For winter or summer fun, crystal mountain is the place
Activities
Scenic Gondola Rides
A ride on the Mt. Rainier Gondola will take you 2,400 vertical feet to the summit where you will find breathtaking views of Mt. Rainier and the Cascade Range.
Flying Raven Adventure Course
Welcome to Crystal Mountain’s first-ever aerial adventure course; the ultimate outdoor summer challenge. Whether you're a seasoned thrill-seeker or a first-timer, we've got something for everyone at the high ropes course this summer next to the Quick Stop yurt in Discovery Meadow.
Crystal Climbing Wall
Welcome to Crystal’s newest summer activity! Take your summer adventure to new heights on the 24-foot-tall Crystal Climbing Wall. With 3 auto-belay stations, this is a great way to get an introduction to climbing in a safe, and family-friendly way.
Mt Rainier Shuttle
Visiting Mt. Rainier National Park? Skip the hassle of finding a parking spot and making a reservation this summer. We are excited to offer a shuttle service from Crystal Mountain to the Sunrise Visitor Center from July 4th-September 22nd, 2024. The cost of the shuttle includes the park entrance fee! Shuttle spots are sold day-of at Crystal Mountain or online up to 24 hours in advance. Book your spot today!
Guided Hikes
Not quite ready to explore on your own or want to adventure with a new crew? Check out our new guided hikes offered this summer! Whether you're a seasoned hiker or just starting, our guides have a range of options from leisurely strolls to more challenging treks. We offer 2 guided hikes at Crystal Mountain, and 5 hikes in Mt. Rainier National Park.
Hiking
Take in breathtaking views of Mt. Rainier and lush meadows filled with colorful wildflowers. Crystal offers a combination of both easy and difficult trails.
Disc Golf
Come play up to 36 holes between a lower and upper course at Crystal. This is a great activity for kids and adults alike. Take a scenic ride up the Mt. Rainer Gondola, and play the summit course, or head over to the base of discovery and do the base course.
Interpretive Walks
Free interpretive walks will be held on weekends (Fri - Sun) at 10:30, 12:00, and 1:30. An interpretive guide will be available near the top of Mt. Rainier Gondola whenever they're not actively leading walks across the summit ridge.
Mining Sluice
The Silver Creek Mining System is now located in the base area alongside the Crystal Climbing Wall. This all-ages activity puts your gold mining and precious stone identification skills to work!
Events Calendar
Crystal Mountain is your year-round destination for events, competitions, and festivals for all ages. Check out our events calendar to see what’s happening during your visit.
RV and Camping
Use Crystal as your base camp for a mountain adventure. We have both 30 and 50amp hookups available to accommodate most sizes of RV as well as tent camping sites.