Low snow pack means early access to many areas of Mt. Rainier National Park and surrounding areas this year.

Sunrise Area: White River Road to the White River Campground is now open. Climbers and hikers will enjoy early season access to the Glacier Basin Trail. The road between White River and Sunrise will open to vehicle traffic on June 5. Sunrise Visitor Center and Sunrise Day Lodge will openJune 27.

Road to Paradise, Paradise Valley Road and the Stevens Canyon Road have opened for the season. Mowich Lake Road will open June 5.

The Henry M. Jackson Memorial Visitor Center at Paradise, Paradise Inn and the National Park Inn are open daily with food service and gifts shops.

Campgrounds and Picnic Areas: Ohanapecosh and Cougar Rock Campgrounds are now open. White River Campground will open June 26.  Picnic Areas at Box Canyon, Cougar Rock, Ohanapecosh and Paradise River areas also open.

Crystal Mountain: The Mt. Rainier Gondola and food services are open weekends beginning May 23 until daily operations begin on June 27. Recreational activities including hiking are available now for all outdoor enthusiasts.