Please note that the address listed below is the physical address for the park administration building and should not be used for GPS systems. Instead use the address 39000 State Route 706 E, Ashford, WA 98304. This will take you on SR 706 east past the Administration Building to the Nisqually Entrance. It is recommended that visitors refer to road maps in addition to using GPS units when driving to the park. In addition to entrance fees, there is a fee for camping in one of Mount Rainier's three car campgrounds. Wilderness permits are required for camping overnight in the backcountry of the park. A climbing permit is required for travel above 10,000 feet or on glaciers. A variety of activities, from getting married in the park to spreading ashes, is allowed with a special use permit. Mount Rainier National Park offers excellent opportunities for adventure, exploration, learning, and just plain having fun! Start planning your visit by using the links below to learn about Mount Rainier. Also, remember the key to a great visit is staying safe. Avoid Summer CongestionPlan ahead to avoid summer traffic! On busy summer weekends expect long waits at entrances and full parking lots. Operating Hours & SeasonsMany of the facilities in the park are only open in the summer, while others stay open year-round. Road StatusOpen/closed status and current conditions of park roads. Most roads close during the winter months. Fees & PassesInformation about entrance fees to the park and options for annual passes. Current ConditionsInformation and updates about park notices, temporary closures, and other advisories. Permits & ReservationsInformation about Special Use Permits and other reservations available in the park. WeatherWeather conditions can change rapidly around the mountain. Check the weather forecast to ensure your visit is safe and enjoyable. Connect to MountRainierNPSJoin the conversation! Mount Rainier is on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Youtube, Flickr, and Tumblr. Mount Rainier PledgeYou can help safeguard this place and its resources and intrinsic values by taking the Mount Rainier Pledge. PetsPets are NOT allowed on trails, but can be in limited areas of the park while on leashes. Learn about the regulations regarding pets. Water ConservationMount Rainier National Park’s limited water supply primarily depends on streams and lakes fed by snowmelt and perennial snowfields. Please do your part to help conserve water when visiting! Stock UseSaddle and pack animals are welcome on the Pacific Crest Trail and Laughingwater Creek Trail only. Learn about the regulations regarding stock animals. Meadow PreservationEnjoy wildflowers? Help protect delicate subalpine meadows by staying on trails. Keep Wildlife WildPlease do not feed wildlife. Learn why it is better for you and for Mount Rainier's wildlife to Keep Wildlife Wild. FAQsFrequently-Asked-Questions about the park. BrochuresDownload a variety of brochures about the park, including the Wilderness Trip Planner and the current park newspaper. BookstoreOperated by Discover Your Northwest (formerly Northwest Interpretive Association), the bookstore offers publications, maps, posters, videos, children's literature, and other informational materials on Mount Rainier National Park and other parks and forests throughout the Pacific Northwest. |
Last updated: October 2, 2024