Title: Visit Paradise: Best of Paradise Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Paradise](https://expedia.ca/Paradise-Hotels.d602168.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Paradise](https://expedia.ca/Paradise-Vacation-Rentals.d602168.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Paradise Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Paradise.d602168.Car-Rental-Guide)[Paradise Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Paradise.d602168.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Paradise ## Travel Guide ![Paradise showing mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602168/4df67e5e-a069-47d6-8d06-76b2e29db88a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Paradise showing mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602168/4df67e5e-a069-47d6-8d06-76b2e29db88a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Paradise showing snow](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602168/a5554e9c-6158-401f-90ee-aa7d7e8e1636.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Paradise](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602168/2b1d57db-8209-4f45-9cca-1a2cdca40d61.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Paradise featuring snow](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602168/b32c7653-8a8c-404c-9874-856c42998512.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Paradise Things to do #### With meadows of wildflowers at your feet and snowy peaks looming above you, it’s easy to see how this area in Mount Rainier National Park earned its name. Paradise is Mount Rainier National Park’s most visited area. Enjoy unparalleled views of Mount Rainier, visit its famous inn or hike among wildflowers and waterfalls to understand why it was originally deemed a paradise. Begin your visit at the Paradise Jackson Visitor Centre for exhibits, a film and general information about Paradise and the park. Sign up for a guided ranger tour. Buy a souvenir in the gift shop or have a snack in the cafeteria. Visit the quaint grey Paradise Ranger Station, which greets visitors entering the area. If you plan on climbing, skiing or camping, stop in the Guide House at the Paradise Climbing Information Centre to apply for a climbing permit and get details about backcountry camping. Obtain services formerly available at the ranger station here. For a memorable stay, check into the Paradise Inn. This stone lodge, standing in Mount Rainier’s shadow since 1916, is recognized as a shining original example of “parkitecture,” the rustic building aesthetic preferred by the National Park Service. Step out the inn’s front door to access miles of hiking trails. Trek along the short, relatively flat Nisqually Vista Trail for views of its namesake glacier, which occupies a large part of Mount Rainier’s southwestern face. The wheelchair-accessible portion of Skyline Trail leads to Myrtle Falls, with one of the most iconic views in the park. Take a moderate 1.3-hour hike on Alta Vista Trail through the valley’s wildflowers. From the Paradise Inn, follow Paradise Valley Road, a one-way road providing a winding journey through the wildflower-filled valley. Delight in summer’s pastels and autumn’s brilliant oranges, yellows and reds. Head east of Paradise Valley to Inspiration Point, a scenic overlook offering awe-inspiring views of Mount Rainier and the Tatoosh Range beyond. In sun and snow, Paradise is a great place to visit year-round. Weather necessitates seasonal closures of some areas. Check with the National Park Service to see what’s open during your visit. ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.ca/deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_602168) - Paradise Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Paradise ![Paradise Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22240000/22234000/22233997/8d0e2ee1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Paradise Inn 52807 Paradise Rd E Ashford WA Stay at this hotel in Ashford. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Mount Rainier National Park and Paradise ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (136 reviews) Great historical hotel, beautiful place, really enjoyed staying there. Great location, so close to lots of trails, amazing park. What I did not like much: quality and variety of meals at the restaurant was not great. The hotel has just one restaurant, it is expensive, but the meals are not good enough ... Reviewed on Dec 1, 2024 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F03%2F2026&endDate=08%2F03%2F2026&selected=22233997&PinnedHotelID=22233997&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=602168) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F03%2F2026&endDate=08%2F03%2F2026&selected=22233997&PinnedHotelID=22233997&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=602168) ![Paradise Village Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27240000/27236800/27236729/79dde70c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Paradise Village Hotel 31811 WA-706 Ashford WA CA $146 CA $161 total Feb 22 - Feb 23 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Ashford. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a sauna. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (681 reviews) Place was beautiful and hosts are very nice. Language is a bit of a barrier but everyone is welcoming and accommodate. The whole place was really clean and decor was beautiful. The stares are a hit dangerous i did fall coming down wearing socks, so be careful. Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=27236729&PinnedHotelID=27236729&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=602168) ![Gateway Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5060000/5058700/5058672/63e1f4f2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Gateway Inn 38820 State Route 706 East Ashford WA Book a stay at this family-friendly cabin in Ashford. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping, and a snack bar/deli. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ... 7.2/10 Good! (1,794 reviews) Great service, location next to the park entrance, very quiet in the inside, loved the fireplace. Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F03%2F2026&endDate=08%2F03%2F2026&selected=5058672&PinnedHotelID=5058672&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=602168) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F03%2F2026&endDate=08%2F03%2F2026&selected=5058672&PinnedHotelID=5058672&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=602168) [See all 574 properties in Paradise](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026®ionId=602168) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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Popular attractions Lake Christine Trailhead and Lake Christine are located nearby. 9.2/10 Wonderful! (40 reviews) It was a cozy place and we felt pretty good about it. The only problem was that the heater couldn't warm it up. We had to use the wood stove and the wood burned really fast so it was not real comfortable from a temperature standpoint. I have told the owners this. Overall, it was a great place and ... Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Ashford-Hotels-Rustic-Studio-Cabin.h104248909.Hotel-Information) ![Rivers Edge A River Front cabin with Majestic Mountain View’s](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57350000/57346900/57346810/5d393fad_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rivers Edge A River Front cabin with Majestic Mountain View’s Ashford WA Stay at this cabin in Ashford. Enjoy laundry facilities, in-room washers/dryers, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Allen Memorial Forest and Ashford ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (299 reviews) Really liked the location, being right on the river, sitting in the hot tub listening to the river at night. It was a great spot for the two of us to stay at while doing snowshoeing up at paradise. Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Ashford-Hotels-Rivers-Edge-A-River-Front-Cabin-With-Majestic-Mountain-Views.h57346810.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Paradise](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=602168&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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Discover the mountain views and coffeehouses in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/White-Pass-Sports-Hut-Packwood.d553248621532650700.Vacation-Attraction) ![Ashford showing a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635810227531/7cfe05c4-8777-459b-b0f5-5da64dd3724c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Narada Falls If you're lucky, a rainbow will stretch across the tiers of this scenic waterfall next to the highway. Climb up the adjacent nature trail. [](https://expedia.ca/Narada-Falls-Paradise.d553248635810227531.Vacation-Attraction) ![Packwood Lake, Washington state](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532650699/9dd0477a-b7a0-48de-a2b6-c84d0e8d5b2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Backbone Lake Trail You can take time to visit Backbone Lake Trail during your travels to Packwood. Discover the mountain views and coffeehouses in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Backbone-Lake-Trail-Packwood.d553248621532650699.Vacation-Attraction) ![A flowing stram surrounded by greenery on the Silver Falls Loop Trail, WA.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532650713/2b8baf11-1e90-412a-b711-b7d53f119520.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Grove of the Patriarchs Loop You can take time to visit Grove of the Patriarchs Loop during your travels to Packwood. Wander the forest or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.ca/Grove-Of-The-Patriarchs-Loop-Packwood.d553248621532650713.Vacation-Attraction) ![Last Days of Summer #adventure #colorful #nature #hiking #backpacking #pnw](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/639918115913203712/b507d5c2-7e30-4383-9444-7e6ae02a34c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Packwood Lake Trailhead You can take time to visit Packwood Lake Trailhead during your travels to Packwood. Amble around this family-friendly area's parks, or seek out the hiking trails. [](https://expedia.ca/Packwood-Lake-Trailhead-Packwood.d639918115913203712.Vacation-Attraction) #### Ohanapecosh Visitor Center Explore the great outdoors at Ohanapecosh Visitor Center, a lovely green space in Packwood. Amble around this family-friendly area's parks, or seek out the hiking trails. [](https://expedia.ca/Ohanapecosh-Visitor-Center-Packwood.d553248635998150145.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Paradise Area](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47473119/e2ff89cd-a3b5-4851-996f-c7db06d7254a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Rainier National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour CA $23 per traveller [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/mount-rainier-national-park-self-guided-audio-tour.a47473119.activity-details) ![1-Day Mount Rainier National Park Tou](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1965943/67c37306-d6fb-4789-9c30-c5081db7d29f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Small Group Mount Rainier National Park One-Day Tour from Seattle CA $202 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/small-group-mount-rainier-national-park-one-day-tour-from-seattle.a1965943.activity-details) ![Mt. 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