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Waterfalls in Mount Rainier National Park

Mount Rainier National Park landscape photograph
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Mount Rainier National Park is a national park of the United States located in southeast Pierce County and northeast Lewis County in the U.S. state of Washington. The park was established on March 2, 1899, as the fourth national park in the United States, preserving 236,381 acres including all of Mount Rainier, a 14,410-foot (4,390 m) stratovolcano. The mountain rises abruptly from the surrounding land with elevations in the park ranging from 1,600 feet to over 14,000 feet (490–4,300 m). The highest point in the Cascade Range, Mount Rainier is surrounded by valleys, waterfalls, subalpine meadows, and 91,000 acres of old-growth forest. More than 25 glaciers descend the flanks of the volcano, which is often shrouded in clouds that dump enormous amounts of rain and snow.

Source: Wikipedia — “Mount Rainier National Park”

62 documented waterfalls in Mount Rainier National Park

Every named waterfall we've catalogued inside the park boundary, sorted by popularity. Click through for height, access, photos, live streamflow, and seasonal guidance.

Plan your visit

For fees, hours, current alerts, lodging, and downloadable maps, the National Park Service is the authoritative source. We link directly so you always see the freshest info.

When the park is busy

1,660,000 visitors per year (2023-2024 average). Peak is Aug, quietest is Jan.

Showing typical monthly distribution for parks with similar climate. Plan around the peak if you want fewer crowds — shoulder months often have the same scenery without the wait.

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Source: NPS IRMA Visitor Use Statistics. Annual total reflects 2023-2024 average; monthly shape is climate-modeled.

Questions visitors ask

Is there a fee to enter Mount Rainier National Park?

Yes. Mount Rainier National Park charges an entrance fee that varies by vehicle type and pass. The America the Beautiful annual pass covers most National Parks. See the official NPS fee page for current amounts: https://www.nps.gov/moun/index.htm/planyourvisit/fees.htm

How many waterfalls are in Mount Rainier National Park?

We've documented 62 named waterfalls inside the park boundary using OpenStreetMap, USGS GNIS, and point-in-polygon checks against the official NPS boundary.

What's the best time of year to see waterfalls in Mount Rainier National Park?

We don't have season data on enough waterfalls inside Mount Rainier National Park yet to recommend a window.

Can I bring my dog to Mount Rainier National Park?

Most National Parks restrict dogs to developed areas (parking lots, paved roads, campgrounds) and prohibit them on most trails. Check the park's specific pet policy before visiting: https://www.nps.gov/moun/index.htm/planyourvisit/pets.htm

What are Mount Rainier National Park's hours?

Mount Rainier National Park is generally open 24/7, but visitor centers, roads, and specific facilities have their own hours and seasonal closures. Always check current conditions: https://www.nps.gov/moun/index.htm/planyourvisit/conditions.htm

Answers cross-reference official NPS pages and our point-in-polygon dataset. NPS is authoritative for fees, hours, and current conditions — always click through before driving.