Washington State Trip Part 1: The Marvels of Mt. Rainier

I recently took a trip through Mt. Rainier National Park and Olympic National Park in Washington. I was truly amazed at the natural beauty in these two places. In this post, I will share some of my favorite photos from Mt. Rainier.

Longmire Cabin, located on the Trail of the Shadows, gives visitors a glimpse into the life of days gone by. The cabin is the oldest structure in the park.
I used an infrared effect on this photo of the outside of Longmire Cabin.
My dad marvels at the beauty of the forest.
Paradise Inn is one of the hotels you can stay in in the park. It boasts beautiful architecture, with many exposed beams.
The Inn has a cozy dining area where guests can can have an informal meal.
A view of the lobby from the mezzanine level
Along the mezzanine level there are tables and chairs to sit at.
A stunning view of the Tatoosh Mountains, and yes, that’s snow! Click here to order a print of this photo.
Another view of the Tatoosh Mountains. Click here to order a print of this photo.
At Reflection Lakes, Mt. Rainier was on full view.
Snowballs in summer!
Upper Sunbeam Falls is located on the side of a road. Click here to order a print of this photo.
Water flows down steps that could normally be used to access a trail.
The Henry M. Jackson Memorial Visitor Center offers floor to ceiling windows with a view of the Tatoosh Mountains.
The Tatoosh Mountains at sunset are stunning. Click here to order a print of this photo.
Another shot of the Tatoosh Mountains. Click here to order a print of this photo.
The Paradise Inn at sunset.
Mount Rainier at sunset. Click here to order a print of this photo.
Pine trees silhouetted by the sky. For this one I made a hybrid photo-illustration, seen at right. Click here to order a print of the photo and click here to order a print of the design.
The Guide Services building has offices an dormitories.
The Tatoosh Mountains look gorgeous at night. Click here to order a print of this photo.
Another photo of the Tatoosh range.
I took this shot and many others right out the window of my room at the Paradise Inn. Click here to order a print of this photo.
Mt. Rainier in all its glory. I’m very lucky the weather was so clear when I was there. Some people visit the park without ever seeing the mountain! Click here to order a print of this photo.
The Tatoosh Mountains by day. Click here to order a print of this photo.
I think this photo of the Tatoosh Mountains looks otherworldly. Click here to order a print of this photo.
Mt. Rainier looks brilliant at night. Click here to order a print of this photo.
I made two similar illustrations to commemorate my trip to Mt. Rainier National Park and Washington. Which do you like better? Click here to order a print of the one on the left and click here to order a print of the one on the right.

To see more of my photography be sure to follow me on Instagram and Facebook. To see more of my illustrations be sure to follow @sddoodles on Instagram. All photos and illustrations in this post © Samantha Decker and may not be reused without permission.

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