Thank you for entering the world of the Mount Rainier Regional Visitors Center located
in the historic train depot in Elbe, Washington, on the
Road
to Tourism! We are located on Highway 7 which leads into the
Mount Rainier National Park, or you can turn right and
head to
Mt. St. Helens.
Our region has easy access from Tacoma, Seattle, Portland and Yakima. Here, you
can still book rides on an antique steam train or shop in the Rainier Scenic Railroad
gift shop.
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reservations
Upcoming Events April - June 2010
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Date/Location
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Event
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Contact / Sponsor
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April 23-25
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9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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360-492-5039
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April 30-May 1
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The Best Blues/Jazz in the North
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360-492-5039
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June 4-5
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On-site camping available.
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360-492-5039
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June 11-13
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360-492-5039
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Map It
South on I-5 to Exit
127
East on SR 512 to
SR 7
South on SR 7 to Elbe
North on Interstate
5 to US 12 (Exit 68)
East on US 12 to Morton
North on SR 7 to Elbe
East on US 12 to Packwood.
Turn north in Packwood
on Forest Service Road #52 (Skate Creek Road)
Turn west at the junction
with SR 706 through Ashford to Elbe
Proceed through Packwood
to the junction with SR 7 in Morton
Turn north on SR 7
follow to Elbe
If you are interested in visiting the region of Mount Rainier, Mineral Lake or Mt.
St. Helens we have the information that you need. The pristine Pacific Northwest
Mountains and Lakes are closer than you may think. While in our region a visit to
the
Mount Rainier National Park
and the
Mt. St. Helens National
Volcanic monument is a must. You can also be inspired by the breath taking
view of Mount Rainier while she towers above the shores of
Mineral Lake, which is known for its 10 pound trout. Come
visit all the hidden gateway communities of the Cascade Mountain range. There are
plenty of
lodging accommodations for everyone including
historic lodges, B&B’s, resorts and cabins. Come enjoy bird & wildlife watching,
natural beauty, serenity and seclusion but we also have mountain climbing, hiking,
fishing, pontoon boats, horses for hire, skiing, winter sports of all kinds, camping,
flea markets, sculpture art, great restaurants and 4 yearly festivals with many
events at our local event center. Hit the
Road to Tourism
and stop at the Elbe Depot for all your informational needs!
Destination Packwood
Enumclaw Chamber of Commerce
International Mountain Guides
Tacoma Regional Convention + Visitor Bureau