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  1. Areas
  2. WA
  3. …Southwest Washington
  4. …Mount Rainier National Park
  5. Paradise
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Drive 3-miles (4.8 km) east of Paradise on Stevens Canyon Road for a possible glimpse of Mount Rainier's reflection in these subalpine lakes. The real beauty of this attraction only comes to full fruition on clear days. It's recommended that visitors check the weather before venturing specifically to the Reflection Lakes.

On the Road: Drive 3-miles (4.8 km) east of Paradise on Stevens Canyon Road.

Family Friendly: This is a great spot to picnic with the whole family and revel in the majesty of Mt. Rainier.

Gem Type: Lake
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Brian Smith

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Aug 7, 2022
Vanessa Nordstrom
Made it here at 4:30. Took family pic
Jul 22, 2022
LAURA ELBL
done
Mar 23, 2022
Regan Muth
Foggy
Oct 3, 2021
Victor Lee
Sep 17, 2021
Thea Weber
When we visited it was drizzling and peaceful to listen to the nature sounds.
Sep 14, 2021
Scott S
Very calm early am. Later in day it was overcast and windy. We got lucky
Jul 22, 2021
Vicki K
Jul 22, 2021
Mayur Mehta

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