• Nisqually Entrance - Welcome to Mount Rainier National Park! This archway offers a fantastic photo opportunity, so feel free to stop and take a moment. Just past the arch is the park’s entrance station.

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• Nisqually River - Continue driving while listening. We’re now in the lush shadows of Rainier’s forest. This greenery is nourished by water flowing from Rainier. You might catch a glimpse of the Nisqually River to your right as we drive.
• Tahoma Creek - We’re about to cross Tahoma Creek. Though it may not seem powerful, tributaries like these keep Mount Rainier verdant year-round. Tahoma Creek has its own history. For years, hikers followed its banks to reach a suspension bridge deep in the wilderness.
• Twin Firs Loop Trail - Ahead is the Twin Firs Loop Trail. This easy half-mile loop takes only ten minutes and is a great introduction to Mount Rainier’s old-growth forest. “Old growth” refers to a type of forest that’s rare in much of the United States.
• Longmire Museum - We’re nearing the Longmire Historic District, named after explorer and entrepreneur James Longmire. This is a perfect spot for a break, offering food, restrooms, and a small museum! It’s also the starting point for several trails, which will be discussed shortly. There’s a gift shop for the perfect souvenir from your visit!
• Carter Falls Trailhead - Just ahead is Carter Falls Trail, a moderate 1.5-mile trail leading to a beautiful waterfall nestled in Mount Rainier’s forests. If hiking isn’t your thing, this spot also offers a great view of the Nisqually River.
• Comet Falls - You might’ve heard the saying “don’t go chasing waterfalls.” But for Comet Falls, the advice is to chase away! The challenging 4-mile hike ahead leads to a 301-foot waterfall, one of the tallest in the park. People say the white cascade resembles a comet’s tail!
• Christine Falls Bridge - We’re about to cross the Christine Falls Bridge. Built in 1927, this bridge showcases rustic stonework. The contractor designed it to blend with the landscape, following nature’s curves. While the bridge itself is striking, the surroundings are even more captivating. A 60-foot waterfall plunges into the Van Trump Creek Canyon below.
• Ricksecker Point - Next is Ricksecker Point—a fantastic overlook with views of Mt. Rainier and the surrounding forest. Pull into the parking area on our right and stop.

Currently, a rock wall and guard rails separate drivers from the cliff’s edge at Ricksecker Point—but that wasn’t always the case. In fact, Ricksecker Point used to be one of the park’s most dangerous areas! It all began in 1910.

• Frog Heaven - We’re approaching the wetlands known as Frog Heaven. And no, that’s not a mistake. It’s a “ribbeting” stretch of road! The lakes here create a perfect habitat for Mount Rainier’s five frog species. These amphibians need moist ecosystems to lay their jelly-like eggs. Naturally, where frogs gather, predators that enjoy eating them also appear.
• Tatoosh Range - Mount Rainier is the tallest mountain here, but what about these other peaks? Directly ahead are Pinnacle Peak and Plummer Peak. They’ll be on our right after this bend. Pinnacle Peak is to the left of Plummer Peak and is slightly taller at 6,562 feet. But Plummer Peak has a more unique name, thanks to Fred Plummer, a cartographer for the Forest Service.
• Narada Falls - Once parked, hop out and follow the short trail to Narada Falls. While visible from here, the view is better from the trail! This 168-foot waterfall is named after Arthur F. Knight of Tacoma, who led the Narada Branch of the Theosophical Society of Western Washington. You might wonder: What exactly is that?
• Unicorn Peak - To our left stands the mighty Tatoosh Range. Can you spot the tallest peak? It’s farther than most others but stands a couple of hundred feet taller. That’s Unicorn Peak!
• Nisqually Vista Trail - We’re nearing the Nisqually Vista Trail. This 1-mile hiking path is a park favorite for its ease, quickness, and stunning views of Mount Rainier. The paved trail takes about 30 minutes. Park ahead to visit the trail. If full, more parking is available later. If you prefer to continue the tour, keep driving.
• Paradise - Paradise is just ahead. And yes, that’s literal! Here you’ll find snacks, water, and even a dining room. There’s additional parking for the Nisqually Vista Trail. Look for the parking lot ahead. From Paradise, you can also access the trail to Myrtle Falls.
• Inspiration Point - Coming up is Inspiration Point. Every national park seems to have one, but this one is special! This accessible vista offers impressive mountain scenery and a large parking lot! It’s recommended to stop in the lot ahead for some great photos.
• Reflection Lakes - Coming up: Reflection Lake! At this reflective body of water, you’ll see double. This glacial lake acts like a natural mirror. As you gaze across Reflection Lake, you’ll look directly at Mount Rainier’s summit. The views are best when there’s no wind, so the water is perfectly still. When that happens, you see not one Mount Rainier, but two!
• Stevens Peak - The mountain peak ahead is Stevens Peak, standing at 6,560 feet! It’s named after Hazard Stevens, the first European man to summit Mount Rainier with P.B. Van Trump. And honestly, if the first name was “Hazard,” mountain climbing would be a fitting choice!
• Snow Lake Trail - Look out for Bench and Snow Lake Trail. This moderately challenging hike is 2.2 miles round trip and takes just over an hour. It’s a bit steep, but at the end, you’re rewarded with two pristine wilderness lakes!
• Picture Frame Falls - Ahead, you’ll see the next stop perfectly framed by vegetation—Picture Frame Falls! The name is more of a placeholder. This unnamed cascade isn’t technically a real waterfall. How can that be?
• Box Canyon - We’re approaching The Box Canyon Trail, a half-mile, paved loop. Though short, the path offers a spectacular view of a rift formed by shifting glaciers. For a challenge, the Box Canyon Loop connects to the famed Wonderland Trail. Spanning 93 miles, this trail encircles the entire park.
• Wonderland Trail - Wonderland has far exceeded its original purpose. Construction began in 1907 to address a major oversight in the park’s infrastructure: a lack of fire roads. With drier seasons and large forest areas unprotected, rangers needed a trail to reach the park’s most remote areas.
• Backbone Ridge - We’re nearing Backbone Ridge, a strenuous trail offering amazing views for experienced hikers. This 6.6-mile round trip overlooks Tatoosh Wilderness, but be prepared for a 3-hour journey with rough terrain.
• Grove of the Patriarchs - The Grove of the Patriarchs is just ahead. This 1-mile trail through a wonderland of huge old-growth trees is an easy walk taking under an hour. Unfortunately, it’s currently closed for maintenance. The Grove of Patriarchs was once the playground of Scottish botanist David Douglas. Douglas worked as a botanical collector for the Royal Horticultural Society of London—yes, it was as prestigious as it sounds. After plans to gather Asian foliage for London’s gardens fell through, Douglas found himself in the Pacific Northwest instead.
• Ohanapecosh Visitor Center - Welcome to Ohanapecosh, named by the Taidnapam tribe. Ohanapecosh means “standing at the edge”—likely because it borders the river. This is also where James Longmire discovered hot springs.
• Shriner Peak Trailhead - Ahead is Shriner Peak Trail. Known as one of the loneliest trails in Mt. Rainier, the steep climb is not advisable in summer. But in autumn, the challenging 8.5-mile hike is worth the six hours. The view from the top offers incredible panoramas, making it ideal for a fire lookout! The peak houses the park’s oldest fire lookout.
• Tipsoo Lake - Tipsoo Lake is just ahead. The loop around this lake is a great spot to pause and enjoy the flowers. Standing at the lake’s edge, you might spot some trout in its glassy surface. These trout didn’t always inhabit Tipsoo. In fact, none of Mt. Rainier’s lakes originally hosted trout.
• White River - The river alongside us is called White River. It’s said you never step into the same river twice, especially true for the White River, whose flow has been altered by nature and humans for centuries.
• Owyhigh Lakes Trail - The Owyhigh Lakes Trail is coming up soon. This 7-mile hike takes about four hours, covering level ground with plenty of shade. Owyhigh Lakes was named after Yakama Chief Owhi, a warrior who resisted a military expedition in the 1858 Battle of the Spokane Plains. When Chief Owhi led an attack against a military unit in his territory, it sparked an ongoing struggle between his people and the US.
• Sunrise Point Lookout - We’re approaching Sunrise Point. At 6,120 feet, it’s perhaps the best spot in the park to watch the sunrise. The Civilian Conservation Corps built this overlook. The brainchild of President Roosevelt, the CCC was part of the New Deal, aimed at helping Americans recover during the Great Depression. These young men were hired by national parks to combat high unemployment rates.
• Sunrise Rim Trail - The one-mile Sunrise Rim trail is a nice warm-up or wind-down hike. For more of a challenge, bypass the Rim and head toward Wonderland on the Mount Fremont Trail. It’ll take you through five and a half miles of uphill terrain in just under three hours.

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Mount Rainier Park highlights the rich heritage of the Pacific Northwest. Explore the Nisqually Twin Firs Trail along Tahoma Creek. Longmire is teeming with pioneers and wildlife. Discover the Tatoosh Range, Christine Falls, and Comet Falls. Learn about John Muir and the pioneering female climber. Enjoy stargazing at Sunrise Point, Ohanapecosh, and Tipsoo Lake. Begin a shared adventure through the app; remember to check park entry rules and timings.

Visit ancient burial grounds and immerse yourself in the island’s vibrant culture.

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