Paradise and White River roads open at Rainier

Date: June 6, 2020
Contact: Kevin Bacher, Public Information Officer, 360-569-6567


Mount Rainier National Park reopened the Nisqually to Paradise Road in the park’s southwestern corner late in the day on Friday June 5th, Superintendent Chip Jenkins announced today. This expansion provides public vehicle access to the Longmire National Historic District and to Paradise. Limited services will be available, including restrooms and trailheads throughout the corridor. In addition, expanded access is now available on the park’s east side near the White River and Ohanapecosh campgrounds for hiking and picnicking. Overnight use of campgrounds will begin at a later date. Visitor Centers, hotel lodging and developed campgrounds will remain closed until it is safe to reopen them. Recreation on the Upper Mountain above 10,500’ elevation will open on June 19. Public access is expected to expand further during the summer based upon updated risk assessments and staffing availability.