What First-Time Visitors to Mt. Rainier Often Get Wrong (And How to Do It Better)
Visiting Mount Rainier for the first time? The most meaningful experiences almost always come from doing less, not more. Here's what first-time visitors commonly get wrong — from overpacking itineraries to underestimating weather — and the simple shifts that lead to a calmer, more rewarding visit.
Scenic Drives Near the Nisqually Entrance of Mt. Rainier
Not every visit to Mount Rainier needs to start at a trailhead. The Nisqually side offers some of the most scenic driving in the park — waterfalls, old-growth forest, and the stunning road toward Paradise. Here's how to experience the mountain at a gentler, more intentional pace from Fjellsangin.