Crystal Mountain Gondola When it comes to activities, there is no shortage of fun from guided horseback ride to miles of hiking trails that start at the base and climb to the summit. Take a ride on the gondola to the top and enjoy a leisurely hike down the mountain as you pass through beautiful alpine lakes and acres of wildflowers. The Gondola operates daily from late June to mid-September and and offers 360 degree views of the Cascade Mountains.
MOUNT RAINIER FOR WINTER FUN Mt. Rainier National Park and the surrounding area offer fantastic places for skiing (downhill and backcountry) snowboarding and snowshoeing.
Paradise There are few locations within the entire national park system as stunning as Paradise. It’s nestled on the south slopes of the glaciershrouded volcano at an elevation of 5,400feet among wildflower meadows punctuated with glistening snowfields and groves of gnarled firs and hemlocks. Aside from its breathtaking scenery and role as a portal into the surrounding wilderness, park visitors will find a wide array of services and activities at Paradise. Don’t miss the historic 1916 lodge. Paradise Inn is designated as one of the “Great Lodges of the West”. We recommend two scenic drives that traverse Mount Rainier National Park, offering spectacular mountain views and stops along the way.
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Wildlife abounds and so do hiking, backpacking and climbing opportunities. Mountain weather can be extreme and change abruptly, so don’t forget to bring layers of warm clothing, sunglasses, and sunscreen!