Road Status - Updated April 6, 2018
This report is updated when conditions change. You may also call the park for current road conditions at 360-569-2211 or check MountRainierNPS on Twitter (account not required to view) for road updates and announcements. Weather can change quickly and affect road conditions, and check for park alerts involving road construction or delays. The park can experience extremely high visitation with long wait times at the entrances and heavy road and parking lot congestion. Plan ahead to avoid summer congestion.
NOTE: All vehicles are required to carry tire chains when traveling in the park during the winter season (Nov 1 - May 1). This requirement applies to all vehicles (including four-wheel drive), regardless of tire type or weather conditions. Review the Tire Chain Frequently Asked Questions for more information or learn more about Winter Recreation at Mount Rainier.
ROAD | STATUS |
Carbon River Road | OPEN to pedestrian and bicycle traffic only No vehicles are permitted beyond the park entrance; bicycle and pedestrian traffic only. |
SR 410/123 (Cayuse Pass) North boundary to south boundary |
CLOSED for the season. Estimated to open for the season May 25, weather dependent. |
SR 410 (Chinook Pass) |
CLOSED for the season. Estimated to open for the season May 25, weather dependent. |
Nisqually Entrance to Longmire | OPEN |
Longmire to Paradise | OPEN - Gate at Longmire closes nightly. Gate Schedule
Depending on conditions, gate may open late, close early, or not open for the day. Check Twitter for updates (Twitter account not required). |
Mowich Lake Road |
CLOSED for the season. Estimated to open for the season June 28, weather dependent. |
Paradise Valley Road | CLOSED for the season. Estimated to open for the season June 29, weather dependent. |
Ricksecker Point Road | CLOSED for the season. Estimated to open for the season May 18, weather dependent. |
Stevens Canyon Road |
CLOSED for the season. Estimated to open for the season May 25, weather dependent. NOTE: Tunnel height limit 12' 6". |
Sunrise Road | CLOSED for the season. Estimated to open for the season June 28, weather dependent.
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Westside Road | CLOSED for the season. Estimated to open for the season April 27, weather dependent.
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White River Road to Campground | CLOSED for the season. Estimated to open for the season May 18, weather dependent. |
Longmire-to-Paradise Winter Road Opening Decision Matrix