WHAT NO ONE TELLS YOU ABOUT MOUNT RAINIER 🏔

[@ratta_tat]

A couple of tips from a resident that lives close to the park? Get up and get to the park EARLY. If you need to, buy your pass a day ahead or for a block of time. We have an annual NP pass. It's the best. The gates are open 24/7. There are kiosks if the station isn't manned. It's the honor system...and your karma. Pack food and drinks for the day. Saves a ton of time and money. If you really want to see the whole mountain, loosely plan a day or two when the weather will be the best and then head up. This is tough with people's schedules but when the mountain is out..... you'll love it. Or do what we do most of the year and enjoy the rain and snow and fog!. Did I mention going early? I'm glad you liked it so much!!

[@RunTheAtlas]

Thank you - great to hear tips from a local!

[@chrisriley7915]

Hi, i am planning to go to Mt Ranier in March 2023 and i was wondering if you have any suggestions for trails that would be open?

[@ratta_tat]

@@chrisriley7915 the Nisqually entrance is the only entrance open in the winter. Also, the park has gone to a weekend only schedule for anything above Longmire. With that said, Rampart Ridge is nice. That starts just across from Longmire. A section of the Wonderland trail cuts through that area as well. Everything low is mostly in the trees but that's not a bad thing. If weather permits, the trail to Comet Falls is fun and the falls are awesome! If you want to see the deep snow, wait until the weekend. It will be crowded but the amount of snow is pretty stunning and if it's a clear day, the views are some of the best in the world. Check the park website for entrance information. Also, the WTA website is a good source of trail beta. It's usually up to date.

[@ratta_tat]

Correction: the Nisqually entrance is the only entrance from the west that's open to cars. On the southwest side, where I live, the Stevens canyon entrance is an option but the Grove of the Patriarchs is not accessible now because of last year's floods. There is a nice, easy hike over this side called Silver Falls. The falls are usually roaring in March but it's a pretty long drive if you're coming from the Seattle/Tacoma direction. Let me know if you have any specific questions.

[@성현주-d3j]

@@ratta_tat Thanks for the tips! I’m planning to visit Mt.Rainer in August… from South Korea. 1. Can you tell me more about ‘EARLY’? When does the visiter center or gateway open in summer? I’d like to see the Reflection lake at dawn. 2. Can I buy NP pass anywhere in town like Ashford? Or should I order it online? 3. One more critical thing.. is it safe for a solo female(but strong) hiker? :)

[@randywarnock2937]

We have lived in the PNW for 70 years and visited Mount Rainier ever so many times. When our kids were teenagers we hiked the 90-100 mile Wonderland Trail all the way around the mountain. I climbed Mt. Rainier 3x and drank a bottle of Rainier beer on the summit. I have also winter camped on frozen Reflection Lake plus built a snow cave.

[@asmrdadbod2483]

I was stationed at fort Lewis, and loved being able to see Mount rainier in the distance, every morning

[@prasannasreeraamakrishnan717]

One of my favorite parts of living in Seattle is being able to see Mt. Ranier from many places in the area.

[@SherlockHoles2012]

Same here. All I gotta do is step out into the park by my house and there it is!

[@leeroschen3779]

One thing I would like to add about Mt. Rainer. On U.S. Highway 97 in south central Washington about 7 miles north of the Columbia River is a viewpoint where 4 mountains can be seen at once: Mt. Hood, Mt. St. Helens, Mt. Adams, and of course Mt. Rainer. From this viewpoint, Mt. Rainer stands in all its grandeur a whopping 85 miles away! My wife, daughter, and I were at this viewpoint on April 22, 2024, and we were fortunate that we had a clear, sunny day.

[@grego805]

Mountains? Is that what you call them? It’s sad we all live life with our eyes closed to the truth. They are what’s left of the biggest tree on the planet, now referred to as the Colombia plateau. Yes it is obviously a tree stump. All around it are bits of it macerated into waste heaps. Open your eyes and look around. There are no volcanos! You can’t get to the sky by digging down . No matter where you are China is east north

[@ameliavillanueva8883]

😍. Can you share a picture? I’m visiting in a couple weeks. Can’t wait !!

[@cecelia1350]

I’m glad I watched this, I’m going in April and was going to bring my light winter coat but may bring my heavier coat instead.

[@davewright117]

I summited Mt. Rainier in 2003. It was a great trip with some amazing views especially from the top. Too many people on the mountain even back then, I can't even imagine how crowded it gets now

[@zenwilds2911]

June is still Spring/late winter. Best time to see Mount Rainier is late August/early September. That is peak summer.

[@MIZK0NG]

What amazing tips!! Thank you!! I’ll be visiting from CA with my sister for an extended weekend in May so this is a perfect guide ❤

[@joebruno2119]

Was there a few hours ago. Can’t believe how beautiful that place is. That’s the definition of a Forrest

[@tomscheffer824]

These are all good tips. However, people should know it's also very seasonal and weather dependent. It looks like you hiked the park. When I went it was May and we hiked up to Camp Muir, which I believe is 10,500-11,000ft. The remaining trip to the summit requires passes and special climbing gear. My recommendations would be if you're doing what I did, to pack light and efficient. A good pair of hiking boots, hiking sticks, backpack with protein bars and water is all you'll really need. But, don't forget sunblock, sunglasses, and gators to go over your boots to keep the snow out. One other thing is a way to get back down. You can hike it but, after the accent you'll more than likely be pretty whipped. So, skis or a little sled will help immeasurably.

[@freerangesquad]

Thanks for the helpful tips! Looking forward to visiting the park today!

[@jerryle7]

Thanks for sharing. Very informative, I will be visiting in next month

[@RunTheAtlas]

Glad it was helpful! Enjoy the 🏔️

[@aygraef8549]

It’s magnificent. We just visited Mt Rainer a few days ago

[@marina12345678911000]

How was the weather? Was it cold? Does it still have some snow? We are visiting in a week) Thanks in advance!

[@t4elyse]

Another helpful tip to this magical place is, mid July and August are when the mass bloom starts of the wildflowers and it is incredible! If you think what Heaven should look like. This is the place! Defiantly go early or you may not get a parking spot at Paradise.

[@RunTheAtlas]

The wildflowers are gorgeous in Rainier!

[@joselarralde3364]

Was just there and the Wildflowers were magical on a clear day when the mountain is out!

[@NicCageForPresident2024]

I live right by Mount Rainier and it is beautiful in mid-to-late summer I love going up to Mowich lake

[@csteve11]

Go early or later in the day. I have spent many fantastic evenings hiking much less crowded trails. The opportunity to spot wildlife is really good in the evenings as well. Hiking with limited snow starts after July 4th and goes up to early October.

[@RunTheAtlas]

Thanks for the tips!

[@beverlybeisgen3822]

Last year we visited Mt Ranier at Paradise on July 4 and they had 6 feet of snow July 1 so we couldn’t walk the trails- too slippy. Still beautiful though and had my third encounter with Clarks nutcrackers landing n my hands for food. We spent the night at Paradise I think in June 2014 and it was 90 degrees- no air conditioning. It was so hot for sleeping but the wildflowers were everywhere, the mountain was out and we saw tons of deer and marmots. It was magical. On one visit in March we never saw the mountain as it rained the while time and the clouds covered the mountain- we only saw it on the airplane on the way home. I feel lucky to have had the chance to visit this great mountain.

[@hli1787]

This was such an informative video! Mom and kids going, so we need the tips!

[@luisriegelsberger8868]

we watched this video in our English lesson at German school. T now we write a big test about it :)

[@bridgetloggan1856]

Hence our statement of “the mountain is out today!” Welcome to the PNW! ❤😄

[@dimitriosvasilakis2663]

Excellent presentation of the mountain! Thank you for all the info and tips. Hope some day I 'll be able to visit this paradise and climb to the summit. Lots of love from Greece!

[@RunTheAtlas]

Thank you! Hope you get a chance to visit Mt Rainier too!

[@kevinlong2074]

Majestic is a good word to describe the scenery it's one of those views you will never forget

[@nancysmith-baker1813]

Very good information thankyou .

[@mr.diablo...dominguez9704]

I love the outdoors especially sight seeing traveling but y'all do such awesome jobs at recording everything to thanks

[@jvee2901]

I love the approach to SEA-TAC from the south you can see 4 volcanoes. Have rhe phone or camera ready if you are on the left side window seat.

[@MauriceTramble]

In Seattle it looks so close but it’s sooo far away

[@jamesleyda365]

Washington State is one of the most awesome and beautiful places on Earth..... Sadly vary underrated, or maybe that is a good thing. Also mt St Helens, Adams, Baker, Glacier Peak are crazy badass peaks in WA

[@RunTheAtlas]

I totally agree! It’s an outdoor lovers state

[@annem8152]

USUALLY in June, you won't see that much snow on the road to Paradise. The road to Sunrise is higher in elevation and opens later, usually in July. Also, Tacoma is MUCH closer to the mountain than Seattle and Puyallup is even closer to it. The mountain makes it's own weather, so dressing in layers is usually a good plan.

[@emilym.8399]

This is why you hike MT Rainer in July and august. You don’t deal with rain and Un melted snow packs from winter.

[@scottprather5645]

Sounds good let's go on a hike together👍 you well match the beautiful scenery

[@RunTheAtlas]

Thanks 👍

[@scottprather5645]

👍sooo beautiful up there haven't seen the park in person yet. unquestionably one of the master works of nature A reflection of the beauty of the spirit world also nice when we as humans reflect this beauty.

[@wncjan]

I only visited Mt. Rainier once 15 years ago. Unfortunately I shared your experience as there was heavy rain and fog all the time I was there. But at another occasion I got a nice photo from a distance of around 80 miles east of the mountain 😀

[@beltrangaby82]

share?

[@TheKendall28]

Lot's of Sasquatch up there. Be careful

[@einundsiebenziger5488]

Lots* (plural, no apostrophe)

[@peterosborne9101]

Great video

[@RunTheAtlas]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@spiritualfoodchannel2040]

🙏 Thank you for information.

[@spiritualfoodchannel2040]

Thank you 🌹

[@mrjon75]

I LOVE Mt. Rainier! AKA Tahoma, Tacoma, etc. I used to live in Renton WA and a few times rode my touring Harley to Paradise, got my hiking boots out of a saddlebag, and walked up the big parking lot to Skyline Trail. In the summer, it's like a God Damned Disney movie up there. Think gorgeous happy flowers, silly happy critters, mountains on top of mountains, streams, clouds in the mountains but below you.... Go in summer, wear actual hiking boots, bring a huge Fuji water, a camera, and leave all day open. And don't try to climb Rainier, hike Skyline and LOOK at Rainier and everything else. Sorry lady, but it was perfect weather everytime I went lol.

[@elisabethseeger5837]

This information is old now. It is very hard to get to these places this year the Steven’s Canyon Road is closed and Grove of the Patriarchs is closed for the foreseeable future. You need to be at your destination by 7am very limited parking.

[@RunTheAtlas]

The Grove of the Patriarchs is temporarily closed while they fix or replace the bridge. It will be back eventually and this info still stands!

[@kriskabin]

June 2023: Amazing 5G/ All-bars internet in Paradise parking lots. Overnight parking is allowed in the Paradise west lot. Clean/quiet stealth "camping" only though! ( Be respectful, or this privilege will be lost.) Yes, the weather is dynamic here. Yesterday was mild & sunny with mostly clear views of Mt.Rainier. Today, it's in the 30s & 40s, & the mountain has been completely hidden by clouds/fog.

[@DougHanson2769]

Takes about two plus hours but it feels like two weeks - driving around and around.

[@patsalas5452]

Great video..the Whittaker bunkhouse is named for jim and lou Whittaker who ran the climbing school. I worked at the national park inn at longmire summers 1969 and 1970..it was one of my most favorite places ever ❤☺

[@RunTheAtlas]

Oh wow! What was the park like back then? Has it changed much?

[@patsalas5452]

@@RunTheAtlas 🤗 the inn at longmire had a cafeteria ..4 of us served..there was a gas station next to the inn and then there were our cabins..I grew up in san Diego but went to college in Washington so it was a very fun summer job for 2 years..everything thing else seems much untouched..as it should be..my first taste of hiking and backpacking ❤❤ I hope you have many more splendid adventures 😄✌

[@willardwooten9582]

YOU MISSED IT !!! I live 25 miles away and the tail end of June Mt. Rainier lost 30% of snow & ice in only 4 days according to satellite photos because of our 100+ when it normal to be mid 70s also the snow is usually here in July on a lot of trails. Laying on the couch I can see Rainier so close as a bird flies its 10-15 miles away nothing but tree tops and 3/4 of Rainier . July & August are the hottest months but also crowded where Sept it sunny but cooler in the Cascades with cold nights. As a teenager I rode my 10 speed from Tacoma to Paradise , I have been to the top in mid 70s . I grew up knowing the Whitaker Brothers thru their ski shop in Lakewood in the 60s and until this last September my niece was manager of Whitaker Mountaineering in Ashford .

[@SIKHRAJ-1699]

How’s April month to travel?

[@GregInEastTennessee]

Nice video. Luckily, I got to see the mountain while I was there. I had to wait 20 minutes or so for a break in the clouds. You forgot to mention the cost of admission to the park. I thought it was outrageous!

[@willardwooten9582]

At the moment The Grove of Patriarch is closed due to damage to bridge as of flooding from our recent storms.

[@urielavelar7780]

Hi what time in the month did you go? I was thinking of a mid august trip but not sure if it it would be as green or much water from rivers and falls? when do you recommend? thanks :)

[@urielavelar7780]

Also how many days do you think we will need for hikinh and good around stay at the park visiting most places

[@RunTheAtlas]

We went at the end of June. There's been a heatwave, but there definitely is still snow at the top of Rainier. Summer is the recommended time to come.

[@RunTheAtlas]

It depends on what hike you do! We only did beginner / moderate hikes which didn't take long at all. You will see waterfalls and views a few minutes into your hike. However, if you are summiting Rainier, or doing any strenuous hikes - I recommend researching it in depth.

[@swayjaayy5495]

Its stays green all summer long

[@LKSS100583]

Has anyone visited this place in first week of October? What’s the weather like at that time?

[@leestamm3187]

Generally cooling weather during October, with chilly nights, and snow always a possibility at elevations of 5,000 ft or higher, particularly later in the month. Peak high country fall colors are typically early in the month. If you hit a spell of clear weather, early October is a great time to hike.

[@dabsd3802]

nice explanation, how can we visit these places if you don't have your own car ?

[@RunTheAtlas]

Try Evergreen Escapes if you don't have a car

[@kriskabin]

I see big tour busses & shuttle van companies bringing ppl up. However, if you have your own vehicle that you can sleep in, it might be better. ( Cloudy weather might block your view of the mnt, so if you can stay more than one day, you might get lucky & see it on a clear day. )

[@chrisdemarco1628]

Was all of your footage filmed in June? We're visiting the first week of June this year and I'm wondering how much the weather will impact it in terms of road closures and inaccessible trails and such.

[@RunTheAtlas]

Yes it was filmed in June, there can definitely still be snow at the top during this time!

[@r.awilliams9815]

As a life-long resident of the area, I'd reinforce point #7...don't ever take Mt. Rainier lightly. It is, by far, the most dangerous mountain in the USA, with the body count to prove it. Like most if not all of the area's residents, I love Mt. Rainier, but I'm also aware the mountain doesn't love me back.

[@RunTheAtlas]

Thank you! Great to hear from a local 😀

[@williamclackum1844]

Mt Rainier is not currently and active Volcano. Its currently dorment but after a recent quake, they are monitoring for any activity. Helens on the other hand IS an active volcano.

[@RunTheAtlas]

No, Mount Rainer is an active volcano. Read about it www.nps.gov/mora/index.htm

[@ralphwatson7036]

August wildflowers!

[@RunTheAtlas]

Yes they are so beautiful

[@milenalavinas]

Hello ! what month did you go?

[@RunTheAtlas]

June!

[@dianareyes7213]

Is it okay to go there beginning of Sept?

[@RunTheAtlas]

Yes you should be fine! Just keep all the precautions I mentioned in mind. The most years, the area is usually snow-free from about mid-July through late September.

[@kelseyrose5909]

What trail is the waterfall you showed?

[@RunTheAtlas]

The one with the bridge is Christine Falls, and the big one is Narada Falls.

[@tramyn6596]

@@RunTheAtlas Is it sunrise or paradise entrance? Thanks!

[@opaarthib15]

3:58 Wi-Fi and internet is not exactly same thing. You can have internet through your cellphone network without wifi if your phone has signals. There's no internet or no cell signal would be more accurate to say 😘

[@RunTheAtlas]

Yes “no service” is what I meant. Your phone turns into a brick throughout most of this park.

[@opaarthib15]

@@RunTheAtlas That can be very frustrating sometimes. 2 years ago I was almost lost in Ansel Adams wilderness. Learned my lesson since then I download offline maps before I go anywhere.

[@kriskabin]

FYI: There's outstanding internet service in the Paradise parking lots; 5G All-bars.

[@pokerdiver123]

Worth going in jan...feb?

[@RunTheAtlas]

The landscape will be blanketed in snow and many roads will be closed for snow. From their website: The road between Longmire and Paradise is open on weekends and closes nightly. It reopens in the morning once the road has been plowed.

[@gradyrubambura8802]

I when there today but I make you turn 10 minutes before sunrise place i m so scared drive

[@prasadbhojak]

Is this place visitable with infants and stroller ?

[@RunTheAtlas]

The visitors centers and easy hikes are fine, but a lot of hikes don’t even allow dogs - very slippery and rocky terrain.

[@zorazorazorzzora8333]

65 hikers have gone missing on Mt Rainer …. Trying to understand the depth and scale of the place

[@stellarcubicbeam7760]

Things are looking for someone.

[@rvpcqp]

No WiFi..? Did you mean cell service 🤔

[@RunTheAtlas]

Yes! No cell service

[@stellarcubicbeam7760]

Do not go into any national forest or deep woods in general with out a personal locator beacon.

[@anonymousanonymous1782]

Has it been active

[@a1t7mn98]

Bro I’ve been in mount rainer sense I was born and I have never been to mt.rainer national park

[@joshfrench6426]

Great getaway from the Seattle cesspool

[@dwightmcqueen5771]

Wow she's beautiful

[@DougHanson2769]

It’s not an active Volcano. Mt S. Helens is active

[@helenpetersen7174]

Also, the "to go" food, don't just throw your trash about, keep this park clean and don't be a turd. :D Just saying, eat at the restaurant, mind that there really are bears and cougar in those hills too. They like people food and will smell it on you and your tent.

[@DougHanson2769]

Wi-Fi is no longer limited anywhere near this Mountain

[@swayjaayy5495]

Its not "Whit takers". Its Whit ta kers. I grew up knowing the Whitakers and my parents went to school with one of them.

[@RunTheAtlas]

Thanks for clarifying!

[@rongreen5181]

Samsquanch

[@DougHanson2769]

Just had to say that for dramatic purposes. Jesus

[@AlexandruVataman]

I like your lips ma’am 👄

[@wackyantman5893]

Yeah..A massively overdue volcano 😂

[@calebweissraaberg2813]

That wasnt alot of info for an 8 min vid.

[@louisarmstrong8863]

blah blah blah get to the point!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Genny50]

The giant man eating eagles too