In Mount Rainier National Park we drove on the highest paved road in the state of Washington heading up to the Visitor Center. The Sunrise Visitor Center was at an elevation of about 6400 feet (1950 meters). From here you can see Mount Rainier on a clear day. Mount Rainier is a volcano listed as a Decade volcano…one of the 16 volcanoes with the greatest likelihood of causing great loss of life and property if eruptive activity resumes.
Unfortunately, on the day we went the clouds descended on us as we were driving to the top so our ability to get clear pictures was limited.
Once we got a stamp in our National Park Passport book (#natioalparkgeeks) we headed out for a quick selfie. Turns out we were too late😕
The views of other mountains on our descent were spectacular. These pictures don’t do it justice.
We spent hours driving around and through this park (yes, it’s that big). By the end of the day we were on the other side heading to our hotel. If you come here plan for extra time to drive around. The views are worth it.
absolutely breathtaking!
Mount Rainier National Park is indeed a treasure and those photos are great as you made your descent not to mention the fresh air and evergreen aromas around you!
Gorgeous scenery. The trip is probably long and arduous at times, but your memories will be longer and rewarding at all times.
Yes, Jerry. Sometimes traveling can get a bit arduous. But, as you said, we have made some great memories♥️