Nisqually River
The 81-mile-long Nisqually River originates as meltwater from the Nisqually Glacier on the south flank of Mt. Rainier.
Plan Around Nisqually River
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Nisqually River Details
The 81-mile-long Nisqually River originates as meltwater from the Nisqually Glacier on the south flank of Mt. Rainier. The river runs out of the park and through the towns of Ashford and Elbe along Route 706, and eventually empties into Puget Sound. The river has several major tributaries within the park, including Kautz Creek, Van Trump Creek, and the Paradise River. It can be viewed from the Nisqually Vista Trail.
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Nisqually River
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0.6 mi away
Glacier Bridge
You'll enjoy a spectacular view of the Nisqually Glacier as you cross Glacier Bridge.
0.6 mi away
Dead Horse Creek Trail and Moraine Trail
This moderate 2.5-mile, out-and-back route is located near Paradise and typically accessible from mid July into October.
0.7 mi away
Nisqually Vista Trail
This easy, 1.2-mile loop trail takes walkers to an overlook with stunning views of the Nisqually Glacier.
0.8 mi away
Alta Vista Trail
This moderate hike follows a steep, paved trail up to a viewpoint.
0.8 mi away
Paradise Valley Road
The one-way Paradise Valley Road heads clockwise, leading visitors through a meadow-filled valley and by the Paradise area.
