Overview
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.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
National Park Entrance fees.
Additional warm clothing available upon request.
Lunch
Snacks
Award-winning local naturalist guide!
Tea and coffee
Pick-up and drop-off at various downtown Seattle hotels!
Use of snowshoes and poles (during winter months).
Gratuities
Breakfast
Dinner
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
This is our default meeting location for anyone staying outside of our legal pick up area. We'll meet you outside the front entrance!
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
No paper ticket required.
We offer complimentary pick-up and drop-off from any downtown Seattle location (hotel, AirBnB, apartment, etc.). If you've provided phone number or email information in your booking, we'll 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!).
What to expect
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Mount Rainier National Park
1 hour
Stroll through the old-growth forests near Longmire and experience waterfalls and big mountain views as you wind to higher elevations.
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Christine Falls Viewpoint
10 min
Short walk to a postcard view of Christine Falls.
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Narada Falls
30 min
Several waterfalls are accessible by foot along the route up the mountain! Narada Falls is one of our favorites.
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Paradise Valley
3 hours
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.
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Henry M. Jackson Visitor Center
20 min
Paradise is home to a world-class visitor's center with interpretive information on the National Park.
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Myrtle Falls
30 min
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.
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Reflection Lakes
15 min
A possible stop near Paradise, Reflection Lakes are renowned for the postcard views of Mt Rainier over the mirror-like lake.
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Longmire Museum
20 min
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.
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Trail of the Shadows
30 min
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.
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Twin Firs Loop Trail
30 min
Another favorite in the Longmire Area, Twin Firs boasts massive trees that tower over visitors.
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Mount Rainier
30 min
Experience views of the mountain peak throughout your day. Mt Rainier can be seen from many of our stops.
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Seattle
30 min
We'll drop you off where we picked you up, or a nearby preferred location.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Los Angeles).
Additional Information
- This is a public small group tour. There may be other travelers on this tour with you, up to a total of 10 guests.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
FAQs about Best of Mount Rainier National Park from Seattle: All-Inclusive Small-Group Tour
Can I cancel Best of Mount Rainier National Park from Seattle: All-Inclusive Small-Group Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 10 hours 30 min.
Where does it start, and is pickup offered?
This is our default meeting location for anyone staying outside of our legal pick up area. We'll meet you outside the front entrance! Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- National Park Entrance fees.
- Additional warm clothing available upon request.
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Award-winning local naturalist guide!
- Tea and coffee
- Pick-up and drop-off at various downtown Seattle hotels!
- Use of snowshoes and poles (during winter months).
What's not included?
- Gratuities
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Which places does it visit?
It visits Mount Rainier National Park, Christine Falls Viewpoint, Narada Falls, Paradise Valley, Henry M. Jackson Visitor Center, Myrtle Falls, Reflection Lakes, Longmire Museum.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Operated by Evergreen Escapes Seattle
