Best of Mount Rainier National Park from Seattle: All-Inclusive Small-Group Tour

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Lovely nature walks in very small groups. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Best of Mount Rainier National Park from Seattle: All-Inclusive Small-Group Tour, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

No two tours with Evergreen Escapes are the same! Our guides craft itineraries that reflect the best of what the Park has to offer that day, including group interests and dynamics. Please note that the itinerary outlined is a SAMPLE of potential destinations that could be included in the tour.

Experience Mount Rainier's highlights on a day tailored to you. Our TripAdvisor "Hall of Fame" guides run the only day tours permitted to explore more than a mile from the park road as the National Park is ecologically important & delicate. The U.S. Park Service restricts other tour companies - our competitors offer "road tours." We are professional nature educators (not just bus drivers) that have dedicated our lives to artful travel.

Our all-inclusive small-group day trip is limited to just 10 travelers.

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At a glance

Duration: 10 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 10 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: Evergreen Escapes Seattle

Ages: Youth (10–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: National Park Entrance fees.
Included: Additional warm clothing available upon request.
Included: Seasonal picnic lunch from a local female owned caterer! We'll find a quiet spot outside (weather permitting) for a picnic and big views of the mountain!
Included: Lots of snacks, sparkling water, and water provided.
Included: Award-winning local naturalist guide!
Included: Tea and coffee: Coffee and/or Tea
Included: Pick-up and drop-off at various downtown Seattle hotels!
Included: Use of snowshoes and poles (during winter months).

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Breakfast
Not included: Dinner

Itinerary

Mount Rainier National Park

one hour Admission included

Stroll through the old-growth forests near Longmire and experience waterfalls and big mountain views as you wind to higher elevations.
Christine Falls Viewpoint

10 min Admission included

Short walk to a postcard view of Christine Falls.
Narada Falls

30 min Admission included

Several waterfalls are accessible by foot along the route up the mountain! Narada Falls is one of our favorites.
Paradise Valley

3 hours Admission included

In the summer, pick wild berries on a sub-alpine hiking trail. In the winter, take advantage of Paradise’s legendary snowfall (and the winter solitude) on an introductory snowshoe trail.
Henry M. Jackson Visitor Center

20 min Admission included

Paradise is home to a world-class visitor's center with interpretive information on the National Park.
Myrtle Falls

30 min Admission included

An impressive waterfall in the midst of Paradise's iconic meadows, Myrtle Falls is at the end of an easily walkable trail with almost constant views of Mt Rainier's peak.
Reflection Lakes

15 min Admission included

A possible stop near Paradise, Reflection Lakes are renowned for the postcard views of Mt Rainier over the mirror-like lake.
Longmire Museum

20 min Admission included

A historic area of Mt Rainier National Park, Longmire is home to its museum, bubbling mineral springs, and trails meandering through the surrounding old-growth forest. The museum is a great stop for souvenirs, cocoa, and a quick bathroom break.
Trail of the Shadows

30 min Admission included

Giant old-growth spruce trees clustered around bubbling mineral springs and views of Mt. Rainier's peak make this short loop trail a favorite among groups visiting the park.
Twin Firs Loop Trail

30 min Admission included

Another favorite in the Longmire Area, Twin Firs boasts massive trees that tower over visitors.
Mount Rainier

Passing by

Experience views of the mountain peak throughout your day. Mt Rainier can be seen from many of our stops.
Seattle

Passing by

We'll drop you off where we picked you up, or a nearby preferred location.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

This is our default meeting location for anyone staying outside of our legal pick up area. We'll meet you outside the front entrance!

End point

This is our default meeting location for anyone staying outside of our legal pick up area. We'll meet you outside the front entrance!

Pickup points

1 Hotel Seattle
Hotel 1000 - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Coast Seattle Downtown Hotel By APA
Quality Inn & Suites Seattle
Palihotel Seattle
Lenora Street Apartment by Stay Alfred
Hotel Max
Hotel Theodore Seattle Downtown, Tapestry by Hilton
Sheraton Grand Seattle
The Alexis Royal Sonesta Hotel Seattle
Hyatt Place Seattle/Downtown
Astra Hotel, Seattle, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

and 57 more pickup points

We'll pick you up where you're staying in Downtown Seattle including hotels and airbnbs!. If you are staying outside our legal pick up zone, we are happy to meet you at our default pick up location—Sheraton Grand (1400 6th Ave). If you're unsure whether your hotel or rental is part of the downtown corridor, give us a call and we can confirm whether your hotel is included!

We also make quick stops near SeaTac Airport or Tacoma when requested.

We will call/text/email the afternoon of the day prior to your tour to confirm your pick-up location and exact pick-up time. No need to check-in before we contact you (unless you have a question, of course!).

Using your ticket

No paper ticket required.

We offer complimentary pick-up and drop-off from any downtown Seattle location (hotel, AirBnB, apartment, etc.). If you've provided phone number or email information in your booking, we'll call/text/email the afternoon of the day prior to your tour to confirm your pick-up location and exact pick-up time. No need to check-in before we contact you (unless you have a question, of course!).

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please wear comfortable shoes suitable for walking. Waterproof boots required October-June. Please reach out to us for rental options.
Warm clothing is recommended during winter months (jacket, sturdy shoes, hat, gloves, layers)
Note: Severe winter weather (rare) may result in road closures and other unpredictable changes to the itinerary - our talented guides adjust accordingly.
If you have dietary restrictions, please inform us at least 48 hours before your tour departure
This is a sample itinerary - depending on the season, we may visit other sections of the Park entirely.
Operates in all weather conditions. Please dress appropriately.
All travelers must be 10 years or older.
This is a public small group tour. There may be other travelers on this tour with you, up to a total of 10 guests.