Top Things to do in Mount Rainier National Park
Top 10 Things to do Good for Big Groups in Mount Rainier National Park, Mount Rainier National Park
Discover the best top things to do in Mount Rainier National Park, United States including Mount Rainier, Paradise Valley, Skyline Trail, Sunrise Visitor Center, Crystal Mountain Scenic Gondola Ride, Paradise Loop, Myrtle Falls, Henry M. Jackson Visitor Center, Ohanapecosh Visitor Center, Crystal Mountain Resort.
1. Mount Rainier
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,754 reviews
At 14,410 feet, Mount Rainier is the fifth highest mountain in the continental 48 states.
Reviewed By WanderingRoseTravels - Charlotte, United States
Mt. Rainier National Park rises out of the Cascade Mountain Range 14,411 feet and dominates the weather and scenery in the Pacific Northwest, just a short drive from Seattle, WA. The park contains a great trail system taking trekkers to meadows, waterfalls, mountain streams, wildlife, 25 major glaciers and iconic alpine settings such as the morning view of Rainier from Reflection Lake. We love the four-mile, round-trip hike up to Comet Falls, which you can extend to a seven-mile round-tripper to Van Trump Park.
2. Paradise Valley
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 150 reviews
A scenic area attracting more visitors than any other area of the park.
Reviewed By 607megank - Wenatchee, United States
Stunning flowers in peak season, with the stunning Mt. Rainer, looming above. The parking lot fills up fast, so make sure to go early or late in the day. Look out for Mountain goats, marmots, and birds on and around the trail. One can also see surrounding mountains and valleys from the many viewpoints.
3. Skyline Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 308 reviews
With an elevation gain of 1,400 fee, this five-mile hiking trail starts from Paradise to Panorama Point, Stevens-Van Trump Memorial with a final descent into Paradise Valley and Myrtle Falls.
Reviewed By shesekmatok - Los Angeles, United States
Hello fellow travelers ???? Come Early! It's nuts up there ???? **there's cell reception** ???????? The trails start at the visitor center. Huge parking space, loads of visitors and the park is trying to accommodate all the cars arriving. Started my day at 8am and it was hectic. Paradise trails starts with a steep and paved path. I was aiming for the skyline loop trail, but you will see on the way, that one trail meets another and u can combine them and choose ur own path. Started with the skyline loop, then met the lakes trail, added reflection lake, went on the lakes high trail, Narada falls and finished at Paradise. All in all it was about 10 miles long amazing hike. U get the essence of the park in one day ???? see pics enclosed. The skyline trail is covered with snow in some parts. U can find a way around sometimes, but there are some patches u have to cross. I've done one by sliding on my ass. Was fun ???? Wild flower meadows, water streams and breathtaking views all the way. Seen alpine marmots which are so cute. The part of the lakes is an easier hike and still gorgeous. If u have questions, feel free to ask ???? Have fun and be safe ????????♀️????????♀️????????♀️????????♀️
4. Sunrise Visitor Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 295 reviews
Tourist center located on the eastern side of Mount Rainier National Park.
Reviewed By 607megank - Wenatchee, United States
Amazing hikes of all varieties. Many travel up the surrounding mountains for a close up look at the majestic Mt. Rainer. The trails slope through sub-alpine meadows, filled with birds, marmots, and the occasional mountain goat. Some parts of the trail are covered in snow (early August) so be careful.
5. Crystal Mountain Scenic Gondola Ride
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 279 reviews
The Mt. Rainier Gondola takes you to the top of Crystal Mountain where you'll find the best view of Mt. Rainier and the Summit House Restaurant. It's an experience unlike any other. On a clear day you can see 5 Northwest volcanoes. Each gondola seats up to 8 people and is a 12 minute ride each way. Open for sightseeing during the winter (Nov-April) and summer (June-Sept.). Schedule varies.
6. Paradise Loop
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 142 reviews
A 5 to 6-mile trail with spectacular views of Mt. Rainier.
Reviewed By richardfsjr
This is a great little hike for wildflowers and a must do if you are at Paradise Lodge in Mount Rainer National Park
7. Myrtle Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 46 reviews
Reviewed By johnvR2768NI - Westminster, United States
Beautiful, easy falls to get to from the parking lot. Great hike for kids. Their is a staircase at the end that is fairly steep, but anyone can do it if they pay attention.
8. Henry M. Jackson Visitor Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 111 reviews
Reviewed By charless503 - Northamptonshire, United Kingdom
We visited MRNP in the Fall last year and experienced its beauty. We drove into the park from Packwood via the 12 and made our way through, enjoying the sights and views, until we reached the impressive HMJ visitor center at Paradise, where we stopped in the huge car park area. It was a perfect day, bright warm, clear and sunny. We used the bathrooms and had a look around the center with its various exhibits to enjoy before venturing outside. We took the Skyline trail to Myrtal Falls a short enjoyable relaxing walk. Once back at the car we drove on to Longmire.
9. Ohanapecosh Visitor Center
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 45 reviews
Tourist center located on the southeastern side of Rainier National Park offering information on trout and fly-fishing.
10. Crystal Mountain Resort
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 193 reviews
An alpine ski resort in the Washington Cascades.
Reviewed By RLK2681
When ski season is over, treat yourself to a gondola ride to the summit of Crystal Mountain. At approx 7000 feet, it is nearly half the height of Mount Rainier which appears so close. On a very clear day, you can see beyond Rainier to other mountains in the range ... Mnt St Helen's ! The summit has a nice restaurant with outdoor tables and when the weather cooperates, appetizers, drinks and a close-up view of a volcano makes for a memorable day. Highly recommend this experience !
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