Information, Mount Rainier National Park
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Contact InformationKey phone numbers and addresses for Mount Rainier National Park.
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When to VisitCertain sections of Mount Rainier National Park are open year-round, but summer is by far the most popular time to visit the park.
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HikingThere are more than 260 miles of maintained trails in Mount Rainier National Park, leading through old-growth forests and the high subalpine meadows.
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Gas & EV ChargingAlthough gas is not available in the park, there are gas stations in nearby communities.
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ShoppingThere are a number of options for picking up gifts and sundries within the park.
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SafetyThere are a number of safety considerations to take into account when visiting Mount Rainier.
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WeatherThe Pacific Ocean, elevation and latitude strongly influence Mount Rainier weather.
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Driving DirectionsMount Rainier National Park lies in west-central Washington within 200 miles of several major metropolitan areas.
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OverviewMount Rainier National Park offers dramatic scenery and diverse ecosystems, yet much of it is relatively accessible to visitors.
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HistoryHuman history at Mount Rainier goes back to 15,000 years ago, when the mountain was still largely covered in snow and ice.
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WildlifeWith an elevation range spanning approximately 13,000 feet, there's a variety of habitat available to the park's wildlife.
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Trees and PlantsThough Mount Rainier is most famous for its spectacular wildflowers, the park's other vegetation is quite diverse as well.
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Ranger Led ProgramsThe Mount Rainier ranger staff offers a variety of free programs, from informal talks to campfire programs, to kid-specific activities.
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Cell Phone ServiceCell-phone service is unreliable throughout most of the park, although access is available at Paradise, Sunrise, and Crystal Mountain.
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Scenic ViewsThere are so many scenic views within Mount Rainier National Park that visitors will be spoiled for choice.
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Sunrise and SunsetAs suggested by its name, one of the prime spots to see a spectacular sunrise over Mount Rainier is Sunrise.
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PicnickingMount Rainier has quite a few designated picnicking areas, as well as tables in locations around the park.
