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. ...
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. ...
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 ...
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.
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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. ...
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 ...
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.
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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 ...
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.
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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 ...
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.
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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.
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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, ...
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. ...
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! ...
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. ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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. ...
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 ...
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 ...
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. ...
Mt. Rainier Wine & Brew Festival
Join us for the 6th Annual Mount Rainier Fall Wine Tasting & Brew Festival, Saturday December 5th in Ashford, Washington ...
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. ...
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. ...
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. ...
Enjoy a Fall Color Drive Around Mt. Rainier
To me, fall color drives have always been a favorite autumn pastime, ranking somewhere in popularity among the debut of ...
