We saved the best for last. There is a reason they call this part of the park Paradise. It is a well known hike where thousands come to take in its beauty. We are all looking a little rough as we hadn't taken a shower in 4 days, but who is looking at us? There is so much to see, I found myself often saying, "This is so amazing." Mt Rainier from this tail is so huge, massive, majestic. If you only make it once to Rainier, this is the trail I recommend.
From one of the look outs, you can see Adams and Mt Saint Helen's. It is such an awesome experience. We did a little over 4 miles this day, and there were no complaints.
Gotta take the time to play in the snow.
Love the waterfall off to the left of the picture on the mountain. The glaciers were huge and mesmerizing.
The fields of flowers made it feel like you were in a story book. Like these 3 puffy cream colored flowers below. We all called them mini Truffala trees from the Dr. Seuss book The Lorax. Oh to be a honey bee in these fields. Pure heaven.
See those cute little kids on the trail. Yep, those are mine, =)
The trail ended with this beautiful waterfall. Perfect way to end such a glorious experience. I was thinking to myself how lucky I was to have experienced this with the ones I love the most. And even though I was sore, dirty, and tired, I wouldn't have changed a thing. Looking forward to doing it all over again. Maybe in five years or so. Rowan will be 5 and I will have teenagers. Time sure does fly when your having fun. I'm definitely enjoying these precious moments.
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Just discovered your blog. These are great pics and I can't wait to make it there with Lori! Incase you didn't know, the puffy flowers are Bear grass.
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