Ascending to 14,410 feet above sea level, Mount Rainier stands as an icon in the Washington landscape. An active volcano, Mount Rainier is the most glaciated peak in the contiguous U.S.A., spawning five major rivers. Subalpine wildflower meadows ring the icy volcano while ancient forest cloaks Mount Rainier’s lower slopes. Wildlife abounds in the park’s ecosystems. A lifetime of discovery awaits.
10/18/2024 The road to Paradise beyond Longmire is open with traction tires advised. The road will close to uphill traffic at 4PM and close to all traffic at 5PM.
Updated on 10/18/2024
There are five entrances to the park. GPS may take you to the wrong entrance or attempt to follow the most direct route, which could lead to closed gates. It can take hours to reroute to the correct entrance. Check directions & maps, not just your GPS.
Updated on 08/08/2024
Closed roads may be open to non-motorized vehicles like bicycles. CHECK SIGNS on closed road gates before proceeding. During snow plowing operations or when otherwise posted, park roads are closed to all use, including hiking, bicycling, skiing, etc.
Updated on 07/15/2024
Many of the roads in the park close for the winter season in October/November, including all of the roads on the east side of the park. Always check the Road Status page for current conditions and estimated closing dates when planning a visit.
Updated on 10/24/2023
Is the mountain out? What is the weather like at Paradise?
What are the conditions like at Sunrise? Check the view of Mount Rainier from the Sunrise Visitor Center.
Looking east from the Jackson Visitor Center in Paradise.
Looking west from the Jackson Visitor Center in Paradise.
10/18/2024 The road to Paradise beyond Longmire is open with traction tires advised. The road will close to uphill traffic at 4PM and close to all traffic at 5PM.
Updated on 10/18/2024
There are five entrances to the park. GPS may take you to the wrong entrance or attempt to follow the most direct route, which could lead to closed gates. It can take hours to reroute to the correct entrance. Check directions & maps, not just your GPS.
Updated on 08/08/2024
Closed roads may be open to non-motorized vehicles like bicycles. CHECK SIGNS on closed road gates before proceeding. During snow plowing operations or when otherwise posted, park roads are closed to all use, including hiking, bicycling, skiing, etc.
Updated on 07/15/2024
Many of the roads in the park close for the winter season in October/November, including all of the roads on the east side of the park. Always check the Road Status page for current conditions and estimated closing dates when planning a visit.
Updated on 10/24/2023