From Portland to Mt. Rainier Tour in a Small Group

Experience a guided small group tour from Portland to Mt. Rainier, offering personalized attention and scenic exploration of the iconic national park.

Overview

Itinerary

1. Mount Rainier National Park

   We’ll stop to have a light breakfast outdoors on our way to the Park entrance. Your guide will combine group preferences, weather considerations, mixed ecosystems and highlights, crowd avoidance, and more to create a lovely day.

2. Narada Falls

   This magical waterfall – and popular Mt. Rainier tourist attraction – is located on the road from Longmire to Paradise, just one mile west of the entrance to the Paradise area. At 176 feet high, the falls have two distinct features: the top tier, and tallest at 159 feet is a horsetail fall, so described because it has multiple channels down the rock face.

3. Henry M. Jackson Visitor Center

   Perched in the Paradise area of Mount Rainier National Park, the Henry M. Jackson Visitor Center is your gateway to understanding the mountain before you explore it. Step inside to browse hands-on exhibits covering Rainier's glaciers, geology, and wildlife, then catch a short park film that sets the scene perfectly. Rangers are on hand to answer questions, suggest trails, and help you make the most of your time on the mountain. Grab a bite at the snack bar — the window seats offer an unobstructed view straight up to Rainier's summit — and pick up a souvenir or trail map at the gift shop before heading out. Just outside, the Skyline Trail and other popular routes begin within easy walking distance of the parking lot.

4. Reflection Lakes,

   Reflection Lakes is located along Stevens Canyon Road which is open to vehicles during the summer season, typically from June-September.

   This popular destination is named for lakes that reflect views of Mount Rainier. During the summer, hikers must stay on trails at all times to protect the delicate subalpine meadows around the lake. Boating and fishing is not permitted in Reflection Lakes. During the winter, snowshoers and hikers can still access the area and winter camp around the snow-covered lake.

5. Portland

   Head Back To Portland and drop off locations

Know before you go

• Stroller / pram accessible
• Public transportation is nearby

Pickup, meeting point & start times