Ascending to 14,410 feet above sea level, Mount Rainier stands as an icon in the Washington landscape. An active volcano, Mount Rainier is the most glaciated peak in the contiguous U.S.A., spawning five major rivers. Subalpine wildflower meadows ring the icy volcano while ancient forest cloaks Mount Rainier’s lower slo
Yes — your pass gets you in.
Your pass covers the $30 park entrance fee.
- Fee type Entrance fee — The standard per-vehicle park entrance fee. Entrance - Private Vehicle: $30Entrance - Per Person: $15Entrance - Motorcycle: $25Commercial Entrance - Sedan: $30Commercial Entrance - Van: $75
- HoursMount Rainier National Park is open all year. Visitation peaks in July and August with warmer weather and blooming wildflowers. In spring and autumn, weather determines the availability of facilities and roads. During wi
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Mount Rainier National Park is located in west-central Washington state. Several major cities in Washington- Seattle, Tacoma, and Yakima- and Portland, Oregon, are within 200 miles of the park. For GPS to Nisqually Entrance use: 39000 State Route 706 E, Ashford, WA 98304.
Common questions
Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Mount Rainier National Park — always confirm with the managing site before you go.
Yes Does the America the Beautiful pass work at Mount Rainier National Park?
Yes — your pass covers the entrance fee here.
Yes Can you camp at Mount Rainier National Park?
Yes — camping is available. Reserve ahead where required; you can check availability on Recreation.gov.
Depends Can you have a campfire?
Sometimes — campfires are subject to seasonal fire restrictions and bans. Always check current fire conditions first.
Yes Are there hiking trails?
Yes — trails here include Alta Vista Trail, Avalanche Lilly Trail, Bench Lake Trail, and more. Check length and difficulty before you go.
Yes Can you bike here?
Yes — biking is available at Mount Rainier National Park. Confirm which roads or trails allow it.
Depends Can you ride OHVs or ATVs here?
Yes — off-highway vehicle use is among the activities here. Stay on designated routes and check any permit or registration rules.
Depends Can you bring a dog?
Usually only leashed and in developed areas, campgrounds, and paved paths — not on most trails or in buildings. Pet rules vary by park, so check first.
No Are drones allowed?
No — launching, landing, or operating drones is prohibited on National Park Service land.
Yes What are the hours?
Mount Rainier National Park is open all year. Visitation peaks in July and August with warmer weather and blooming wildflowers. In spring and autumn, weather determines the availability of facilities and roads. During wi
Nearby sites
ECTran71 / CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Mud Mountain Dam (White River)
CheckArmy Corps site — the pass gives 50% off day-use fees only and never covers camping. Confirm at the gate.
Public domain · Wikimedia Commons Bureau of Reclamation Rimrock Lake
CheckReclamation honors the pass at only a handful of sites — confirm before you rely on it here.
