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10 Reasons TO Visit Paradise Mt rainier

Washington

Marmots

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Spotting marmots doesn't take too much effort – watch for them in meadows, on trails, and listen for their signature high pitched whistles.

Narada Falls

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At 168 feet tall, Narada Falls is the tallest waterfall accessible by car at Mount Rainier.

Van trump Park

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The hike to Van Trump Park is just under 6 miles round trip to the end of the maintained trail but we kept going a ways past there on our hike, allured by the serene alpine beauty.

Comet Falls

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Comet Falls is the largest waterfall in Mount Rainier at an impressive 380 feet tall

Admire Christine Falls

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Christine Falls is the most easily accessed waterfall at Mount Rainier, located just off the road with a convenient viewing platform.

Nisqually Vista Trail

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In summer, the wildflowers on this trail are spectacular with marmots playing in the meadow in the middle of the loop

Admire Reflection Lakes

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The main pond, or lake, is really spectacular on a calm, clear day providing mirror like reflections from which it gets its name.

alta Vista Trail

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The Alta Vista Trail is easier than the Skyline Trail but still has excellent scenery including the famous Paradise wildflowers and marmots.

Epic Views From Pinnacle Peak

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From the top of the trail you'll be able to see Mount Rainier in all its glory and the Paradise area to the north, and Mt Adams in the distance to the south.

Skyline Trail

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These "most luxuriant" of alpine gardens as John Muir described them, explode with color during mid-summer each year.

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