Longmire Historic District Walking Tour
The Longmire Historic District Walking Tour will take you on an easy stroll along paved paths and roadway to see the historic buildings in this area.
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Longmire Historic District Walking Tour Details
In 1997, all buildings and manmade structures throughout the park were designated the Mount Rainier National Historic Landmark District. Take this 1.25-mile self-guided walk around Longmire and you will soon discover why: the architecture blends perfectly with the natural landscape. Designers used giant logs and glacial boulders to construct these rustic buildings in the middle of a beautifully preserved wilderness. The Longmire Historic District Walking Tour will take you on an easy stroll along paved paths and roadway to see the historic buildings in this area. Visit the General Store, the National Park Inn, an old-style gas pump, and the administration building, which is home to a relief map of the mountain, the ranger's station and, outside the front door, an old stretch car that once took visitors on a driving tour up to Paradise. Stop by the small but interesting museum, and then wander past a small library, park staff housing, and the Nisqually Suspension Bridge, as you make your way out to a Community Building. As you explore the park on your visit, remember that all manmade structures comprise the historic landmark district, including the buildings at Nisqually, Sunrise, Paradise, White River, and Camp Muir (a camp high up on Rainier's slopes), plus bridges, roads, wilderness structures, and even the Wonderland Trail. Trail stats: 1.25 miles; 1 hour.
Difficulty
Low
Distance
1.25 miles
Estimated time
1 hour
Region
N/A
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Longmire General Store
The Longmire General Store, adjacent to the National Park Inn at Longmire, sells souvenirs and basic groceries to travelers and hikers.
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Longmire Wilderness Information Center
From late May to early October, staff here provides backcountry camping information, wilderness permits, and sound advice for those venturing off to hike.
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Longmire Museum
This small museum offers a good historical overview of the park, the Longmire family, and the Native Americans who once traveled through this area.
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Carter Falls Trail
This easy out-and-back hike starts at Longmire and follows a short section of the Wonderland Trail.
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Trail of the Shadows
This .7-mile trail starts across the street from Longmire's National Park Inn.
