Visit the Paradise Visitor Center to check trail conditions and get suggestions for stunning hikes in the area, which will set the pace for your outdoor adventures.
Drive approximately 45 minutes from Copper Creek Inn to the Paradise parking lot.
Begin your hiking journey with the Nisqually Vista Trail, a 1.2-mile loop that provides breathtaking views of the Nisqually Glacier and is perfect for warming up your legs.
Next, tackle the more challenging Skyline Trail, a 5.5-mile loop that rewards trekkers with panoramic views of Mount Rainier, vibrant wildflowers, and incredible elevation gains.
Begin from the same trailhead as the Nisqually Vista Trail.
Enjoy an easy hike along the Myrtle Falls Trail, a 1-mile round trip that leads to a stunning waterfall with views of Mount Rainier in the backdrop, perfect for more photo opportunities.
Drive to the Myrtle Falls Trailhead, approx 30 minutes from Paradise Inn.
Cap off your day with a delicious dinner at Wildberry Restaurant, enjoying platefuls of hearty dishes such as roasted chicken with seasonal vegetables.
A 30-minute drive back to Ashford will take you to the restaurant.
End your first day enjoying some well-deserved stargazing around Reflection Lakes, where the dark skies showcase the stunning constellation-filled backdrop.
Simply find a nice open area near Reflection Lakes.
Challenge yourself with the Burroughs Mountain Trail, a rugged 9.2-mile round trip hike that rewards you with breathtaking views of the mountain and glacier if you push through to the top.
Embark on the Emmons Vista Trail, a shorter, yet beautiful 3-mile round trip hike that leads you to phenomenal views of the Emmons Glacier, making it the perfect end to a day of hiking.
Drive back towards Sunrise to the Emmons Vista Trailhead.
As the sun sets on your hiking adventures at Mount Rainier, drive back to your lodging, reflecting on the heart of nature you've explored over the past two days.