Introduction
The beautiful park of Mount Rainier in Washington was first established in the year 1899. It became the nation's fifth national park in history and actually holds the title of being the first national park to be created after the Forest Reserve Act of 1891. Here in the borders of this park, you can see gorgeous lakes, lush forest, and many more of nature's treasures. So many fun and interesting activities are available at Mount Rainier, such as hiking, canoeing, wildflower discovery, and rock climbing. If you are an outdoor person with a love for the mountains, then this park is an absolute must see. Furry friends can come along as well; however, there are a few restrictions as to where they can go due to the fact that the park wants to preserve the land and the foliage found there. For instance, dogs are only allowed where cars can go and at campsites. They can't be left on their own and can't be on a leash any longer than 6 feet in length. While dogs, unfortunately, aren't allowed on many of the hiking trails inside Mount Rainier National Forest (with the exception of Pacific Crest Trail) there are still a lot of activities you can take your dog on outside of the park!
Conclusion
If you had previously heard that Mount Rainier National Park was not necessarily a dog-friendly park, we hope that this article has helped to provide a different outlook. With a few alternative options, even if you can't fully enjoy the inner workings of Mount Rainier along with your dog, you can be assured that there are still a lot of great memories to be made. From the lodging experiences to the trails right outside the park, you most definitely won't be bored. Just enjoy the outdoor experiences in your dog's favorite kind of environment and know that Mount Rainier will always be there to visit again on your own should you choose to do so!