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
2016 Spring Opening Updates
Mount Rainier Superintendent Randy King advises that the park is making good progress on its annual spring opening process, and is pleased to announce many popular roads will open tomorrow, just in time for the Memorial Day weekend.
5.23.16 Hike of the Week: Snoquera Falls
From high on Dalles Ridge, Snoquera Creek plunges more than 400 feet down a sheer rock face. Resembling a scene straight out of Yosemite Valley, Snoquera Falls are indeed a sensational sight.
Ready, Set, Slime! Slug Fest is June 25-26 at Northwest Trek
It’s nearly Slug Fest time at Northwest Trek Wildlife Park. That means a celebration of sliminess and silliness with activities for kids and the young-at-heart. Hours are 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. June 25 and 26.
Exploring Kids’ Trek at Northwest Trek Wildlife Park
“Boys! Quit squishing each other in there, you’ll get stuck!”
Why 10-year-old boys choose to do things like smashing one another in nature park turnstiles, I’ll never know. We were just minutes from arguably the coolest new kids’ play area in the Pacific No...
Visit Rainier Receives $10,000 Port of Seattle Tourism Development Grant
Visit Rainier announced today it has launched its People of Rainier video campaign, and that it was awarded a tourism development grant from the Port of Seattle.
Video: People of Rainier – Kim Kircher
Follow the stories of people whose lives have been changed by The Mountain as we highlight colorful characters and personalities of Mt. Rainier. Meet the People of Rainier - Kim Kircher, Crystal Mountain Ski Patrol.
SR 410 over Chinook Pass will reopen May 17, 2016
MOUNT RAINIER – A snowy winter didn’t stop crews from plowing through State Route 410 over Chinook Pass and reopening the highway a week ahead of the Memorial Day weekend.
Chinook Pass will reopen Tuesday morning, May 17, on the east side at Morse Creek, 5 ...
5.16.16 Hike of the Week: Cowiche Mountain
Hike to the top of a broad windswept ridge savoring sunshine and sweeping views. Centerpiece to an old cattle ranch transformed into a nature preserve, wildlife and wildflowers are prolific on Cowiche Mountain.
5.9.16 Hike of the Week: Pinnacle Peak
It’s a short hike but stiff little climb to this forested knob that rises abruptly out of the surrounding farmed flats just outside of Enumclaw. Once the site of a fire lookout, a contested name, and nearly logged of its old growth in the 1980s, this little peak has a storied past.
Win a Set of Mt. Rainier Pints & $50 to the Mint
Win a set of North Drinkware's four handblown, 16 oz pint glasses with a replica of Mt. Rainier molded into the base of the glass and a $50 gift certificate to The Mint Restaurant & Alehouse in Enumclaw.
Attend the 10th Annual Rainier Independent Film Festival
ASHFORD, WA – Rainier Independent Film Festival (May 13-15) announces its official line-up, including 40+ dynamic films spanning a variety of genres and topics. In it’s 10th year, the Rainier Independent Film Festival is known amongst filmmakers and attendees ...
Mt. Rainier Tourism Creates $58.3M in Local Economic Benefit
Mount Rainier Tourism Creates $58.3M in Local Economic Benefit - Part of $32B impact overall that supports 295,000 jobs nationwide
ASHFORD, WA – A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that more than 1.2 million recreation visitors to Mount Rainier N...
Mother’s Day at Mt. Rainier
The roads are opening and the scenery is spectacular. Treat mom to Mother’s Day at Mt. Rainier and check out these great experiences she’s sure to love!
New Stamp Highlights Mount Rainier National Park Night Sky
A stunning star trail photograph comprised from 200 images was previewed today to celebrate Washington’s Mount Rainier as the 13th of 16 National Parks Forever Stamp series to be revealed over a three-week period to celebrate the National Park Service’s 100th anniversary.
Video: Happy Birthday to the National Park Service
The National Park Service is turning 100 this year - and celebrating with a park-inspired version of the Birthday Son! From amazing wildlife, to rangers and even train whistles, everyone and everything is in on the action.!
Spring Opening Forecasts for Mount Rainier National Park
Mount Rainier National Park Superintendent Randy King announces that the park is preparing for the annual spring opening of park areas and facilities.
Mother’s Day Weekend Steam Train Ride
Treat mom to the experience of a bygone era as our beautifully restored steam engine winds through the springtime forest and foothills south of Mount Rainier. Tickets for this two-hour excursion include train ride, museum admission, and a gift for mom.
Ride...
Centennial Volunteer Challenge Coins
Registered volunteers who contribute 201.6 hours of service between January 1, 2016 and December 31, 2016 can earn a Centennial Volunteer Challenge Coin!
Kids’ Trek opens April 2 at Northwest Trek Wildlife Park
Kids’ Trek, a one-of-a-kind outdoor playground built to help kids exercise their minds and bodies while connecting more closely with nature, opens April 2 at Northwest Trek Wildlife Park.
2016 Wilderness Camping to be First-Come, First-Served
Mount Rainier National Park Superintendent Randy King reports that the park will process wilderness camping and climbing permits on a first-come, first-served basis only in 2016, including permits for hiking the Wonderland Trail. This represents a significant ...
Northwest Trek Introduces Kids’ Trek
Nature-inspired playground will provide plenty of exercise along with integrated lessons about how children connect to the natural world through play and awareness of the plants and animals with which we share the Earth at Kids' Trek.
Hours of Operations Update – Roads and Facilities
Mount Rainier National Park Superintendent Randy King advises that beginning Saturday, March 12 the road between Longmire and Paradise will have extended hours of operation. As weather and conditions allow, the road will be open on Saturdays and Sund...
5 Best Family Friendly Snowshoeing Trips at Mount Rainier
While Mount Rainier and its neighboring craggy peaks offer excellent backcountry skiing and challenging winter hiking adventures—there are plenty of less-intimidating family-friendly spots within the frozen shadows of the mountain. Here are five of my favorite...
Sizzling Romantic Opportunities this Valentine’s Day
Drive out winter’s chill with a little volcanic romance this Valentine’s Day. Various lodging properties and dining establishments around Mt. Rainier are offering sweet specials on dinners and romantic getaways.
Check out the Paradise Snowplay Area
Taking my daughter and her friend for an afternoon of sledding at the Paradise Snowplay Area on the southern side of Mt. Rainier, I thought, Norman Rockwell himself could not have captured a more picturesque and perfect day.
The sun shone low in the sky, ca...
Take a Ranger Guided Snowshoe Trip at Mt. Rainier
When I first woke up I almost second guessed my game plan, as one does when warm and cozy in their bed. The covers seem extra heavy…Should I stay in bed awhile longer, then head to my friends’ house to watch my team’s first playoff game, or stick with my origi...
Free Park Entrance Commemorating Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Mount Rainier National Park announces winter operations, in preparation for weather conditions and recreation opportunities the winter season provides for visitors.
Experience Kids ‘N’ Critters at Northwest Trek
Up to four kids get in free to Northwest Trek Wildlife Park with each paying adult during Kids 'N' Critters long weekend, February 13-15.
Free Park Entrance January 18 in Honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
In celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Mount Rainier National Park and all national parks, annually waives entrance fees for all visitors.
On 16 days in '16, all National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to ever...
Help Northwest Trek Break its All-Time Attendance Record With a Year-End Visit
Annual Winter Break event is set Dec. 26-27, and animals throughout the wildlife park will get treats featuring natural items like fruit cut into ornament shapes, plus evergreen trees and wreaths to explore.
Winter Wildland is a Not-to-Be “Moosed” Experience at Northwest Trek
Annual Winter Break event is set Dec. 26-27, and animals throughout the wildlife park will get treats featuring natural items like fruit cut into ornament shapes, plus evergreen trees and wreaths to explore.
Winter Returns to the Mountain
Mount Rainier National Park announces winter operations, in preparation for weather conditions and recreation opportunities the winter season provides for visitors.
First of the Season Skiing
My septuagenarian parents were hands-down among the coolest kids on the hill. Arc’teryx jackets, Patagonia pants, new Blizzard and K2 skis. Looking down at my noticeably emaciated skis, I convinced myself that, yeah, they had it going on, but I was an early a...
Northwest Trek Admits Kids Free this December
Annual Winter Break event is set Dec. 26-27, and animals throughout the wildlife park will get treats featuring natural items like fruit cut into ornament shapes, plus evergreen trees and wreaths to explore.
Cutting the Family Christmas Tree
“We want something between a Charlie Brown tree, and the Griswold family Christmas tree,” I said to whoever may have been paying attention to me at that moment. It was a frivolous statement as my spatially-gifted spouse would never need advice on the size or...
Enjoy Winter Holidays at Mt. Rainier
In celebration of Thanksgiving and as a way to encourage healthy outdoor time, Mount Rainier and Olympic National Parks will offer free entry to all park areas on Friday, November 27.
2016 Mt. Rainier Free-Fee Days Announced
In celebration of Thanksgiving and as a way to encourage healthy outdoor time, Mount Rainier and Olympic National Parks will offer free entry to all park areas on Friday, November 27.
Mt. Rainier Wine & Brew Festival
Join us for the 6th Annual Mount Rainier Fall Wine Tasting & Brew Festival, Saturday December 5th in Ashford, Washington at the base of Mt. Rainier.
The 6th annual "On the Road to Paradise" Fall Wine & Brew Festival is your chance to sip, savor ...
Fee-Free Day on Friday, November 27
In celebration of Thanksgiving and as a way to encourage healthy outdoor time, Mount Rainier and Olympic National Parks will offer free entry to all park areas on Friday, November 27.
Winter Wildland at Northwest Trek this Holiday Season
Annual Winter Break event is set Dec. 26-27, and animals throughout the wildlife park will get treats featuring natural items like fruit cut into ornament shapes, plus evergreen trees and wreaths to explore.
Winter Access at Mount Rainier National Park
Mount Rainier National Park announces winter operations, in preparation for weather conditions and recreation opportunities the winter season provides for visitors.
Help Out For Half Off at Northwest Trek
Visitors who bring two or more food items to the wildlife park between Nov. 6 and Nov. 29 will receive half off general admission, and they’ll be making a donation to the non-profit Emergency Food Network at the same time.
November Brings Fee Free Day, Wine Walk and Thanksgiving at Mt. Rainier
Why not celebrate Thanksgiving in a quintessentially Northwest style this year? Try stuffing this year’s turkey with mushrooms gathered right outside a quaint forest cabin, or, if cooking isn’t on the menu, enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving dinner, m...
Hoot ‘N’ Howl and Pumpkin Chomp & Stomp at Northwest Trek
What better way to celebrate fall than with a rare nighttime trek through the forests of Northwest Trek Wildlife Park? The very festive Hoot ‘n’ Howl runs from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Oct. 23 and 24, and it’s unlike any other event of the year at the 725-acre wildlife park.