Mount Rainier National Park News
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SR 410/Chinook and SR 123/Cayuse passes scheduled to reopen May 22
May 14, 2026 | 8:33 am
State Route 410/Chinook Pass and SR 123/Cayuse Pass through Mount Rainier National Park will reopen for the season by 8 a.m. Friday, May 22, in time for Memorial Day weekend.
Public input sought on State Route 410 White River erosion and flood risk reduction project
April 30, 2026 | 12:00 pm
The National Park Service and the Washington State Department of Transportation are seeking public input on a proposed project to reduce flooding and erosion risks to a section of State Route 410 adjacent to the White River in Mount Rainier National Park.
Mount Rainier National Park Will Not Require Timed Entry Reservations in 2026
February 25, 2026 | 1:39 pm
Mount Rainier National Park will not implement a timed entry reservation for any portion of the park in 2026. The park will use parking management strategies to maximize available capacity and remains committed to ensuring visitor access while protecting park resources and maintaining safe, enjoyable experiences.
Recovery of climbers at Mount Rainier National Park
January 22, 2026 | 12:05 pm
Search and rescue operations at Mount Rainier National Park concluded with the recovery of two climbers from the Wilson Glacier area at approximately 9,600 feet in elevation.
Paradise water system and restrooms shut down until further notice
September 14, 2025 | 12:00 am
All water sources at Paradise are shut down at Paradise and Narada Falls including restrooms, water fountains, sinks, etc., after a heavy rain event affected the water system, resulting in a total loss of water.
State Route 123 construction closure within Mount Rainier National Park starts September 2
August 27, 2025 | 1:08 pm
A portion of State Route (SR) 123 located within Mount Rainier National Park will be closed to all vehicles, pedestrians and bicycles from 6:00 am Tuesday, September 2 through 6:30 pm Tuesday, September 30.
Mount Rainier National Park Accepting Commercial Use Authorization Applications via National Park Service Online Portal starting September 1, 2025
July 28, 2025 | 3:54 pm
Superintendent Greg Dudgeon announced today the park will accept Commercial Use Authorization applications through the National Park Service’s new online portal starting September 1, 2025 and Special Use Permits in lieu of Commercial Use Authorizations applications starting October 1, 2025 for Photography Instruction and Guided Mountaineering (formally Single Trip Guided Climb) activities.
Mount Rainier National Park parkwide fire ban goes into effect June 10, 2025
June 9, 2025 | 10:25 am
Mount Rainier National Park will implement a parkwide fire ban beginning Tuesday, June 10. All campfires and the ignition of wood, briquettes, or any fuel in fire pits, fire pans, and barbeque grills will be prohibited. This ban is in place to reduce the risk of human-caused wildland fire.
Mount Rainier National Park seeks public input on proposed Paradise wastewater collection system and treatment plant rehabilitation project
April 16, 2025 | 8:32 am
The National Park Service (NPS) is starting a 30-day civic engagement period to share information and gather public input on a proposed project to rehabilitate a wastewater collection system and treatment plant located in the Paradise area of Mount Rainier National Park.
Mount Rainier National Park urges visitors to be prepared for winter weather
April 9, 2025 | 12:08 pm
Park rangers at Mount Rainier National Park are encouraging visitors to review current weather forecasts and guidance for having a safe and enjoyable visit to the park. Several incidents in March demonstrate the potential hazards of high-elevation activities and the complexity of search and rescue operations in the park. Rescue is not guaranteed.