Mount Rainier news
All the on-the-ground news from Mount Rainier: closures, conditions, reopenings and alerts that help you plan your visit.
Mount Rainier: Road Open to Paradise, Uphill Gate Closes at 3 p.m.
The road to Paradise is open. All vehicles must carry tire chains. The Longmire gate closes to uphill travel at 3 p.m. and downhill travel at 4 p.m.
Mount Rainier By Victoria Boissonade
Mount Rainier: Three Roads to Leave Off Your Driving Route This Winter
Three roads at Mount Rainier are currently closed for winter, with bicycle access possible under certain conditions, so plan your route accordingly.
Mount Rainier By Victoria Boissonade
Mount Rainier: Nisqually Entrance closed overnight for SR 706 work
Mount Rainier's Nisqually Entrance closes for one night to fix SR 706. Use the Stevens Canyon Entrance and SR 123 on the east side instead.
Mount Rainier By Victoria Boissonade
Mount Rainier: Fryingpan Creek Bridge Faces Years of Construction
Since September 28, 2026, the Fryingpan Creek bridge has been under construction at Mount Rainier, a multiyear project that may disrupt access to this part of the park.
Mount Rainier By Victoria Boissonade
Mount Rainier: Fryingpan Creek bridge, major construction spring 2027, Summerland closed
Construction of the new Fryingpan Creek bridge begins spring 2027; this fall brings tree removal, a closed Summerland lot, and possible delays on White River Road.
Mount Rainier By Victoria Boissonade
Mount Rainier: Pinnacle Peak Trail Closed by Wildfire
An active wildfire has closed the Pinnacle Peak Trail and the surrounding area in the south of the park until further notice.
Mount Rainier By Victoria Boissonade
Mount Rainier: Ohanapecosh Area Closed for Construction
Ohanapecosh Campground and all its services are closed for the duration of construction, so plan a backup base for your Mount Rainier trip.
Mount Rainier By Victoria Boissonade
