Basic Snowshoe - Paradise (Mount Rainier)

We will meet at Longmire at 9:30am.

During winter months, the road from Longmire to Paradise closes nightly at the gate at Longmire. Check Twitter for daily road status updates (Twitter account not required to view).

Our exact departure time from Longmire will depend on when the gate is open.

Our route will be  out and back on the Skyline Trail, though we may occasionally meander off the trail to enjoy the snow.

Please be aware that in winter, ALL drivers in Mount Rainier National Park are required to carry snow chains or equivalent traction devices—even if you are driving a 4-wheel or  all-wheel drive vehicle.  Drivers without a 4-wheel or all-wheel drive vehicle may be required to install them at Longmire or beyond. Whittaker Mountaineering in Ashford rents tire chains.

During winter months, the road from Longmire to Paradise closes nightly at the gate at Longmire. Check Twitter for daily road status updates (Twitter account not required to view). Our exact start time will depend on when the gate is open.

Since this activity will be held in a national park either a parks pass (America the Beautiful pass or similar) or payment of a fee is required. If your carpool is paying the park entrance fee, please divide that cost among all passengers. Also, Mountaineers recommended mileage reimbursement for carpooling is a .12 per mile per passenger.

Winter recreation information at Mount Rainier National Park, provided by NPS.