Us at Bench Lake on our most recent trip out to Mount Rainier National Parkĭisclaimer: Some of the links in this post, like hotel links, are affiliate links, meaning at no additional cost to you, we make a little bit of money if you click through and book. If you have a question that we didn’t cover below, leave us a comment so that we can get back to you (and potentially add it to the guide!). In this guide, we’ll give you all the information – the logistics, the things to do and see at Mount Rainier in a day, and some alternative options if you’re not into hiking – to plan an unforgettable day trip to Mount Rainier from Seattle.Īll the information in this guide is based on personal experience exploring the park over several trips. If you follow the guide below, you’ll experience all of those things and more, and hopefully come away with a deeper appreciation for Mount Rainier National Park, which is only two and a half hours away from Seattle. And you’ll see why we have it high on our list of the best day trips from Seattle.Ĭan you believe that Matt grew up in Washington State (the Seattle area to be more specific), and didn’t make it to Rainier – or any of the other national parks in Washington – until his 30’s? What was he even doing for those first 30 years of his life, you might ask. From Seattle, you can’t see towering Narada Falls, the incredible views of the surrounding peaks from the Skyline Trail, or the perfect reflection of Rainier in Bench Lake. To really understand why Mount Rainier National Park is one of the country’s best national parks, though, you have to get up close and personal. In the Seattle area, a “nice day” is often defined by whether or not you can see Rainier’s snow capped peak from the city. Lush meadows, an abundance of wildflowers, and multiple picturesque waterfalls await you on your day trip to Mount Rainier. We’ve spent a fair amount of time exploring Mount Rainier National Park over the past several years, and we’re going to help you figure out how to best spend your limited time. Want to see the best of Mount Rainier National Park, but only have a day? You’re in the right place.
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