Washington · United States
Stevens Canyon Road
Paradise to Ohanapecosh
The park road linking Paradise with Ohanapecosh, hugging the canyon wall past waterfalls, glacial valleys and Reflection Lakes. Rainier looms over the whole thing, and the narrow shoulderless lanes make sure you’re paying attention.
Stevens Canyon Road links Paradise with the southeast park entrance inside Mount Rainier National Park. The narrow paved road winds past waterfalls, glacial valleys, and Reflection Lakes with views of the mountain. Mind the seasonal closure, narrow shoulderless lanes, and heavy summer traffic.
Where it runs18.9 mi · point to point
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Character
Corners
busiest around mile 18Elevation
under 4%4–8%over 8%663.5 – 1,492.7 mPoints of interest3 stops
- Inspiration PointViewpoint0.5 mi in
- Box CanyonViewpoint8.6 mi in
- Ruby FallsLandmarkat the start
Hazards
- Narrow lanes without shoulders
- Closed in winter by snow
- Heavy seasonal traffic
Is Stevens Canyon Road open? Typical season and live summit weather ›
Sources
“The route winds among valley-floor rainforest and uphill slopes; vistas of Puget Sound and the Cascade Range appear at numerous points along the way.”
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