Mount Rainier National Park has four main entrances: Nisqually (southwest), Carbon River (northwest), White River/Sunrise (northeast), and Stevens Canyon (southeast). The NPS has updates each year on their ‘ Discover Wildflowers‘ web page.įYI national park lovers – I put together a checklist of all the parks, so you can mark each off as you visit them! It’s free to download via my travel resource library! Click the image below. In general, the wildflowers will start blooming early-mid July and will peak by the first week of August, but again this can change season-to-season. Each year is different and the “peak” bloom will depend on many factors. If your main objective is to see wildflowers then you will need to be flexible with the conditions, weather, and the season. Check out this article by the National Park Service (NPS) for avoiding summer congestion. Entering the park before 10 am or after 2:30 pm can also help avoid delays during busy periods. ![]() Parking can get extremely busy on the weekends and lines can build up at the entrance gates. To avoid crowds I would suggest planning your visit for during midweek and outside of busy holidays such as Fourth of July. Keep in mind that Mount Rainier can experience fairly dramatic weather conditions and you are always best to research and plan accordingly. In particular, the months of July through October usually offer the best weather, snow-free trails, and the chance to see wildflowers (depending on the season). Thank you for the support!Īlthough some sections of the park are officially open year-round, summer and fall are by far the best time to visit. You can also learn more about my affiliate policy here. Use code RENEE15 to get 15% off your first Backcountry order (some exclusions apply). This means I get a small commission if you make a purchase (at no extra cost to you). Over the years I have got to know the area fairly well and I’m excited to share my tips with you all! In this blog post I’m covering everything you need to know to plan your Mount Rainier getaway, including when to visit, where to stay, the best things to see, what hikes to take, photo spots, packing recommendations, suggested itineraries, and more!ĭisclaimer: This blog post is in collaboration with and features some affiliate links. ![]() I have visited the park at least 20 times now, including during my 2017 trip to all the US National Parks. Mount Rainier National Park has to be one of the most stunning places in the entire world, and is certainly a gem of Washington State! From meadows of wildflowers, to old-growth forest, to beautiful waterfalls and rivers, and incredible mountain views… Mount Rainier really is a nature lovers dream.
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