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Mt. Rainier National Park

Mt. Rainier National Park

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55210 238th Avenue East, Ashford, 98304

The basics

The park is often visited on a day trip from Seattle. Private and small-group tours typically include trips to the park visitor center, scenic viewpoints overlooking Christine Falls, and additional locations for photo ops of Mount Rainier. Camping and lodging can be found inside and outside the park for those who want stay overnight. The entrance fee is charged per vehicle, unless you walk or bike in, in which case the charge is per person.

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Best of Mount Rainier National Park from Seattle: All-Inclusive Small-Group Tour
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Best of Mount Rainier National Park from Seattle: All-Inclusive Small-Group Tour
US$308.06 per adult
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Beautiful Trip
This trip was absolutely amazing! Brent was an amazing tour guide! He went out of his way to make everyone feel welcomed and included. I was worried as a plus size solo traveler but I was able to participate in all activities and never felt excluded. I’m glad I decided to make this trip. It was truly amazing!
Itzel_Z, May 2023

Recent reviews from experiences in Seattle

Stunning nature
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Stunning nature
Ana_M, May 2023
Touring and Hiking in Mt. Rainier National Park
Impressive National Park, really well preserved, goes from walking on the snow, stunning waterfalls, forceful clean streams, peaceful meadows and the tallest trees I have ever seen... all in one day! We only got to see Mount Reinier in between the clouds and overall there is more driving than walking, but still worth it, especially if not knowing the area. Our guide, Susan was really nice and knew where to go so that we could see all this beautiful sceneries.
Do not miss this opportunity.
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Do not miss this opportunity.
Monique_E, May 2023
BEST Mount Rainier National Park Day Tour from Seattle
Bowen was a great guide. He was very safety conscious and a bit of fun. Mount Rainier was even more beautiful than I imagined. It snowed whilst we were there it was just magical. I highly recommend this tour.
Trekking to Mt Rainier
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Trekking to Mt Rainier
Jennifer_P, Apr 2023
Viator Exclusive Tour - Mt. Rainier Day Trip from Seattle
The journey up to Mt Rainier was exciting. Lots of stops on the way to look around, stretch legs and more importantly getting to know the local stories, flora and fauna. The road trip culminating at the visitors centre at Paradise was an experience - people skiing, snow shoeing and taking in the snow levels, sunshine and clean air was fabulous.
Hiking, eating and soaking up the local culture
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Hiking, eating and soaking up the local culture
DEBRA_J, Apr 2023
Viator Exclusive Tour - Mt. Rainier Day Trip from Seattle
Hiking down in the snow to see the falls and seeing Douglas fir, hemlock and western red cedar trees that are hundreds of years old. Lucas, our tour guide, was very accommodating, knowledgeable and safety conscious.
Excellent day trip. Worth it
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Excellent day trip. Worth it
Nelson_M, May 2023
Mt. Rainier Day Tour from Seattle
This was an excellent tour. Andreas was super informative and helpful. The stops lasted long enough to enjoy them. The air and views were beautiful. Great weather, too. This tour is worth taking again.
A great experience.
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A great experience.
Natalie_P, May 2023
Mt. Rainier Day Tour from Seattle
We enjoyed the waterfalls and our tour guide, John, was amazing and funny gave us lots of information about everything, everywhere.
Had a great day visiting...
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Had a great day visiting...
Elizabeth_A, May 2023
Viator Exclusive Tour - Mt. Rainier Day Trip from Seattle
Had a great day visiting Mt Rainier National Park. There were so many beautiful stops and our guide Don was very knowledgable and friendly. He was prepared with water for us and we got to stop at Fred Meyer's at the beginning of the day to get food/drinks for the day. Even in May I definitely would recommend hiking boots/waterproof shoes with good grip. This was definitely the way to visit Mt Rainier and I would highly recommend this tour!!
Spectacular views...
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Spectacular views...
Stephen_S, May 2023
Viator Exclusive Tour - Mt. Rainier Day Trip from Seattle
Spectacular views throughout the whole trip. Cory was an excellent guide. We were not rushed and he was fun and knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend.
Nature's Surprise
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Nature's Surprise
Lourdes_R, May 2023
Touring and Hiking in Mt. Rainier National Park
An unexpected snowfall on the higher region and the majesty of the endlessly tall trees in the forest.
Great experience
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Great experience
Robbin_R, May 2023
Best of Mount Rainier National Park from Seattle: All-Inclusive Small-Group Tour
Wonderful, untrusted experience. All needs provided for by a great guide, Mal. I got to snowshoe for the first time and ended up at a falls I had wanted to see for over a decade.
Great trip, beautiful...
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Great trip, beautiful...
Shuqing_Z, May 2023
Viator Exclusive Tour - Mt. Rainier Day Trip from Seattle
Great trip, beautiful mountain view, small group, good professional guide. Have a happy wonderful tour and get a enjoy memory.
Mt. Rainier
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Mt. Rainier
Marcela_A, May 2023
Viator Exclusive Tour - Mt. Rainier Day Trip from Seattle
We were very lucky and got an amazing weather, we were able to enjoy Mt. Rainer National Park. We did some hiking, enjoyed the amazing views, snow shoe for the first time ever. James, our tour guide, was so nice, gave excelente advice regarding food and clothing layering. He took us to the nicest places and took a lot of our pictures. I would 100% recommend the tour. It is a little expensive, but it is very worth it.
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Things to know before you go

  • Day trips from Seattle typically last about 10 hours, so prepare for a long day.

  • The Longmire, Sunrise, and Paradise areas of the park offer visitor information, special permits, gift shops, dining, and other services.

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes; even if you’re not planning to hike, you’ll likely take short walks to reach viewpoints.

  • Pets are allowed in limited areas, but must be on a leash.

  • Helmets are required when biking.

  • There is no gas available in the park, but gas stations can be found in nearby towns.

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How to get there

Mt. Rainier National Park is in southwest Washington, less than 100 miles (161 kilometers) from Seattle. Of the four entrances (Carbon River, Nisqually, Stevens Canyon, and White River), Nisqually is the most popular, with the easiest access to trailheads and facilities.

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When to get there

The park is open year-round, but some areas close seasonally beginning in October or November, including Sunrise, White River, Ohanapecosh, Stevens Canyon Road, and State Routes 410 and 123. July and August are the busiest months, when wildflowers bloom, waterfalls flow, and the hiking trails are the most accessible.

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Exploring Longmire

If you only have the time or desire to visit one area of the park, make it Longmire, accessed from the Nisqually entrance. A national historic district, it’s home to the Longmire Museum, the Wilderness Information Center, and the National Park Inn. Scenic attractions accessible from Longmire include Christine Falls, Glacier Bridge, Narada Falls Trail, and Ricksecker Point Road, which offers views of Mount Rainier.

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Mt. Rainier National Park
Frequently Asked Questions
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
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What are the nearest attractions to Mt. Rainier National Park?
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Attractions near Mt. Rainier National Park:
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