Mount Rainier Accessibility Overview
National Park Inn
Terrain and Pathways
- Access from the parking area to the inn involves a mild hill.
- Surfaces include asphalt and concrete.
Public Areas
- The front deck, dining room, guest lounge, and gift shop are all accessible without a ramp.
Doors
- Exterior building doors are not automated.
Parking
- Two designated handicap parking spaces are available.
- The asphalt parking lot may be uneven in places.
Flooring
- Indoor flooring consists of wood and carpet.
Paradise Inn
Terrain and Pathways
- A mid-grade hill connects the lower parking lot to the inn entrance.
Public Areas
- The dining room is accessible via either an ADA-compliant elevator or a short set of three steps.
- The gift shop, café, and lobby restrooms are fully accessible.
Doors
- Exterior building doors are not automated.
Parking
- Nine designated accessible parking spaces are located directly in front of the inn.
Flooring
- Indoor surfaces include wood, area rugs, and carpet.
Lodging
- Room Locations: Accessible guest rooms are on the same level as the lobby; no stairs or elevators required.
- Doorways: Guest rooms do not have automated or sliding doors.
- Bathrooms:
- Showers include a hand-held showerhead.
- Toiletries shelf and controls are within reach from the shower seat.
- Room Layout:
- Light switches and electrical outlets are not positioned at ADA-recommended waist height.
Dining
- Wheelchair Accessibility: All dining areas are accessible to wheelchairs.
- Dietary Accommodations:
- Staff can accommodate food allergies upon request.
- Gluten-free and limited vegan/vegetarian options are available.
Additional Resources
For more information about accessible experiences at Mount Rainier, visit Accessible Rainier Tourism Options.
