Accessibility

A group of handcyclists enjoy Westside Road.

NPS Photo

 

For People With...

• Physical or Mobility Needs
• Blindness or Low Vision
• Deafness or Hearing Loss
• Neurodiversity

The National Park Service is committed to making Mount Rainier National Park more accessible. Many facilities are over 100 years old and accessibility is not always ideal. Through an on-going self-assessment and transition plan, Mount Rainier National Park has identified and is working toward eliminating barriers to accessibility. Extra obstacles may be encountered because of the remote, wilderness nature of the park. Facilities described as accessible do not necessarily comply fully with federal standards and some accessible facilities are not marked with the international symbol.

 

Visiting the Park

Driving

At Mount Rainier National Park, the elevation of the road ranges from 1,880 feet (573m) to 6,400 feet (1950m). The roads are winding and steep, and weather can change rapidly. Check the conditions before visiting.

Cell Service

There is very little cell service throughout the park; GPS is not reliable. Paradise is the only area with consistent coverage. Prepare by downloading offline maps or using paper maps. Check the road and trail conditions and review any alerts before you come.

Access Pass

The Access Pass is a free, lifetime, non-transferable pass for US citizens or permanent residents with permanent disabilities.

• Admits pass holder and others in the same vehicle to federal recreation sites that charge entrance fees
• Provides discounts on camping

To order an Access Pass online, upload documentation of permanent disability and residency or citizenship. To get an Access Pass in person, find a location with available passes.

Printable Mount Rainier Accessibility Guide

Two versions (one in large print) of the Mount Rainier Accessibility Guide are available for download and printing:

• Mount Rainier Accessibility Guide (59 pages)
• Mount Rainier Accessibility Guide (large print) (76 pages)

NPS Mobile App

The NPS App is accessible and includes alt text for images. Mount Rainier National Park does not have cell service in many areas; download the NPS App prior to coming to the park. Features available include:

• Self-guided tours of the Longmire Historic District, Nisqually Vista, Ohanapecosh Hot Springs, Sunrise Geology and Nature Trail, Trail of the Shadows, and more
• Exhibit panel descriptions
• Things to do in the park
• Details about amenities
• News, calendar, and passport stamp locations
• Audio description tours of the visitor centers

Park Brochure

The park brochure is available to download in a variety of formats, including audio description and braille.

Service Animals

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, service animals are allowed on trails and in park facilities if the animal has been trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of an individual with a disability. Therapy animals providing emotional support do not qualify as service animals. Pets are not allowed inside buildings, on trails, or in the backcountry. Learn more about service animals in national parks.

For Your Health

Air Quality

The air resources management program at Mount Rainier includes monitoring, research, and regulatory interaction with local, state and federal agencies. Long-term monitoring programs include monitoring for gaseous pollutants such as ozone, visibility impairment, and atmospheric depositions. For current air quality status visit the air quality webpage.

Medical Information

Call 911 for emergency medical or law enforcement assistance or to report accidents or injuries.

Nearby Hospitals

Closest to the Nisqually Entrance:

Morton Hospital (Arbor Health)
521 Adams Ave.
Morton, WA, 98356
360-496-5112

Good Samaritan Hospital
401 15th Ave SE
Puyallup, WA 98372
253-697-4000

Closest to the White River Entrance:

St. Elizabeth Hospital
1455 Battersby Ave.
Enumclaw, WA 98022
360-802-8800

Closest to the Stevens Canyon Entrance:

Arbor Health Packwood Clinic (Urgent Care)
13051 US Highway 12
Packwood, WA 98361
[phone]

A variety of medical facilities and urgent care centers are also located in nearby cities.

 

Accessibility in Park Areas of Interest

 

 

Federal Relay Service

Voice: 1-866-377-8642
Voice Carry Over: 1-877-877-6280
Speech-to-Speech: 1-877-877-8982
Telebraille: 1-866-893-8340

Accessibility Information

For accessibility-related questions or concerns, please email.