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Just six miles outside the Nisqually Entrance to Mt. Rainier National Park sits the mountain community of Ashford. Tucked away in the forested foothills discover lodging establishments from cozy cabins to friendly motels, all serving as a base camp for Mt. Rainier adventures.
Ashford, WA
Ashford, WA, serves as the gateway to the Nisqually Entrance of Mount Rainier National Park, welcoming visitors year-round. The area also boasts a local art gallery, sculpture park, and access to the Mount Tahoma Trails hut-to-hut system.
Area lodging
Visitors will find a collection of cabins, vacation rentals, inns, and a few campgrounds in and around Ashford, Washington. Scroll down for a list of properties, or to check rates and availability, click here. Nearly all accommodations stay open on a year-round basis.
Area Dining & Attractions
Ashford Restaurants
Area restaurants include family-friendly grills, convenient cafes, and historic inns. Start your morning with coffee and breakfast at Whittaker’s Cafe and Espresso. You’ll also find a charming amount of local history and lore. Stories and photos shared by the mountain climbing community feature different aspects of Mount Rainier.
Rainier Basecamp and Grill features a diverse menu in a park-like setting. It’s popular for lunch and dinner with climbers, hikers, and visitors with hearty appetites. Don’t miss Copper Creek Restaurant, which is on your way to the park. This award-winning restaurant is famous for its salmon, trout, steaks, and homemade blackberry pie, syrup, and vinaigrette.
Explore our full list of dining options in and around Ashford.
Things to Do in Ashford, WA
Recreation abounds in Ashford, with summertime hiking trails and winter snowshoe routes all in close proximity. The Mt. Tahoma Trail System is accessible just a few miles east.
Several shops and galleries offer exquisite, original artworks, and outdoor shops provide gear for year-round adventure.
The 80-acre Ashford County Park on Highway 706 offers a children’s play area, accessible trails, and a restroom facility. Recent additions to the park include an amphitheater, a great lawn, additional trails, additional parking, utility infrastructure, and a set of new restrooms. This is a great venue for large groups or family gatherings.
Seattle to Ashford, WA
It’s approximately 80 miles (130 kilometers) from Seattle to Ashford. Depending on which route you take, most trips will last just over an hour and forty minutes. Usually, the fastest route is to take Interstate 5 southbound to 512, then to State Route 706. Please consult your GPS or the Washington state Department of Transportation website for current road conditions.
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