• Mount Rainier peeks through clouds, viewed across subalpine wildflowers and glacial moraine.

    Mount Rainier

    National Park Washington

For Kids

Young visitor in purple coat, pink snow pants, red mittens, with arms out stretched in the snow.

Enjoying the snow at Paradise

Winter Fun!
Learn more about winter recreation activities at Mount Rainier, including:

  • Snowshoe walks - Ranger-led snowshoe walks on weekends and holidays are a great winter activity recommended for children ages eight and up with their families.
  • Sledding and sliding - Kids have a great time sledding at the snow play area of Mount Rainier. Located at Paradise there are three runs, including one just for the five and under crowd.
  • Winter Camping - Scouts and families test their camping skills in the winter at Paradise. Whether you are building a snow cave or setting up a tent. Check the winter recreation page for how to camp at Mount Rainier during the winter

Summer Sun!
Some trails are accessible for strollers and small children, including:

  • Nisqually Vista (Paradise)
  • Trail of the Shadows (Longmire)
  • Grove of the Patriarchs (near Ohanapecosh)
  • Emmons Vista (Sunrise).

Ask a ranger for additional suggestions.

  • Ranger-led Junior Ranger programs for kids ages 6-11 are offered throughout the park on summer weekends. Have fun while learning about Mount Rainier and earn a Jr. Ranger patch! Check with visitor centers or in the park newspaper for where and when.

 

Mount Rainier Junior Rangers

Hey Kids!

Are you looking to earn your first National Park Junior Ranger badge or add to your collection? Well, Mount Rainier has Junior Ranger books available at all our visitor centers. Complete the activities for your age group, have a ranger review your work and you will be sworn in and issued your official Mount Rainier Junior Ranger badge.

Can't make it to the park or you just want to be the best Junior Ranger you can be? Then check out the WebRangers Program found here!

 

Tell Your Teacher!

Formal education programs are available for school and youth groups. For more information, contact the park's Education Specialist at 360-569-6591 or by e-mail.

Did You Know?

human-food-habituated red fox

Feeding wildlife invites aggressive animal behavior, road accidents, and harm to people.  Feeding birds artificially concentrates nest predators, harming young songbirds.  Feeding animals in the park is prohibited, and is liable to a $100 fine. Follow link to learn how to Keep Wildlife Wild: More...