Introduction:
What? :
As the nearby
Reflection Lake Inspiration Point is another premier roadside view of Mt.
Rainier.
In addition to
an excellent view of The Mountain rising above the forest line from this
location you have an open view to the west, the Paradise River, and the
Nisqually River Valley.
Where? :
Inspiration
Point is located on the west side along Stevens Canyon Road, about 0.5 miles
from the Paradise Road junction.
Google Map Link
When? :
Stevens Canyon
Road is open to vehicles during the summer season only, typically June-September.
The visit:
Inspiration
Point is a large pullout and viewpoint on Stevens Canyon Road.
It has large parking
so you can easily find a place to park, go out and enjoy the views.
Yes, Mount
Rainier is way above you and if it is clear, you must take few pictures but
also do not miss from the left side of the parking lot the view west into the
valley opening.
From the right
side of the parking, you can see below, on the other side of the canyon the top
of waterfall.
When the
weather is not cooperating and clods covering the high mountains the view from
this point can be vey interesting, especially during sunset where the sun light
the valleys to the west.
www:
https://www.nps.gov/places/inspiration-point.htm
Additional Blogs on Mount Rainier National Park:
- Mount Rainier National Park – Visit Planning
- Mount Rainier National Park – Paradise, Skyline Trail Loop Hike
- Mount Rainier National Park – Black Bear Encounter
- Mount Rainier National Park – Reflection and Louise Lakes
- Mount Rainier National Park – Silver Falls
- Mount Rainier National Park – Mountain Goats Encounter
- Mount Rainier National Park – Sunrise
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