Mount Rainier National Park
WAVisitor levels at Mount Rainier are sitting at about average for May. The main trailheads and viewpoints will have some company, but nothing unmanageable. There are 2 active closures to be aware of. Check the alerts section below for details. Entry is $30 per vehicle, or free with an America the Beautiful pass.
Last updated May 25, 2026 at 9:18 AM
Active Alerts(5)
Wonderland Trail closed between Narada Falls Trail & Stevens Canyon Road.
Due to unusual bear activity, the Wonderland Trail is temporarily closed between Narada Falls Trail and Stevens Canyon Road.
Expect long lines at entrances on weekends.
Lengthy delays are likely at the southwest park entrance on SR706 on weekends. Check Google Maps for backup (represented by the orange/red line) at link below. Please do not block driveways or roads while in line outside the park.
Melting snow bridges and high streamflows create hazards for hikers, skiers, and snowshoers.
Be aware of hidden- and potentially fatal- hazards created by snow bridges and high streamflows on Mount Rainier.
Ohanapecosh Campground area closed for construction in 2026.
The entire Ohanapecosh Campground area is CLOSED for the duration of the construction project, including all campsites, visitor center, restrooms, picnic area, & Ohanapecosh river access.
SR 165 Carbon River/Fairfax Bridge is closed: no access to Carbon River or Mowich Lake.
There is NO public access to Carbon River & Mowich Lake from SR 165. The bridge is closed to pedestrians, bicycles and vehicles and there is no alternate route.
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