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Paradise Loop

Mount Rainier National Park, WA
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Ranked #4 of 19 attractions in Mount Rainier National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 7 Reviews
Type: Hiking Trails
Activities: Hiking
Description: A 5 to 6-mile trail with spectacular views of Mt. Rainier.
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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“Spectacular loop”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2012

Paradise loop near the top is the best area to view the scenery. More

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Puyallup, WA
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18 reviews 18 reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“Beautiful Drive”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2012
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If you are into scenery you must go see Paradise Lodge in Mount Rainier National Park. Stop at the lodge get a drink and sit outside. You won't regret it. More

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Yakima, Washington
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35 reviews 35 reviews
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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
“One of the most beautiful places in the USA”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 20, 2012
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You will not believe the beauty of this place (along with a day hike on the mountain). I've been all over the USA (I travel a lot) and this place is one of my favorites if not my favorite. Sheer beauty. If you are in Seattle, don't waste your time going to the other place on the mountain called 'sunrise',... More

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Hawaii
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62 reviews 62 reviews
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20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
“The Ultimate Driving Experience in Mt. Rainier National Park”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 2, 2011
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The views along Paradise Loop are the highlights of the Park. Great place to take a break at the summit to relax and get some refreshments. More

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Seattle, Washington
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15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
“Mountainous Wonder”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 5, 2011
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I packed a lunch, put the top down on my convertible and took four grandaughters on a beautiful drive, stopping to buy cherries, up to Paradise Lodge and Visitors Center. This is a beautiful drive right up to the mountain. Don't forget that if you are a veteran you get in National Parks for free, just sign up for your... More

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Seattle, Washington
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
“Paradise. They didn't name it that without reason.”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed July 28, 2011
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This is a visitor center on the South Face of Mt. Rainier, a mountain which is unrivaled in elevation within the state of Washington.(14,411 ft.or 4,392 m) 2.84 miles tall. Visible on a clear day to two thirds of the state, it serves as a compass for the lost on a subconscious level. Referred to locally and simply as "The... More

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Lausanne, Switzerland
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12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
“Wichtigste touristische Zentrum des Parks”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 19, 2011
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