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Mount Rainier National Park
Ohanapecosh
 
Large tree trunks reach for the sky in an old growth forest.
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Old growth forest at Ohanapecosh
 

Located in the southeast corner of the park, Ohanapecosh, named for a Taidnapam (Upper Cowlitz) Indian habitation site along the river, is thought to mean “standing at the edge.” Situated among Douglas firs, western red cedars, and western hemlocks, visitors to Ohanapecosh can experience the beauty and complexity of an old-growth forest. The east side of the park is also somewhat drier and sunnier than the west side, making it a good destination when Paradise and Longmire are wet and foggy. Ohanapecosh is not accessible in winter.

Ohanapecosh is located 3 miles north of the park boundary on highway 123 and 42 miles east of the Nisqually Entrance.

Services at Ohanapecosh include:

The Ohanapecosh Visitor Center, open from June to early October, offers exhibits, guided interpretive programs, and book sales.

The Ohanapecosh Campground and picnic area are also open only from late May to early October.

At the Grove of the Patriarchs, located approximately 3 miles north of the visitor center and campground, visitors can hike a 1 mile nature trail along the Ohanapecosh River and through old growth forest.

Enjoy these day hikes in the Ohanapecosh area.

Wildflower meadow at Paradise.
Visit Mount Rainier: Paradise
Paradise is famous for its glorious views and wildflower meadows.
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The Administrative Building, part of the national historic district at Longmire.
Visit Mount Rainier: Longmire
Longmire is located in the southwest corner of the park...
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Temperate rainforest at Carbon.
Visit Mount Rainier: Carbon & Mowich
Carbon and Mowich are located in the park’s northwest corner
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The first rays of morning sun on Mount Rainier, as seen from Sunrise.
Visit Mount Rainier: Sunrise
Sunrise is the highest point that can be reached by vehicle at Mount Rainier
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The toe of Carbon Glacier appears dirty as it is covered in silt. Mount Rainier is in the background.  

Did You Know?
Carbon Glacier comes to the lowest elevation of any glacier in the lower 48 states at 3500'. It's located in the northwest corner of the park.

Last Updated: January 03, 2007 at 16:24 EST