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Paradise Snow Report, June 17, 2022
The snowpack at Paradise decreased by 5.2" from last Friday's measurement.
- Current Snow Depth 119.8" (9.9’)
- Average Snow Depth 78”
- Percent of Average 154%
Be prepared for snow-covered trails down to low elevations!
NPS graphic ~kl
#RainierTip Avoid the Myrtle Falls area until snow-free. Several hazards exist at Myrtle Fall including punching through snow, snow cornices, and steep, icy slopes. NPS photo ~pw
#RainierTip -Do not walk on snow- or ice-covered lakes, including Reflection Lakes. The thinning ice will not hold your weight. NPS photo of conditions at Reflection Lakes. ~pw
Thanks to @NWSSeattle for the comparison. The upper line is 2022 and the lower line 2021. Still lots of snow and snow-related hazards out there! ~pw twitter.com/NWSSeattle/sta…
Curious about hiking at Paradise? Park webcams are a great way to get an idea of current conditions: nps.gov/mora/learn/pho… -kl twitter.com/NWSSeattle/sta…
A ski/snowboard descent of Rainier can be a wonderful & exhilarating experience. It can also be terrifying and extremely dangerous. It shouldn’t be taken lightly and, in many conditions may not appropriate for those will little experience. Full blog go.nps.gov/aw19xs -sw/pw
Paradise Snow Report, June 10, 2022
The snowpack at Paradise decreased by 17" from last Friday's measurement.
- Current Snow Depth 125" (10.4’)
- Average Snow Depth 95.4”
- Percent of Average 131%
Be prepared for snow-covered trails down to low elevations!
NPS graphic ~pw
Spring Opening - Roads/facilities are gradually opening. Overview of what's open/closed posted at go.nps.gov/MORASpringOpen…
When planning a visit, always check:
- Road Status: go.nps.gov/MORAroads
- Hours of Operation: go.nps.gov/MORAhours
NPS webcam 6/10/22 -kl
SR410/Chinook Pass is now open! (Note that Tipsoo Lake, pictured, is still covered in snow.)
Road Status: go.nps.gov/MORAroads -kl twitter.com/SnoqualmiePass…
Westside Road is open for the season. Road Status: nps.gov/mora/planyourv… -kl
Check the trail conditions page for the latest on the status of bridges and snow-cover on park trails nps.gov/mora/planyourv…. -pw
Trail Damage! Crews are attempting to assess winter damage and repair trails as they melt out. Thus far, 100% of glacial river crossings have been found to be washed out so expect things to take longer to open. Plan to turn around or change your plans if conditions warrant ~jm/pw
Chinook Pass expected to open this Friday! Huge thank you to the WSDOT maintenance & avalanche crews for all their hard work to open Chinook Pass in challenging conditions this year! -kl twitter.com/SnoqualmiePass…
Paradise Snow Report, June 3, 2022
The snowpack at Paradise has decreased by 11.2" from last Friday's measurement.
- Current Snow Depth 142.0" (11.8’)
- Average Snow Depth 107.9”
- Percent of Average 132%
Be prepared for snow-covered trails down to low elevations!
NPS graphic ~kl
WSDOT crews continue the hard work to clear SR410/Chinook Pass! -kl twitter.com/SnoqualmiePass…
When planning a visit, always check:
- Road Status: go.nps.gov/MORAroads
- Hours of Operation: go.nps.gov/MORAhours
- Webcams provide a glimpse of current conditions: go.nps.gov/MORAwebcams
6/6 -kl
CLOSED cont'd
- White River Campground
- Mowich Lake
- Chinook Pass, reopening mid- to late June
- Tipsoo Lake
- Westside Road
5/6
CLOSED
- Stevens Canyon Road closed to all traffic, including bicycles, between Bench Lake and the Grove of the Patriarchs (this closure includes Box Canyon).
- Grove of the Patriarchs Trail (parking/restrooms open)
- Sunrise
4/6
OPEN cont'd
- Stevens Canyon Road partially open to Bench/Snow Lake Trailhead
- Carbon River w/ limited parking
- White River Road to White River day use parking lot
- SR123/Cayuse Pass
- SR410 from north boundary to Cayuse Pass
3/6
OPEN
- Paradise Inn
- National Park Inn at Longmire
- Jackson Visitor Center (Paradise) - 10:30 am-5 pm daily starting Sat, June 4
- Wilderness Information Centers, 7:30 am-5 pm daily
- Cougar Rock Campground
- Ohanapecosh Campground
2/6
Spring Opening - June 2, 2022
Spring opening operations are underway! Many park areas still have significant amounts of snow. Listed below are status updates on popular areas within @MountRainierNPS. 1/6
NPS visitor center webcam photo of Paradise, 6/2/22. ~kl
A hike on @MountRainierNPS in spring is not just a walk in the park! Be prepared for snow-covered trails, thinning snow bridges (muffled sound of flowing water), & snow cornices (ledges of snow overhanging an edge) that may collapse under your weight. go.nps.gov/l7yhig -pw
Memorial Day 2022
On this day, we pay tribute to those who lost their lives while serving in the military. Please join us in honoring their lives and remembering their sacrifice. NPS graphic ~pw
Yes, it still looks and feels like winter up here! A winter weather advisory is in effect from Sat afternoon through Sun w/ up to 6" of new snow expected above 4500'.
Mount Rainier Recreational Forecast: a.atmos.washington.edu/data/rainier_r…
NPS Paradise mountain webcam still, 5/27/22. -kl
Cayuse Pass SR123/410 is open. Chinook Pass remains closed. White River Road is also open to the White River Campground. Road Status: nps.gov/mora/planyourv… -kl twitter.com/wsdot_traffic/…
Paradise Snow Report, May 27, 2022
The snowpack at Paradise decreased by 16.7" from last Friday's measurement.
- Current Snow Depth 153.2" (12.8’)
- Average Snow Depth 122.1”
- Percent of Average 125%
Be prepared for snow-covered trails down to low elevations!
NPS graphic ~pw
Navigation in whiteouts is extremely difficult. If clouds or fog start rolling in, head back down to the trailhead. The party in these photos did just that and returned to Paradise safely. If descending is not possible, stop, dig in, and wait for better weather. NPS/JBoisvert -pw
Mount Rainier National Park announces Memorial Day weekend operations, News Release: go.nps.gov/3jys2o -kl
The east side of the park via SR123/Cayuse Pass opens this Friday, May 27. However, please note that SR410 east of Cayuse Pass, including access to Tipsoo Lake, will remain CLOSED. Thanks to WSDOT for all their hard work to clear these roads! ~kl twitter.com/SnoqualmiePass…
#VolcanoAwarenessMonth Mount Rainier is an active volcano with a history of lahars that have impacted areas within and outside of Mount Rainier National Park. The USGS Cascade Volcano Observatory maintains a lahar detection system on the mountain to mitigate risk for local areas. twitter.com/NWSSeattle/sta…
WSDOT crews continue the hard work to clear SR123 & SR410! Note that Chinook Pass will NOT be opening 5/27, but a portion of SR410 connecting to SR123 at Cayuse Pass will open for north-south travel through Mount Rainier National Park. -kl twitter.com/SnoqualmiePass…
The middle portion of Stevens Canyon Road remains CLOSED, estimated opening date to be determined.
Road Status w/ map: nps.gov/mora/planyourv…
-kl 3/3
From the south, SR123 is open to Stevens Canyon Entrance. Stevens Canyon Rd is open from SR123 to the Grove of the Patriarchs Trailhead. The Grove remains closed due to flood damage but parking lot & restrooms are open, w/ access to the Eastside & Silver Falls Trails.
-kl 2/3
Road Status Updates:
From the west, Stevens Canyon Road is open from Paradise Rd wye to Snow & Bench Lake Trailhead, with access to Reflection Lakes (which are still snow-covered).
-kl 1/3
Paradise Snow Report, May 20, 2022
The snowpack at Paradise decreased by 6.5" from last Friday's measurement.
- Current Snow Depth 169.9" (14.2’)
- Average Snow Depth 136.7”
- Percent of Average 124%
Be prepared for snow-covered trails down to low elevations!
NPS graphic ~pw
Cayuse Pass (SR123/410) will open next Fri 5/27 on the east side of Mount Rainier National Park. For estimated opening dates of park roads, also check the road status page at nps.gov/mora/planyourv… -kl twitter.com/wsdot/status/1…
The gate to Paradise at Longmire will remain open overnight. Traction tires are advised on the Paradise road. - tks
Spring storms have created challenging conditions for road opening operations. Once Cayuse Pass opens on 5/27, visitors will be able to travel north-south along SR410 to connect to SR123, but SR410 east to Chinook Pass will remain closed (including access to Tipsoo Lake). -kl twitter.com/SnoqualmiePass…
The gate to Paradise at Longmire is open. Traction tires advised on the Paradise road. - tks
From the Mount Rainier climbing Rangers
April Showers, and May Storms!
It's been an unprecedented stormy start to the summer on Mount Rainier. Prepare for full winter conditions for any adventure in the park this May. Full report mountrainierclimbing.blogspot.com -pw
Delayed report on road opening status. Crews are assessing conditions. -tks
Due to expected weather-related road conditions, the uphill gate to Paradise at Longmire will close today at 3pm. The downhill gate at 4pm. -jc
Successful rescue at 12,200’ on Mount Rainier
News Release: go.usa.gov/xuemU
A team of two climbers was rescued by helicopter from the Kautz Climbing Route on May 13, 2022.
NPS Photo of the incident site. ~mr
Enjoy the break in the weather today! Frontal systems will bring cool, wet weather for the weekend.
Mount Rainier Recreational Forecast: a.atmos.washington.edu/data/rainier_r…
NPS Paradise mountain webcam still, 5/13/22. -kl
The gate to Paradise at Longmire is open. Traction tires advised on the Paradise road. -cm
The gate to Paradise at Longmire is expected to open on time at 9am. -cm
Delayed report on road opening status. Crews are assessing conditions. -cm
Paradise Snow Report, May 13, 2022
The snowpack at Paradise INCREASED by 15.6" from last Friday's measurement.
- Current Snow Depth 176.4" (14.7’)
- Average Snow Depth 146.1”
- Percent of Average 121%
Be prepared for snow-covered trails to low elevations!
NPS graphic ~pw
Update: Uphill gate to Paradise at Longmire is now closed due to weather-related road conditions. –jc
Due to an active Winter Weather Advisory, and expected weather-related road conditions, the uphill gate to Paradise at Longmire will close today at 3pm. The downhill gate will close at 4pm.-jc
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