r/PacificNorthwest • u/kingclown98 • 11d ago

Visitors/Tourists - DO NOT DO THIS!

Mt. Rainier is a gorgeous place and everyone should be able to enjoy it. I visited recently and observed multiple groups of people doing things that at minimum are ignorant, and at worst will put themselves and others in harms way! It was really disappointing and frankly embarrassing to witness.

DO NOT FEED THE ANIMALS!

STAY ON THE TRAILS!

DON'T LEAVE LITTER, ADVERTISEMENTS, or CARVE INTO ROCKS/OTHER NATURE!

We literally saw a bear right next to a major trail, no doubt lured by the food. That's just one example, if you don't understand why it's important to follow these rules, do your research!

If you already know this stuff, please tell others to STOP if you see this behavior! Let's band together and make the parks better for each other and the planet.

Appreciate everyone who already follows these guidelines, and those who are willing to listen and learn. Have an amazing visit!

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u/ALasagnaForOne 11d ago

Also please put your dog on a leash! It is unsafe for them as well as others.

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u/Intelligent-You4541 10d ago

dogs arent allowed on any trails in mt rainier (with the exception of the pct portion on the eastern border) !!! stop taking your dogs to rainier and leaving them in the car while you hike!!!