Guided hike on Mt. Rainier - old forest, falls and glacier views
Overview
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On this tour to Mt. Rainier National Park there is a lot of diversity from alpine environment to old growth forest in lower elevation. We drive to the highlights in the park and you will experience diverse landscapes and scenery such as glaciers, mountains, waterfalls, rivers, and tall trees in old-growth forest. You will be on guided shorter hikes at points of interest.
In the winter areas of the park may be closed some days and not all highlights will be accessible at times - from November to June snowshoes/crampons will be provided when necessary since there is often snow on the trails in those months.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not recommended for travelers with knee or hip problems
What To Expect
Mount Rainier
We drive to Mt. Rainier National Park (2 hours) and hike from the visitor center at Paradise for about a mile where we picnic close to some giant glaciers. We then hike back for a mile and drive to viewpoints with panoramic views and we see the Narada Falls and the Christine Falls, old growth forests with a thousand year old big trees and the Reflection Lakes. In Winter and Spring seasons (November-June) we will snowshoe rather than hiking - no experience required.
Seattle
Pick up and drop off is in Seattle downtown.
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Guided hike on Mt. Rainier - old forest, falls and glacier views
What‘s Included
Trekking poles
Bottled water
Crampons
All Fees and Taxes
Snowshoes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Food is not provided and you can bring your own lunch or buy lunch to-go in a grocery store where we have a restroom stop. There is also a cafeteria in the visitor center in the national park.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
600 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Made the most of the weather.
Richard D,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Even though the weather was not to see the peak of Mount Rainier. We made the most of our time on the volcano. Wonderful experience of having lunch in a light snow fall., saw wonderful waterfalls, and was blown away by the giant cedar trees in the park. Definitely would recommend.
Susan was great and very...
Anessa D,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Susan was great and very informative about Mount Rainier in the history behind it. She was super friendly and willing to make sure that the tourists were comfortable.
Great tour
GlobeTrotting753744,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great guide and tour. Recommended!
Excellent hiking
cheryljT5966WM,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Anthony was an excellent tour guide. Very helpful, patient, knowledgeable, always asking if he could take our pictures. During the hike he kept checking on all members in the group
A very good taster experience of Mt. Rainier
Subramaniam S,May 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00With a constraint on time, this was a very good tour to get a feel for Mt Rainier. We were also lucky to experience snow that had fallen a few days earlier.. to go on a snow trek with snow boots, provided by Susan The short hikes in the old forest and to the river bed were also part of the tour
Totally awesome
Malathi M,May 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I'd give this tour 10 stars if i could. Susan was an amazing guide who took care of our needs like we were on a personalized guided tour. We got to see Mt Rainier up close, did the Skyline trail , saw the waterfalls and old forests and got home well on time. Susan provided guidance with snow shoes and hiking poles, as well as the right trail suited to our needs. She was knowledgable and kind.
Great tour
Suzanne C,May 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a great tour and our guide Anthony was excellent. Anthony made sure everyone was comfortable and helped. The hike was in the snow which made it a little more difficult to go uphill but it was totally worth the views. Scenery was beautiful.
Highly recommend! They...
Junyu T,May 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Highly recommend! They provided snowshoes, trekking poles, crampons, and drinking water. Our guide, Anthony, was knowledgeable, patient, and made the whole trip enjoyable. Great experience overall!
Amazing
Harvinder M,May 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Susan was knowledgeable. She went out of her way to make sure we had a good experience. Perfect beautiful day all around. A bit long and tiring towards the end but def worth it. Def recommend
Great tours
tony v,May 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Susan was great. Made us work for our lunch. Beautiful views. The best. !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!,!!
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