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Mount Rainier National Park

Park ClosureOct 25, 2026

Paradise Road Status: Gate closed at Longmire, projected to open tomorrow

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InformationOct 22, 2026

Winter Season Closures

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DangerOct 19, 2026

WILDFIRE CLOSURES: Sunrise & northern trails.

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A purple and pink streaked sky over a mountain peak and forested valley.

The Silver Forest Trail at Sunrise features spectacular views of Mount Rainier and the White River valley.

Photo: JD Hascup Photo

About

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.

Activities

Auto and ATVScenic DrivingAstronomyStargazingBikingCampingBackcountry CampingCar or Front Country CampingGroup CampingClimbingMountain ClimbingFishingFreshwater Fishing
Food
Dining
Picnicking
Guided Tours
Self-Guided Tours - Walking
Self-Guided Tours - Auto
Hands-On
Citizen Science
Hiking
Backcountry Hiking
Front-Country Hiking
Living History
Junior Ranger Program
Skiing
Snow Play
Snowmobiling
Snowshoeing
Wildlife Watching
Birdwatching
Park Film
Museum Exhibits
Shopping
Bookstore and Park Store

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.

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Weather

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.

News

Sep 30, 2026

Mount Rainier National Park Announces Fall Construction Activities for Fryingpan Creek Bridge Replacement Project

Mount Rainier National Park, in coordination with the Federal Highway Administration, will begin construction activities for the Fryingpan Creek Bridge Replacement Project on Sept. 28.  The multiyear project will replace the existing bridge, improve visitor access and address long-term infrastructure needs in the area.

Aug 19, 2026

Mount Rainier National Park to Host Open Houses on the Grove of the Patriarchs Bridge & Trail Replacement Project

Mount Rainier National Park, in partnership with the Federal Highway Administration’s Western Federal Lands Highway Division, is inviting the public to learn about plans to replace the historic Grove of the Patriarchs suspension bridge and restore trail access to the ancient old-growth forest loop.

Aug 9, 2026

Grand Park 2 Fire Update, August 9, 2026

Emergency personnel from the U.S. Forest Service & U.S. Wildland Fire Service, are responding to an active wildfire in Mount Rainier National Park designated as the Grand Park 2 Fire.

Entrance Fees

Entrance - Private Vehicle$30.00
Entrance - Per Person$15.00
Entrance - Motorcycle$25.00
Commercial Entrance - Sedan$30.00