Annie and Cole
Annie and Cole
Things to Do
--------- Explore Ashford---------
Visit Mt Rainier
The best thing to do while you're here is explore Mt Rainier National Park!
There are tons of hikes, sites, lakes, and more. The southwest entrance to the park is just a couple minutes down the road from our venue! Check out this blog for some highlights in the park.
Plan ahead
Beginning in summer of 2024, Mt Rainier National Park will be piloting a timed reservation system to enter the park. You can read all about it HERE or you can skip ahead and reserve your time slot through the Paradise Corridor HERE. Reservations for August are available now and in the event that they sell out, the park plans to release a limited number of additional slots each evening for the following day. However, we recommend reserving as soon as possible to ensure you don't miss out on seeing this beautiful park.
Cannibal Hot Springs at Paradise Village Lodge
This experience allows guests to soak in a gigantic kettle over an actual open fire kindled with wood!
Northwest Trek Wildlife Park
About 30 mins from Ashford, meet bears, bald eagles, river otters and more as you explore the forested walking paths. Discover herds of bison, mountain goats, caribou and other animals during a Wild Drive or Keeper Adventure Tour.
Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad
Take a step back in time and ride on a vintage train, pulled by a steam locomotive through the breathtakingly beautiful Pacific Northwest landscape. With stunning views of mountains, farmland, and surrounding forests, this is a journey that you’ll never forget.
--------- Food & Drink ---------
Copper Creek Restaurant
Yes, the venue itself has a restaurant on site! Copper Creek Restaurant first opened in 1946 and is the oldest continuously operating restaurant in Washington State. They're famous for their blackberry pie!
Open from 8 am to 8 pm.
Wildberry Restaurant
Serving traditional American Mountain Menu along with some Authentic Sherpa-Himalayan Cuisine of Nepal.
Open noon to 8 pm.
Rainier BaseCamp Bar & Grill
Rainier BaseCamp Bar & Grill offers a relaxed, park-like setting. Their diverse menu has something for everyone, including vegetarian and gluten-free options.
Open noon to 8:30 pm.
The Trailhead Bar and Grill
The bar menu features 10 taps, along with hard kombucha & cider. Indoor and outdoor seating available.
Open noon to midnight.
Breakfast served on weekends at 8 AM.
Whittaker's Bunkhouse Cafe
Serving Breakfast, Ice Cream, and Hot and Cold Drinks.
Open 6:45 am to 8 pm.