I hiked the Skyline Loop Trail at the height of the wildflower bloom, and it was absolutely stunning. The rangers I met along the way and throughout my visit to Paradise and Sunset were so helpful, kind, and answered any questions I had. The best part was when a ranger got my attention to let me know there was a group of marmots just below us. They were so cute, and I got to see them up close and in the wild!
Sincerely,
Mount Rainier National Park
Majestic Mount Rainier is the highest peak in the Cascade Range and an active volcano with more glaciers than any other mountain in the United States. Just an hour's drive from Seattle, the park's wild landscape feels much further from civilization. The forests, parkland, wetlands, lakes and rivers offer 260 miles of trails and varied habitat to dozens of plant and animal species.
State(s): Washington
Established: 1899
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Greetings from Mount Rainier National Park
Our family vacation to Mt Rainier in 1996 is a favorite. We camped 5 days at Ohanapecosh and then 4 days at White River. We hiked a different trail every day, attended the Ranger education lectures and evening sing-alongs. Our daughters got their 1st "Junior Ranger" badges (something they continue…
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