Road Trip Seattle to Mount Rainier

Seattle Mount Rainier
150
km
2h
drive
Summer
season

The Itinerary

Mount Rainier (4,392 m), an iconic stratovolcano, dominates Seattle on clear days. The national park protects a permanently glaciated summit, 26 glaciers and subalpine meadows blooming in July–August.

Paradise (1,645 m) is the main visitor centre with easy Skyline Trail (8 km) through flowering meadows. Sunrise (2,010 m), open June–Oct, is the highest point accessible by car. Reflection Lakes for the iconic photo. Christine Falls and Narada Falls are signature waterfalls. Combine with Crystal Mountain (gondola).

Points of Interest

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    Paradise + Skyline Trail
    Sentier 8 km dans prairies fleuries au pied du mont.
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    Sunrise (2 010 m)
    Plus haut point accessible en voiture.
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    Reflection Lakes
    Lacs au reflet parfait du mont, photo iconique.
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    Narada Falls
    Cascade de 55 m, sentier court depuis stationnement.

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Practical info
  • Departure Seattle
  • Destination Mount Rainier
  • Distance 150 km
  • Duration 2h
  • Category Medium (100–250 km)
  • Best season Summer
Themes
mountain park Glacier wildflower Summer Iconic volcano

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