jules Posted August 20, 2002 Share Posted August 20, 2002 Hiked through Grand Park in the northern part of MRNP a few weeks ago, it was spectacular then, probably even better now. PM me if you want more details. jules Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allthumbs Posted August 20, 2002 Share Posted August 20, 2002 A little off the beaten path of Rainier, but I stumbled across this mysterious flower the other day while taking a walk in the woods. What the hell is it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dru Posted August 20, 2002 Share Posted August 20, 2002 Looks like a purple cone - must be purple coneflower aka echinacea. I better have me some of that as I feel a cold comin' on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chongo Posted August 20, 2002 Share Posted August 20, 2002 I've seen a lot of those near Muir Hut. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allthumbs Posted August 20, 2002 Share Posted August 20, 2002 Don't tell Soct'teryx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ILuvAliens Posted August 21, 2002 Share Posted August 21, 2002 That there's mountain medicine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ned_Flanders Posted August 21, 2002 Author Share Posted August 21, 2002 Any recommendations for a day trip to Rainier where there are the most wildflowers growing? Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allthumbs Posted August 21, 2002 Share Posted August 21, 2002 Mount Rainiers wildflower meadows are found at elevations between 4,000 and 6,500 feet above sea level throughout the park. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattp Posted August 21, 2002 Share Posted August 21, 2002 I don't know about where to find the "most" flowers but (1) Paradise is where you go if the weather is iffy and you're bringing somebody like your grandma who wants to look at display cases with old photographs and a stuffed Jim Whitaker doll (2)Sunrise has better views of the mountain and Borroughs Mountain is great for an easy walk with good views and close-up encounters with snaffelhunda, and (3) Mowich Lake has some very good hikes with spectacular views of the mountain (Tolmie Peak for an easier hike and Spray Park if you want to venture further afield) but there is no concession stand at Mowich Lake. All three have plenty of alpine meadows and you'll find flowers in bloom as soon as you get out of the car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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