Loved the burgers, beer selection, and outdoor atmosphere. Planning to go back here for post-hike…read moremeal when visiting the park again. Not too pricey for it being one of the few options for food around the national park. Timely service and fun employees.

5 stars for ambiance and atmosphere. They've got lots of outdoor seating, a great view, and live…read moremusic! There are a few indoor tables for when the weather's bad. Lots of beer and drinks options. 0 stars for everything else. The line is forever line and barely moves. It took 30-40 minutes to get up to order. (Imagine if you only wanted another beer!) We ordered and got fries as our side. Waited another 30 or so minutes for our food and when I went to pick up was told "we can't sell fries anymore" which I think means they were out.... But bad on them for not knowing when to stop selling fries before you ordered. I specifically choose this spot because the fries looked better than the other options in Ashford and I just wanted some tasty fries. I got the hummus wrap which was about 3% hummus and 97% lettuce greens on a stale wrap. My husband's BLT was meh. Overall fine place if you want to hang out outside and drink. Otherwise the food and waiting game experience is not worth it.

It's a solid 4/5 type spot for what it is, a charming, historic on-site cafe ideal for convenience,…read morequick bites, quality espresso, and ice cream rather than a full dining experience. We ordered a coffee and ice cream before heading to Rainier. The staff is welcoming, sweet and friendly!

They have coffee at 7:30pm which is perfect because I was about to drive three hours with little…read moresleep. They saved me. Service was good, place is decent but small and more like casual. The outside is nice.

Wow!!! An unexpected restaurant in an unexpected location!!!! We thought it was just going to be…read morea run in the mill dinner until we looked at the menu.... Himalayan Food!!! We sat outside to a nice well covered patio. Lots of room and not crowded. The patio overlooks a beautiful meadow. The inside is nice too. With real Mount Everest gear on display. We had the Chicken Thali, Pork Momos, and Papadum. The food was out of this world!!!! Good food is hard to find in Washington State. We are soooooo glad that we found this place. The staff were nice and friendly. The prices were very reasonable as well. We WILL be coming back here again!!!!

This restaurant is super unique bc they serve Himalayan food along with classic American foods. We…read morecome here every time we visit mt rainier since it's close to the entrance to Paradise. The food is flavorful and cooked to perfection. During previous visits, we've ordered onion rings and burgers which were fantastic. Service is quick and they have lots of infographics on the wall! Pork momo: 5/5 Chicken thali: 5/5

Wow! What a great shop and so helpful. I got out of work late and called Jake ahead for our chain…read morerental. We needed to rent chains for our visit to Mount Rainier National Park and would get to Ashford after they close at five. Jake was more than accommodating arranged everything, sent us pictures where to pick up the chains and was cheerful about everything and gave us great tips on the park. Highly recommend this Shop. They have a run cafe, rental and retail with local guides too. We'll be back.

When traveling to Mt Rainier National Park be sure to stop by Whittaker Mountaineering for gear and…read moretire accessories to rent. If it's a peak tourist season you may want to reserve the your gear prior to arrival due too supply shortage. The web is extremely user friendly, and provides a lot of details which is helpful for first time visitors. I also really appreciate fair rates, for reference our tire chain rental daily rate was $27.

My husband and I stayed at the cabin Camp Nelson last weekend for our wedding anniversary. What an…read moreexceptional experience! The cabin was fully equipped with everything you could need, even the most adorable popcorn machine. The cabin was clean, new, high quality, and the perfect place for some much needed rest and relaxation. The hot tub right outside was so beautiful with twinkle lights around it. We can't wait to come back with our kids. Thank you for a wonderful time!

The impeccable details and opulent furnishings of these cabins make you feel special and…read morethoughtfully taken care of as if you are visiting your favorite aunt's home. The log-hewn furniture feels solid, the lampshades were whimsical, even the coasters and decorations were on theme: bears in the woods. The kitchen gadgets were high end. The teas and coffees provided were not cheap standard shelf fillers, rather thoughtfully prepared and chosen. The cooking oil provided was obviously selected for quality and health. Add to this excellent electrical work in the cabins, cooling fans, lots of hooks for wet towels from the hot tub, support for WiFi, and you feel as if all possible eventualities --including power outages-- have been given forethought and workarounds clearly communicated to guests. It's the ethic of care for the wellbeing of the guest that had me impressed right off the bat, and this made the exquisite nature setting on the creekside feel seamless and restful. When someone has figured out all the details, you can go ahead and just relax at the cabin. My parents visiting from abroad had a great time here. All we did was just relax and enjoy the cabin. The deer and the blue jays were a special treat. This place is doing it right. You can never go wrong with staying here. However, it is a little expensive and there are no such things as cancellations. So it does seem hard to get a booking because it is so popular here. And I myself would worry about how to book when no cancellations are allowable. The cabins are slightly compact also, can be a bit tight if you pack in the full allowable guest load. Am I thinking of going back? Heck yeah

I have done a number of climbs and treks with RMI, around the world. This isn't a review about all…read moreof them, just their Rainier climb. It's easy to look at Rainier everyday, especially if you live in Seattle, and forget that it is heavily glaciated, prone to avalanches and that people perish annually--even the best prepared and skilled. Most people who attempt this mountain and are considering a guide service lack the deep quiver of knowledge to handle basic mountaineering tasks like self-arrest, configure a safe rope team through crevasses and perform a rescue. RMI fills that gap and creates a unique learning environment in a very short period of time to make that happen for hundreds of folks annually. Climbing Rainier is imminently doable, but you gotta put in the work. I have a few comments and suggestions to make the most of it! 1. Be in shape: The number of folks who claim to be marathoners and can't make it to Camp Muir at 10,000 ft. is way more than you think. Climbing is a whole-body endeavor. You need to not just cardio-fit, but be able to balance weight, uphill, at altitude, for hours on end. Their website clearly says be in 'the best shape of your life.' That means something different to everyone, of course. But don't get solely stuck on how far you can run--that's just part of it. You need to have well-rounded fitness regime. The pace is very consistent, very steady but can feel taxing if you don't have a solid base of balance, flexibility, strength, stamina. 2. Gear: Gear is one of the things you can control, so control it. Take their recommendations seriously. If you are renting stuff through them, great. They know what works after thousands of clients and 50 years, trust them. If you show up with a bunch of iffy stuff, they will say something. You are on their rope team, too! They need you to be safe and comfortable and so do your fellow climbers. Don't spend all the time training, getting to the mountain, paying the fees and then cheap-out. All the used, good quality gear you need if out there-just do a little online searching. You don't need to spend a fortune but you DO need to be mindful. I have seen blisters, inadequate sleeping bags, etc., ruin trips. Call them if you have a question about a specific piece of gear. 3. Find your bliss: If you want to climb your own speed, take in the sights, get back to nature, you can't have a lot of people each doing that on their own timeframe AND expect to climb together. Climbing in glacier-ville requires being rested, attentive and focused to be a solid rope-team member. If you are wanting to commune with nature and do this on your leisurely timeline, at your pace, great. Climb by with your experienced friends. When you go as a group? There is a pace. Climbing for an hour and a short break is pretty standard. If you are well-practiced and have been training, your breaks should be short and focused on maintaining your health, not resting because you're tired. If it's 10 below, and windy, you need to know how to do tasks quickly and efficiently to keep you warm, hydrated, fed and able to continue. The climbing season on Rainier is busy and RMI leads climbs near-daily. Yep, that means there is a timeline. This is a business but their thousands and thousands of successful climbers up Rainier mean they have the process down. Their focus is safety for everyone and that means that the pace allows for recover at Camp Muir, a restful evening, breaks that don't take too much time. If something goes awry, you need time to put plans into motion--up is only halfway and if you're struggling on the way up, it won't be better on the way down. Rainier is a big, tall mountain with crazy weather and a lot of objective hazards that requires considerable skill to navigate it safely. RMI has that. Pay attention to their suggestions, requirements and instruction and weather-willing, you'll be on top!

Recently did a 5 day Rainier climb with RMI. Could not have asked for a better group of guides,…read moreboth in their knowledge and skill expertise as well as their overall friendliness with all the climbers. It's a hard climb and they push you hard in order to stay safe and give everyone the best possible chance of success. We had an amazing summit climb! On the way down I had a medical emergency and the guides went above and beyond with extreme mountaineering skill to help get me down the mountain as quick as possible, likely saving my life. Amazing company to work with. Amazing climb!

This place is so cute. They left us a smores dessert. Put breakfast in the fridge. Very close to…read moreentrance to Mt Rainier national park.

Comfortable but simple rooms with breakfast provided in advance in the refrigerator. We stayed in…read morethe Garden Suite in the annex building (Chalet) that is separate from the main lodge. My wife, 13 and 11 year old sons, and I stayed here for 2 nights in August 2019. We chose this place because of its convenient location near the park entrance. I would recommend it if you plan to take day hikes in MRNP. Behind the lodge is an outdoor hot tub if you are sore from hiking. The owners (Ralph or Chris) will greet you when you arrive and transfer the keys in person. Breakfast is prepared in advance and placed in your refrigerator units so you can eat in the morning and head off to your first hike. If you prefer a social B&B experience where you mingle with lots of guests, it's better to look elsewhere. It was a nice place for our family to stay for 2 nights.

We spent an excellent long weekend at Almost Paradise last week! We stayed in the Sunrise cabin,…read morewhich has its own private (covered!) hot tub and sauna. Both were perfect after a few long days of hiking. We also took advantage of the campfire ring to end one of our evenings by the warm fire. The proximity to the Rainier park entrance was also hugely helpful - we were able to get there early and avoid the lines. We hope we'll get the chance to come back!

We had the most incredible time at Almost Paradise! Everything was perfect, Carol was so kind and…read morewelcoming. We're moving out of state for a year but can not wait to come back.

I signed up for a climb with International Mountain Guides and paid the deposit to reserve my spot…read more At some point, a payment reminder was sent--but it landed in my spam folder, so I never saw it. Next thing I know, I was charged in full for the trip, months before the actual climb. When I realized I could no longer attend and reached out, I was met with a rigid, impersonal response pointing to a no-refunds policy buried in the fine print. I tried calling and followed up respectfully via email, hoping for some basic flexibility or even a conversation. No luck. It's frustrating to feel like a company that's built around guiding people through challenges shows zero willingness to meet customers halfway when plans change unexpectedly. Just a heads-up: if you're considering IMG, make absolutely sure you're all-in and able to go--because once they charge you, that money is gone. And if their "reminder" ends up in your spam folder like mine did, don't expect them to care.

Here is my experience with #InternationalMountainGuides (#IMG):…read more I am disappointed by the experience and the guides, Grace Akline and Lael Butler, I had on Mt. Baker in 2024. I participated in an all-women's program on August 6th - 9th and did not summit with the rest of the group on August 7th. This trip was starkly inferior to my attempt on Mt. Rainier in 2023, where the ENTIRE group was treated with respect, informed throughout the program (even though we were not going to be able to summit due to warm weather), and motivated with positivity at every step. Based on this recent trip, I will not be recommending your services or using them again. Firstly, the guides decided to summit a day earlier than programmed, preventing a day of rest and decent sleep prior to our ascent. We also had a very late start at 5:00 am on summit day. I saw many groups already on the mountain at 2:45 am when I woke, expecting to get going, but did not get my wake-up call until 3:40 am. These circumstances caused our summit to be rushed and at a pace that was marginally faster than I was capable of doing. I trained for 9 months for this trip, and I am a firefighter who annually participates in the Columbia Tower Firefighter Stairclimb. This requires climbing 69 flights of stairs in 60 lbs. of bunker gear and breathing apparatus. I am strong, have great endurance, and can summit Mt. Baker. I am very capable of doing hard things. The pace that was set by the guides was based on their poor choices, and I would have completed the ascent had it been more reasonable. I was with one guide, Grace, and with every step she took, I had to rush. I could not perform the suggested rest step or scuff step techniques she taught us, and I said this to her repeatedly, with her only saying the same thing in response. I had to rush to the point of slipping due to not being able to set my feet firmly in the snow. I asked her many times to go at a pace I could do safely, and she replied each time that I had to keep pace with her. The other group was never more than 100 feet ahead of us, but they refused to slow down and blamed me for being behind schedule. The guide's behavior demonstrated no desire to get me to the summit from the beginning and did nothing but degrade my abilities by demanding that I go faster and singling me out "to be honest about how I was feeling." The treatment I received was nothing like my program on Mt. Rainier. I ended up pushing myself over and over but was so worn down by the guide's remarks toward me that I broke down emotionally. The guides made it obvious that they never believed in me, which was a significant blow to my confidence. Their comments to the group and directly to me made me feel inferior, criticized, and put down. It was obvious to me that they did not have the ability to understand or relate to me, their customer. The constant berating for going too slow was unbearable. Their choices to start a day early and a few hours too late, demanded that I push myself so hard at the beginning of the climb that I was forced to quit. Your guides, Grace and Lael, did not have people skills. I did not doubt their climbing skills, but their decision-making and customer service were seriously lacking. I expected more from this company when I signed up for my second trip, especially since it was all women. In the end, it was their mistakes of changing the program to summit a day early and of waking up and starting extremely late that prevented me from summiting on Wednesday. This was a trip of a lifetime for me, and no consideration from your guides ruined it. In the end, Grace even said that she did not care if she summited and was ready to be done with the season. If the "goal is to give each of our customers the best experience we possibly can, regardless of the weather, route conditions, or time of year," you have missed the mark by a long shot on this trip. Their response: Thanks for the note. I appreciate you passing along your feedback regarding the Mt Baker program. We have now had a chance to debrief with your guides about your concerns: First the itinerary: it is typical for the guides to choose the better of the two available summit days (Day 2 or Day 3) to climb. Typically, the guides are more selective with the climbers they take to the top on Day 3 because not only do the climbers need to return to basecamp in good fashion, but they also then need to descend all the way to the trailhead. On top of that, a summit attempt on Day 3 means an earlier start time to accommodate the longer day, meaning less sleep the night before the climb. Your guides selected Day 2 as your summit day to accommodate a decent sleep and a better opportunity to summit. You noted other groups starting earlier than your group, and while I can't speak to the nuances of their decision making, Lael confirmed that those teams descended all the way to the trailhead on their summit day. Second the pace: Lael and Grace are both part of

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