Mount Rainier
Volcano · Pierce County ·
Glacier-capped volcano w/ wildflowers, waterfalls, forests, & trails
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Washington 98304 Get directions
Glacier-capped volcano w/ wildflowers, waterfalls, forests, & trails
Washington 98304 Get directions
"As the continental US’s most glaciated peak, this stratovolcano almost always looks like a winter wonderland, even in the sweltering heat of summer. A winter visit means much more accessible snowplay, with the road to the park’s gorgeous Paradise area open all day during the season. After a winding scenic drive through sparkling, snow-covered pines, join a ranger-guided snowshoe walk (rent at the National Park Inn General Store in Longmire) before sipping afternoon tea in front of a crackling fire at the historic National Park Inn, the park’s only year-round lodging." - Emily Pennington
"I include Mount Rainier on my reservation checklist since it’s among the parks that use reservation systems for managing visitor access." - Jessica Chapel
"A Washington national park that earned a top-three spot on AllTrails' list (third place), marking it as a noteworthy destination highlighted by user reviews and analysis." - Michael Cappetta Michael Cappetta Michael Cappetta is a travel writer with over 10 years of experience in journalism and television news. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"Located in Washington, this park is famous for its towering volcanic peak, Mount Rainier, surrounded by subalpine wildflower meadows and ancient forests. It offers hiking, climbing, and scenic drives." - Evie Carrick Evie Carrick Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who’s lived in five countries and visited well over 50. She now splits her time between Colorado and Paris, ensuring she doesn't have to live without skiing or L'
"Ranked No. 2 in the study, the tallest mountain in Washington state enjoys strong social-media popularity with more than 1.3 million combined Instagram and TikTok mentions, marking it as one of the most photographed peaks in the United States." - Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca is an award-winning journalist and co-founder of Be a Travel Writer, an online course for the next generation of travel journalists. Her photos, videos, and words have appeared in print or online for Travel + Leisure, Time, Los Angeles Times, Glamour, and many more. You'll usually find her in an airport. If you do see her there, please say hello. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
