Nisqually Entrance Historic District - Mt. Rainier National Park
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N 46° 44.479 W 121° 55.147
10T E 582570 N 5176985
Mt. Rainier National Park is considered one of the crown jewels of the park system. There are 5 entrances to the park, this entrance, the Nisqually, is the most popular and accesses the Paradise area.
Waymark Code: WM1M0J
Location: Washington, United States
Date Posted: 05/29/2007
Views: 58
Mt. Rainier National Park is considered one of the crown jewels of the park system. There are 5 entrances to the park, and this entrance, the Nisqually, is the most popular and accesses the Longmire and Paradise areas.
The entrance gate, and assorted buildings at the entrance are included in this district. They were all built in the early 1900's. The gate was built when in 1910, Secretary of the Interior Bollinger, visited Mount Rainier National Park and requested a rustic gateway be constructed at this entrance. In 1911, four cedar-log columns, almost 4' in diameter, and three beams spanning the road were erected creating a pergola with a clearance of 18 1/2 feet. It is an impressive entryway that highlights the unique setting of the park.
Seven miles from the entrance you will come upon the historic administration area of the park, called Longmire. Take time to walk around and explore the National Park Inn, administration building, Park Museum and other historic buildings. Here you can access several trails, including the historic 100 mile Wonderland Trail which circumnavigates the mountain.
Continue another 12 miles east and you will reach the Paradise Logde and Visitor Center. This area of the park is known for its beautiful wildflower fields and mountain vistas.
County / Borough / Parish: Pierce
Year listed: 1991
Historic (Areas of) Significance: Architecture/Engineering, Event
Periods of significance: 1900-1949
Historic function: Government Office, Institutional Housing
Current function: Government Office, Institutional Housing
Privately owned?: no
Season start / Season finish: From: 01/01/2007 To: 12/31/2007
Primary Web Site: [Web Link]
Secondary Website 1: [Web Link]
Street address: Not listed
Hours of operation: Not listed
Secondary Website 2: Not listed
National Historic Landmark Link: Not listed
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