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Glacial valley below towering Mount Rainier. A thin river begins at the end of a rocky glacier.
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Thurston · Mount Rainier National Park

Hike Nisqually Vista Trail

The easy Nisqually Vista trail offers stunning year-round views of Mount Rainier, the Nisqually Glacier, and the Tatoosh mountain range as well as seasonal delights, such as summer wildflowers and fall foliage.

Time needed
45-60 Minutes
Season
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Fees
Park entrance fee required. No additional fees for activity.
Accessibility
The Nisqually Vista Trail is completely paved with sections of moderate grade making up the 200ft of elevation gain. The trail is stroller friendly except for starting with a short stair section, making it inaccessible to wheelchairs. In winter and early spring, the trail is snow covered and often icy. Restrooms in the upper Paradise area open year-round and 24/7.

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Part of Mount Rainier National Park. Conditions change. Check with the managing agency before you travel. Official page.