Best of Mount Rainier National Park from Seattle: All-Inclusive Small-Group Tour
No two tours with Evergreen Escapes are the same! Our guides craft itineraries that reflect the best of what the Park has to offer that day, including group interests and dynamics. Please note that the itinerary outlined is a SAMPLE of potential destinations that could be included in the tour. Experience Mount Rainier's highlights on a day tailored to you. Our TripAdvisor "Hall of Fame" guides run the only day tours permitted to explore more than a mile from the park road as the National Park is ecologically important & delicate. The U.S. Park Service restricts other tour companies - our competitors offer "road tours." We are professional nature educators (not just bus drivers) that have dedicated our lives to artful travel. Our all-inclusive small-group day trip is limited to just 10 travelers.
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We'll pick you up where you're staying in Downtown Seattle including hotels and airbnbs!. If you are staying outside our legal pick up zone, we are happy to meet you at our default pick up location—Sheraton Grand (1400 6th Ave). If you're unsure whether your hotel or rental is part of the downtown corridor, give us a call and we can confirm whether your hotel is included! We also make quick stops near SeaTac Airport or Tacoma when requested. We will call/text/email the afternoon of the day prior to your tour to confirm your pick-up location and exact pick-up time. No need to check-in before we contact you (unless you have a question, of course!).
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please wear comfortable shoes suitable for walking. Waterproof boots required October-June. Please reach out to us for rental options.
- Warm clothing is recommended during winter months (jacket, sturdy shoes, hat, gloves, layers)
- Note: Severe winter weather (rare) may result in road closures and other unpredictable changes to the itinerary - our talented guides adjust accordingly.
- If you have dietary restrictions, please inform us at least 48 hours before your tour departure
- This is a sample itinerary - depending on the season, we may visit other sections of the Park entirely.
- Operates in all weather conditions. Please dress appropriately.
- All travelers must be 10 years or older.
- This is a public small group tour. There may be other travelers on this tour with you, up to a total of 10 guests.
Includes
- National Park Entrance fees.
- Additional warm clothing available upon request.
- Award-winning local naturalist guide!
- Pick-up and drop-off at various downtown Seattle hotels!
- Use of snowshoes and poles (during winter months).
- Gratuities
Special Instructions
Itinerary
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Estimated Time : 60 minutes
Stroll through the old-growth forests near Longmire and experience waterfalls and big mountain views as you wind to higher elevations.
Admission Ticket Included
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Estimated Time : 10 minutes
Mt. Rainier National Park : Short walk to a postcard view of Christine Falls.
Admission Ticket Included
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Estimated Time : 30 minutes
Mt. Rainier National Park : Several waterfalls are accessible by foot along the route up the mountain! Narada Falls is one of our favorites.
Admission Ticket Included
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Estimated Time : 180 minutes
In the summer, pick wild berries on a sub-alpine hiking trail. In the winter, take advantage of Paradise’s legendary snowfall (and the winter solitude) on an introductory snowshoe trail.
Admission Ticket Included
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Estimated Time : 20 minutes
Paradise is home to a world-class visitor's center with interpretive information on the National Park.
Admission Ticket Included
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Estimated Time : 30 minutes
An impressive waterfall in the midst of Paradise's iconic meadows, Myrtle Falls is at the end of an easily walkable trail with almost constant views of Mt Rainier's peak.
Admission Ticket Included
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Estimated Time : 15 minutes
Mt. Rainier National Park : A possible stop near Paradise, Reflection Lakes are renowned for the postcard views of Mt Rainier over the mirror-like lake.
Admission Ticket Included
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Estimated Time : 20 minutes
A historic area of Mt Rainier National Park, Longmire is home to its museum, bubbling mineral springs, and trails meandering through the surrounding old-growth forest. The museum is a great stop for souvenirs, cocoa, and a quick bathroom break.
Admission Ticket Included
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Estimated Time : 30 minutes
Giant old-growth spruce trees clustered around bubbling mineral springs and views of Mt. Rainier's peak make this short loop trail a favorite among groups visiting the park.
Admission Ticket Included
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Estimated Time : 30 minutes
Another favorite in the Longmire Area, Twin Firs boasts massive trees that tower over visitors.
Admission Ticket Included
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Mt. Rainier National Park : Experience views of the mountain peak throughout your day. Mt Rainier can be seen from many of our stops.
Free Admission
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We'll drop you off where we picked you up, or a nearby preferred location.
Free Admission