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§ 02 — OVERVIEW
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.
§ 03 — LOCATION
Directions
Mount Rainier National Park is located in west-central Washington state. Several major cities in Washington- Seattle, Tacoma, and Yakima- and Portland, Oregon, are within 200 miles of the park. For GPS to Nisqually Entrance use: 39000 State Route 706 E, Ashford, WA 98304.
Weather Notes
Weather patterns at Mount Rainier are strongly influenced by the Pacific Ocean and elevation. The climate is generally cool and rainy, with summer highs in the 60s and 70s. While July and August are the sunniest months of the year, rain is very likely in spring, fall, and winter. Visitors should be aware that mountain weather is very changeable. In the higher elevations, like Paradise, winter can last from November to May with many feet of snow on the ground.
§ 04 — AMENITIES
Entrance - Private Vehicle
Grants unlimited entry for one vehicle and passengers for seven consecutive days. Vehicle must be private, noncommercial, and with a seating capacity of 15 or less.
Entrance - Per Person
Walk-up or single bicycle fee. Grants unlimited entry for seven consecutive days.
Entrance - Motorcycle
Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers.
Commercial Entrance - Sedan
These fees are charged only to commercial organizations, such as tour companies. This fee is determined by the seating capacity of the vehicle. For sedan with 1 to 6 seats, the fee is $30 + $15 per client.
Commercial Entrance - Van
These fees are charged only to commercial organizations, such as tour companies. This fee is determined by the seating capacity of the vehicle.
Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus
These fees are charged only to commercial organizations, such as tour companies. This fee is determined by the seating capacity of the vehicle.
Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach
These fees are charged only to commercial organizations, such as tour companies. This fee is determined by the seating capacity of the vehicle. NOTE: There are no current road restrictions for unmodified motor coaches of the standard length in the park. However, be aware that roads in the park are steep, narrow, and winding. In particular, it is recommended that RVs and vehicles with trailers longer than 25 feet LOA not travel up the Sunrise Road beyond the White River Campground intersection.
§ 05 — CONDITIONS
National Weather Service · seven-day outlook · updated hourly
§ 06 — SIGNAL
FCC broadband data · actual signal varies in remote terrain
§ 07—10 — FROM THE FIELD
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§ 08 — REVIEWS
§ 09 — TRIP REPORTS
§ 10 — COMMUNITY PHOTOS
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§ 01 — VITALS
Today
40°F
Sunny
16 mph WSW
Wed
43°F
Sunny
3 to 10 mph W
Thu
43°F
Sunny
6 to 13 mph NW
Fri
47°F
Sunny
6 to 10 mph WNW
Sat
37°F
Slight Chance Light Snow
8 to 28 mph WSW
Sun
35°F
Sunny
14 mph WNW
Mon
44°F
Sunny
7 mph NW
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