A Back Door to Mt. Rainier's Grand Park
1 day
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Itinerary
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Stop At: Mount Rainier National Park, 39000 State Rt 706 E, Ashford, WA
This strenuous out-and-back 7-mile hike begins at a little-known backdoor into Mt. Rainier National Park, where you are sure to experience the majesty of Rainier in relative solitude, especially on a weekday.
The trail begins with a gentle rolling ramble through deep forest, but soon begins to emerge into a series of increasingly open meadows until—voila! You are in Grand Park, a broad open meadow flush with wildflowers and the imposing north face of Mt. Rainier and Winthrop Glacier. You are likely to see elk, bears, and other wildlife.
We’ll pause at a ledge overlooking the White River for a gourmet lunch (included) before returning back through Grand Park and the deep forest.
On our return to Seattle, we’ll stop for refreshments at a classic mountain roadhouse or snack bar at your option.
Duration: 5 hours
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This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Mount Rainier National Park, 39000 State Rt 706 E, Ashford, WA
This strenuous out-and-back 7-mile hike begins at a little-known backdoor into Mt. Rainier National Park, where you are sure to experience the majesty of Rainier in relative solitude, especially on a weekday.
The trail begins with a gentle rolling ramble through deep forest, but soon begins to emerge into a series of increasingly open meadows until—voila! You are in Grand Park, a broad open meadow flush with wildflowers and the imposing north face of Mt. Rainier and Winthrop Glacier. You are likely to see elk, bears, and other wildlife.
We’ll pause at a ledge overlooking the White River for a gourmet lunch (included) before returning back through Grand Park and the deep forest.
On our return to Seattle, we’ll stop for refreshments at a classic mountain roadhouse or snack bar at your option.
Duration: 5 hours
Included
- Lunch - A gourmet lunch of your choice is included that we'll enjoy midway through the hike.
- I provide hiking poles and day packs if requested.
- Snacks
- Entry/Admission - Mount Rainier National Park
Not included
- Dinner - An optional post-hike dinner or refreshments at a memorable tavern or refreshment stand can be added but is not included in the price.
Additional
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
85%
Cultural
50%
Aquatic
25%
Original
20%
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