Mt. Rainier National Park Guided Hikes
Let's take a hike! Offering private tours with one of the best guides in the Pacific Northwest!
Ready to hike on a volcano? Come explore with me and find new ways to be wowed! Hike through pristine alpine meadows, spend time observing wildlife, visit waterfalls, learn about the geology, glaciers, indigenous people and early explorers that make Mount Rainier such a special place in Washington State.
Explore Mount Rainier National Park With Your Private Group
TourMtRainier offers you a personalized, fun, safe exploration of one of the most iconic, mountain volcanoes in North America.
Being one of the few companies with a Commercial Use Permit from the Park, I can offer you hikes longer than 1 mile beyond a trailhead helping us get away from the crowds.
Experiencing Mount Rainier’s trail system is an exceptional way to connect and appreciate this place of awe and wonder. I specialize in fully-guided, small group hiking tours designed to maximize your time and experience at Mount Rainier National Park. Choose one of our small group hiking tours and enjoy a variety of observations. Feel the power of a waterfall or glacial fed river as we walk by on one of Mt. Rainier’s diverse trails. Take opportunities for contemplation, smell the richness of many landscapes, challenge yourself (or not) from the variety of trails offered.
TourMtRainier is operated by Owner/Tour Guide, Diann Sheldon, who has over 30 years of experience guiding satisfied customers. I love spending the day with other National Park/outdoor enthusiasts and look forward to creating memories with you!
Response to Coronavirus ~ Our Plan for 2022
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21 July 2022
As recommended by Mount Rainier National Park for all Commercial Use Authorization permit holders, I am fully vaccinated and boosted. The use of masks is currently not required by The Park to enter any public building. It is up to your discretion to choose to wear a mask or not and I respect your views and wishes. All shared equipment is sanitized after each guided trip and during our time together as needed.
I chose to sell my tour vehicle in 2020 due to the loss of business so I won’t be offering transportation at this time. We will meet at a pre-determined trailhead to begin our time together. Several different types of hikes are offered depending on trail conditions. You can choose your hike based on difficulty, a particular area of the Park, how long of hike you desire and more. See the hike descriptions on my tour page to select the best option for you. Note that is you don’t see a hike you are interest in listed, feel free to ask about it as an option. I am finding that my guests are enjoying having their own vehicle in the Park as it gives them time to enjoy more of the Park after their tour is over.
Staying in touch with nature is always the best medicine, especially during these times. I wish you, your family and friends the best of health and prosperity during these uncertain and getting back to the new normal times. I look forward to sharing this amazing environment with you.
in gratitude,
Diann
If you have any questions, call me at 253-777-8226 to discuss options. For international calls, find me on WhatsApp 1+2537778226
Meet us at the trailhead and enjoy a fully guided, private experience. Choose from a variety of hikes with the opportunity to observe wildlife, enjoy wildflowers, glaciers, waterfalls and more. Travel from a temperate rainforest to alpine meadows in one day! Our selected hikes offer hikes for different skill levels with a variety of terrain. This is your day to explore Mount Rainier National Park!
- May-October Availability May-October
- Up to 8 hours, our time together Duration Up to 8 hours, our time together
Customer Reviews
Diann knew all about the history of Mt Rainier and where to go to maximize my one day on the mountain. There were just a few people on our tour- it was perfect! We hiked several trails, saw waterfalls and wildlife, I loved seeing the mountain goats. She even provided binoculars- I’d forgotten mine. It was great that Diann asked us all what we wanted to see on the ride up. She catered the tour to meet all our wants. I wanted to hike and see waterfalls, another guy wanted to see flowers. She surpasses all our wants by showing us so much more. ........
– Christine ~ Google Review
We chose to book with Discover Nature so that we could see Mt. Rainier in a more personalized way. We were extremely pleased with the results. Diann went out of her way to make our day an amazing experience. We got to hike several trails, see beautiful waterfalls, and eat lunch outdoors sitting on rocks by a stream. You can tell that this is not just a job for Diann. She truly does an amazing job of sharing her knowledge and love of Mt. Rainier.
– Sherri S. ~ TripAdvisor Review
I just don't have enough superlatives and positive adjectives for this amazing, personalized adventure. I wish there were a Diann/Discover Nature in every port or National Park. She has Ph.D. level knowledge of the area, but her love of nature and the outdoors really shone through and made this day trip truly exceptional and very memorable. ...............
– Heather ~ Facebook Review
Diann is an outstanding guide! Anyone can look at Mt. Rainier and appreciate it, but with Diann's hikes paired with her extensive knowledge of the history, plants, and wildlife, she transforms Mt. Rainier into a living story that you become a part of. Diann has such a passion for Mt. Rainier, that you cannot help but feel the same passion too. I highly recommend this tour to anyone! Thank you for the great tour and great pictures Diann!
– Julius ~ TripAdvisor Review
I never write reviews but just had to this time. Our hike with Diann was absolutely amazing. We are a family of four, pretty good hikers and very much enjoy the outdoors. we were looking for a moderate to rigorous hike of Mt Rainier. We wanted a guide so that we could truly experience the mountain and not worry about getting lost. This hike truly exceeded our expectations. Diann loves what she does and caterers to what you need and want in a hike. She would stop along the way to explain what we were looking at in the mountains, landscape, flowers, animals etc. Having Diann we were able to explore parts of the mountain we probably would not have done ourselves. Post this hike, we went on an Alaskan cruise, which was also wonderful, but our most favorite part of the trip by far was the hike with Diann. Thank you for the wonderful experience!
– Susanne S, TripAdvisor review
When visiting Seattle, I knew I wanted to see Mt. Rainier, but I had never hiked before. Searching for a private guided tour, I happened to find Discover Nature, and my day on the trail ended up being an amazingly unforgettable experience that I will always cherish. Of course, this is all because of Diann - one of the most friendly, helpful, knowledgeable, and supportive people I've met. She was completely understanding of my lack of hiking experience, and made sure I was comfortable throughout the entire hike. Her expertise in all aspects of nature - wildlife/flora/fauna/trail etiquette/safety, and more - was invaluable. I was able to take some great photos and create unique memories thanks to Diann. Highly, highly recommend! Thank you Diann!!
– Kathy Johnson ~ TripAdvisor Review
I just don't have enough superlatives and positive adjectives for this amazing, personalized adventure. I wish there were a Diann (our guide and owner of Discover Nature) in every port or National Park. She has Ph.D. level knowledge of the area, but her love of nature and the outdoors really shone through and made this day trip truly exceptional and very memorable. We started at the bottom of Mt. Ranier in a temperate forest hike, moved up to waterfalls and finally to an invigorating snow shoe hike. Diann thought of everything, and had every type of equipment and supply we could possibly need on hand. If you love the outdoors, are seeking more than a quick stop for a 5 second selfie, and have limited time in the Seattle area- DO THIS!! Worth every penny and the memories are priceless.
– Heather ~ TripAdvisor Review