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Road Conditions In and Around Mt. Rainier National Park

  • SPECIAL STATEMENTS::
    • Winter Driving Requirements: More Information...

      All vehicles are required to carry tire chains when traveling in the park during the winter season (Nov 1 - May 1). This requirement applies to all vehicles (including four-wheel drive), regardless of tire type or weather conditions. Review the Tire Chain Frequently Asked Questions for more information.

  • For current road status within Mt. Rainier National Park:
    • Call (360) 569-2211 x1
    • Check road status here: Mt. Rainier Road Status
    • While driving the road to Paradise, tune to AM 1610 for the latest updates.
  • For other road information:
    • Dial 5-1-1 for real time traffic and weather information
    • Check the Washington State
      Department of Transportation website
    • Call 1-800-695-ROAD (7623) toll-free statewide
    • Call 206-DOT-HIWY (368-4499) in the Greater Seattle area
  • As of March 20, 2013

    HIGHWAYS:

    • Cayuse Pass/Hwy 123: CLOSED
    • Chinook Pass/Hwy 410: CLOSED

    ROADS INSIDE THE PARK:

    • Carbon River Road: OPEN TO THE ENTRANCE
      • Only bicycle and pedestrian traffic is permitted beyond the entrance.
    • Longmire to Paradise: OPEN DAILY
    • Mowich Lake Road: CLOSED -- Projected to Open JULY 4th
    • Nisqually Entrance to Longmire: OPEN DAILY
    • Paradise Valley Road: CLOSED
    • Stevens Canyon Road: CLOSED -- Projected to Open MAY 24th
    • Sunrise Road: CLOSED -- Projected to Open JUNE 28th
    • Westside Road: OPEN to Dry Creek
    • White River Road to Campground: CLOSED -- Projected to Open MAY 24th

    ROADS OUTSIDE THE PARK:

    • FS Rd 99 to Windy Ridge: CLOSED
    • Oak Creek Road: OPEN
      • This is the road to the Oak Creek Wildlife Area Backcountry.
    • Skate Creek Road (FR 52): CLOSED

    CAMPGROUND OPENINGS:

    PICNIC AREA OPENINGS: