Activities in the Mt. Rainier Area
The Mt. Rainier region invites discovery as you chart your adventure. Whatever route you choose, fun-filled days, views and scenery are as big as The Mountain itself. Whether you venture and sightsee by car or decide to get outdoors and personally enjoy the many activities we offer, it's all pure Rainier.
There is a hike for every skill level both within Mt. Rainier National Park, the National Forests and other public lands beyond the Park borders. There are short hikes, long hikes, hard hikes, easy hikes, winter hikes, summer hikes, family hikes, romantic hikes, mountain hikes, valley hikes and everything in between to plan your hiking experience...
In summer, the Mt. Rainer area is alive with possibilities for family outings. Ride a chairlift, tour working farms or wildlife parks, hop aboard a classic steam engine train, take the kids hiking or simply picnic while basking in the view of Mt Rainier.
Rainier has long been recognized as America's top mountaineering destination. When it comes to alpine climbing terrain, you name it, we've got it. No wonder the region's native climbers are among the sport's international elite and that every year, a whole new generation is introduced to the sport right here on Rainier...
Cycling enthusiasts will find both scenic routes and more challenging adventures for road and mountain bikes. With miles and miles of dirt tracks through forested lands and some of the most exciting paved roadways in the Cascades, you'll find the perfect place to spin those wheels...
We probably can't share the very best fishing hole secrets with you, but once you get here, the friendly local anglers will probably give you a tip or two. Until then, we'll give you some idea where to get started looking for that perfect spot to put both spinning and fly rods to the test...
Ride through the spectacular scenery of the Cascade Range and experience the high country from atop a leather saddle. Take a guided horseback ride for 2 hours or 2 days. Or BYOH, bring your own horse.
Many Mt. Rainier visitors enjoy touring by car. While you won't be able to see everything from behind the wheel, you can experience much of the grandeur and nature of the Mt. Rainier region while taking the ultimate road trip. Whether planning a day, weekend or longer retreat, here are suggestions for routes and sights that you'll want to include on their next drive around The Mountain...
Whether you're into tent camping or sleeping in an RV, the Mt Rainier area offers many places to do both.
Fall color displays, mushroom hunting and huckleberry picking are amongst the most popular fall activities. Huckleberries are ripe for the picking in September while fall foliage begins its spectacular display in late September and doesn't let up till the first snow flies -- and with the first fall rains, come dozens of edible mushrooms.
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State Tourism
Pick your winter snow sports vacation. Try world-class downhill skiing and snowboarding, or explore the miles of groomed cross-country ski and snowshoe trails. If good old-fashioned sledding and snowman building is more your family's speed, we've got the spot for you. If you want to go faster, we've got areas perfectly suited for speed...
