Mt. Rainier highlights - old forest, falls and glaciers

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Overview

On this tour to Mt. Rainier National Park there is a lot of diversity from alpine environment to old growth forest in lower elevation. We drive to the highlights in the park and you will experience diverse landscapes and scenery such as glaciers, mountains, waterfalls, rivers, and tall trees in old-growth forest. There will be time allocated (1-2 hours) to explore some areas where you can hike on trails. In the winter areas of the park may be closed some days and not all highlights will be accessible at times - from November to June snowshoes/crampons will be provided when necessary since there is often snow on the trails in those months.

Meeting Point

Voucher Type

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Duration

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Itinerary

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Duration: 240 mins
We drive to Mt. Rainier National Park (2 hours) and hike from the visitor center at Paradise for about a mile where we picnic close to some giant glaciers. We then hike back for a mile and drive to viewpoints with panoramic views and we see the Narada Falls and the Christine Falls, old growth forests with a thousand year old big trees and the Reflection Lakes. In Winter and Spring seasons (November-June) we will snowshoe rather than hiking - no experience required.
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Duration: 3 mins
Pick up and drop off is in Seattle downtown.
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Duration: 3 mins
Alternatively, pick up and drop off is near the Space Needle, if requested.
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Duration: 180 mins
We hike about a mile near the glaciers in the area of Paradise in 5,500 feet elevation. This is also where the main visitor center is located in Mt. Rainier National Park.
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Duration: 20 mins
We hike to the bottom of Narada Falls - 168-foot fall near Paradise.
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Duration: 20 mins
We see the Reflection Lakes where Mt. Rainier is often reflected in the summer time. In the winter the lake is frozen and the road is closed.
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Duration: 20 mins
We see the Christine Falls under the old stone bridge.
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Duration: 30 mins
We walk in old-growth forest in the National Park near Longmire in lower elevation.

Inclusion

Trekking poles

Crampons

All Fees and Taxes

Snowshoes

Exclusion

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Not recommended for travelers with knee or hip problems

Reviews

4.8

★★★★★ ★★★★★
Based on 564 reviews

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