Top Things to do in Mount Rainier National Park
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What to do and see in Mount Rainier National Park, Mount Rainier National Park: The Best Things to do Good for Adrenaline Seekers
Discover the best top things to do in Mount Rainier National Park, United States including Mount Rainier, Skyline Trail, Paradise Loop, Crystal Mountain Scenic Gondola Ride, Crystal Mountain Resort.
1. Mount Rainier
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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. Skyline Trail
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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 ????????♀️????????♀️????????♀️????????♀️
3. Paradise Loop
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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
4. Crystal Mountain Scenic Gondola Ride
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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.
5. Crystal Mountain Resort
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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 !
