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Stevens Canyon Road, Mount Rainier, Washington
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Drives Washington Mount Rainier and the South Cascades

Stevens Canyon Road

WA 123 · Ohanapecosh → Paradise

Twisty23 mi40 min5,100 ft climbHigh point ≈ 5,400 ftOne way
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The drive

Stevens Canyon Road is the south side of Mount Rainier National Park. It starts on Highway 123 at Ohanapecosh, in forest at the park's southeast corner, and climbs west and uphill for 22.7 miles to the Paradise road, gaining about 5,100 feet to a high point near 5,400.

The road passes the slot of Box Canyon, then runs along the canyon wall below the Tatoosh Range and comes out at Reflection Lakes, where the mountain stands over the water on a still day. It ends on Paradise Road short of the Paradise parking. The curves come in three twisty stretches, near the start and in the last five miles, with moderate bends between.

Because it's a park road that closes every winter, the season is short. Plan it for summer or early fall.

Along the way

  1. Ohanapecosh
  2. Box Canyon
  3. Reflection Lakes
  4. Paradise
Elevation
5,100 ft of climbing · high point ≈ 5,400 ft
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Curves
Mostly moderate, with three twisty stretches
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Good to know

  • There's a park entrance fee.
  • The road closes for the season in late fall. The date can change, so check the park's status page.
  • The road has a tunnel with a 12 ft 6 in height limit.

Closed from late October to about late May. Roads close for snow, fire, storms and repairs: before you set off, check National Park Service: Mount Rainier road status.

Questions about this drive

How long does Stevens Canyon Road take to drive?

Stevens Canyon Road from Ohanapecosh to Paradise is 22.7 miles and takes about 40 minutes without stops.

When does Stevens Canyon Road close for winter?

Stevens Canyon Road closes for the season in late fall, and the date can change, so check the park's status page. It reopens in late spring.

What is the height limit on Stevens Canyon Road?

There is a tunnel on Stevens Canyon Road with a 12 ft 6 in height limit.

Is there a fee to drive Stevens Canyon Road?

Yes. Stevens Canyon Road is inside Mount Rainier National Park, which charges an entrance fee.

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Map of Stevens Canyon Road, from Ohanapecosh to Paradise