeline traverse of the lofty mountain.
Paving Project in Paradise Parking Lot in September Beginning Tuesday, September 6, 2016 Mount Rainier National Park will begin a three-week paving project in the Paradise area parking lots.
Huckleberry Picking in the Foothills of Mt. Rainier Cascade Huckleberries are deep blue and are found in sub-alpine coniferous woods and alpine meadows at elevations between 2,000-6,000 feet. They are extremely flavorful due to high concentrations of esters and ketones, and are usually ripe in August.
Second Year of Every Kid in a Park Pass Fourth graders can obtain a pass that grants free access to federal lands and waters nationwide for them and their family.
8.29.16 Hike of the Week: Mount Fremont Lookout Hike to one of the four remaining fire lookouts in Mount Rainier National Park. Perched on an open 7,181-foot knoll on rocky Mount Fremont, this historic structure is the highest of the park’s lookouts.
Celebrating the Centennial in Two of Washington’s National Parks Part of the beauty of living in Washington State is enjoying its diverse geography. This was in mind when my preteen and I embarked on a six day, two-park tour to visit Olympic National Park and Mt. Rainier National Park to celebrate the Centennial of the Park Service.
Centennial Events this Week at Mt. Rainier In recognition of the National Park Service’s anniversary date of August 25, 1916, throughout the National Park Service entrance fees will be waived for the extended weekend dates of August 25 through August 28.
8.22.16 Hike of the Week: Bench and Snow Lakes Hike to two little subalpine lakes tucked within the craggy and spired Tatoosh Range. One sits at the edge of a shelf offering breathtaking views of Mount Rainier—the other lies in a talus-strewn cirque beneath the highest point in the Tatoosh Range.
8.15.16 Hike of the Week: Twin Sisters Lakes This fairly easy hike to two beautiful lakes in the heart of the William O Douglas Wilderness is perfect for adventurers young and old alike. Set on a pumiced plateau pockmarked with hundreds of small lakes and adorned with ancient cinder cone volcanoes, the Twin Lakes also make for a great basecamp for further explorations.
Expand your Pokédex at Northwest Trek Shall it be Ash, Douglas or Spruce? Public invited to vote on name for Northwest Trek Wildlife Park’s 2-week-old male moose calf.
8.8.16 Hike of the Week: Sheep Lake / Sourdough Gap Head out on an easy two-mile stretch of the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail (PCT) relishing in sweeping views and dazzling wildflowers. Then take a break at a pretty little subalpine lake in a basin flush with meadows and wildlife. Soak your feet, go for a dip or take a nap.
Enjoy Classical Music on the Mountain Mount Rainier National Park is excited to announce that in celebration of the National Park Service’s Centennial Birthday this year, the park will be hosting classical music performances by Music in the American West.
Hiking the Eastside Trail with Craig Romano Brightly-colored, camera-friendly outfit? Check! Broken in trail shoes? Check! Moleskin to cover potential hot spots/blisters forming from said trail shoes? Check! Airplane bottles containing strong spirits should the hike go sideways and I’m lef...
8.1.16 Hike of the Week: Tolmie Peak / Eunice Lake This is a great family-friendly hike from Mount Rainier National Park’s largest lake to one of its four remaining historic fire lookouts. En route wander through old growth hemlock groves and beneath steep rock walls of columnar basalt.
7.25.16 Hike of the Week: Henskin Lake Long before Crystal Mountain was a top notch ski resort, it was part of bustling mining area known as the Summit Mining District. Before lifts and ski trails traversed this high broad mountain bordering Mount Rainier National Park; pack trails and narrow gauge roads crisscrossed the mountain, valley below, and neighboring peaks, ridges and basins.
7.18.16 Hike of the Week: Shoe Lake It’s a long hike to Shoe Lake, but not overly difficult. Follow the well-graded Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) through cool forest and along an open craggy ridge to this pretty little lake tucked in an open alpine meadow.
Northwest Trek’s Moose Calf Has a Name: Spruce the Moose Shall it be Ash, Douglas or Spruce? Public invited to vote on name for Northwest Trek Wildlife Park’s 2-week-old male moose calf.
7.11.16 Hike of the Week: Pinnacle Saddle Hike a short but down-to-business trail to a gap high in the craggy Tatoosh Range. Then enjoy the finest view of Paradise to be had from anywhere in the park.
7.4.16 Hike of the Week: Crystal Peak Roam through miles of some of the largest and oldest trees in Mount Rainier National Park to a placid lake and a stunning waterfall.
Vote for the Name of Northwest Trek’s Moose Calf Shall it be Ash, Douglas or Spruce? Public invited to vote on name for Northwest Trek Wildlife Park’s 2-week-old male moose calf.
6.27.16 Hike of the Week: Green Lake Roam through miles of some of the largest and oldest trees in Mount Rainier National Park to a placid lake and a stunning waterfall.
Video: People of Rainier – Pat Nagle, Harmon Brewing Follow the stories of people whose lives have been changed by The Mountain as we highlight colorful characters and personalities of Mt. Rainier. Here we get to get to know Pat Nagle, Co-owner of Harmon Brewing.
Visit Rainier Launching Third Series in Centennial GeoTour July 1 Visit Rainier continues to celebrate the Centennial of the National Park Service by releasing the third series of its Centennial GeoTour this coming July 1. The organization has partnered with Mt. Rainier National Park and Washington State Geocaching Association to create a 100-cache educational GeoTour.
6.20.16 Hike of the Week: Cora Lake It’s a mere .7 mile hike along Big Creek through groves of big trees to this pretty lake tucked in a cirque beneath the serrated Sawtooth Ridge. The easiest hike in this jagged cluster of peaks just south of Mount Rainier National Park;
Video: People of Rainier – The Meaning of the Mountain Follow the stories of people whose lives have been changed by The Mountain as we highlight colorful characters and personalities of Mt. Rainier. Here we discover - The Meaning of the Mountain
Moose Calf Born at Northwest Trek Wildlife Park “MOOSED” WELCOME NEWS: CALF BORN SUNDAY AT NORTHWEST TREK WILDLIFE PARK Male moose calf is the second birth in less than a year for 4-year-old mom Connie and dad Ellis EATONVILLE, Wash. – Northwest Trek Wildlife Park’s recent baby boom continued on Sunda...
First Class Passenger Service Now Available on the Mt. Rainier Railroad The new Mt. Rainier Railroad and Logging Museum now offers first class passenger car service! This is yet another improvement to the guest experience and part of the rebranding efforts taking place by new owners Al and Carol Harper and Wayne and Kristine Ranki...
6.13.16 Hike of the Week: Eastside Trail – Lower Hike a section of the round-the-mountain Wonderland Trail to a deep forested valley reverberating with crashing waterfalls. En route make an exciting crossing of the snow and ice fueled Nisqually River.
Expedia’s Top Places to Stay When Visiting Mount Rainier Expedia.com has picked some cozy accommodations for your next escape to west-central Washington.
6.6.16 Hike of the Week: Paradise River Hike a section of the round-the-mountain Wonderland Trail to a deep forested valley reverberating with crashing waterfalls. En route make an exciting crossing of the snow and ice fueled Nisqually River.
“Take a Hike” and “Help a Trail” for National Trails Day The National Park Service invites park lovers to visit Mount Rainier National Park this Saturday, June 4 to celebrate National Trails Day and participate in stewardship events that also honor the National Park Service’s centennial.
Vote Now! Mount Rainier National Park Vies for Preservation Grant Mt. Rainier National Park announced today it is participating in Partners in Preservation, a community-based partnership of American Express and the National Trust for Historic Preservation, in hopes of winning funds to restore a historic Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) cabin in the Longmire Historic District to its original use.
5.31.16 Hike of the Week: Silver Falls Loop Careening over a series of ledges before plunging 40 feet into a deep blue pool, Silver Falls is a dramatic sight. And it’s easily accessible. A very short trail leads to it from SR 123. But the best way to experience...
Mount Rainier Celebrates New Stamp with Fee-Free Day June 2 Superintendent Randy King invites the public to a special event on Thursday, June 2 to mark the first day of issue and the formal unveiling of a new United States postage stamp that pays tribute to Mount Rainier National Park.
Babies Galore at Northwest Trek Wildlife Park Not only is there a bison herd at Northwest Trek, there are five adorable bison calves, plus bighorn sheep lambs, three beaver kits and gaggles of goslings in the meadows, forests and wetlands
