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# Paradise

## Travel Guide

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## 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.

- Paradise Hotel Deals
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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 Mount ...

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

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Paradise Village Hotel

31811 WA-706 Ashford WA

CA $159

CA $175 total

Apr 16 - Apr 17

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! (690 reviews)

Nice area.near by mountain rainner

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Packwood Lodge

13807 U.S. Highway 12 Packwood WA

CA $179

CA $197 total

Apr 12 - Apr 13

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Stay at this lodge in Packwood. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...

9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)

We did two separate nights here and loved it. Great value for having a private cabin to ourselves. Property was beautiful, clean, and peaceful. Cabins were individually decorated, but both had the lovely warm feel of a cabin with the wood floor and walls. Beds were comfortable and the jetted tub ...

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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 ...

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Seemed unfinished supposed to be kitchette but no way to cook . Had no plates, cutlery couldn't use stove or oven

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Cozy studio cabin less than a mile to Mt. Rainier entrance.

 Ashford WA

Stay at this cabin in Ashford. Enjoy in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Lake Christine Trailhead and Lake Christine are located nearby.

9.4/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)

We absolutely loved our stay in this little cabin. It was perfect for the 2 of us

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Copper Creek Inn at Mt Rainier

35707 SR 706 E Ashford WA

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8.4/10 Very Good! (164 reviews)

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#### White Pass Sports Hut

Take the family on an outing to White Pass Sports Hut during your trip to Packwood. Discover the mountain views and coffeehouses in this relaxing area. 

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#### 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.

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#### 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 family-friendly area. 

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#### Grove of the Patriarchs Loop

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#### Packwood Lake Trailhead

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#### 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. 

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### Things to do

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#### Mount Rainier National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

CA $23

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#### Small Group Mount Rainier National Park One-Day Tour from Seattle

CA $203

per adult

**90%** of travellers recommend

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#### Mt. Rainier National Park Highlights Tour

CA $205

per adult

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## Cities near Paradise

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### Ashford

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### Packwood

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