6 days in Mount Rainier National Park, Olympia & Olympic National Park Itinerary

On the 19th (Wed), admire the sheer force of Comet Falls, stroll through Skyline Trail, and then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Mount Rainier.

To see maps, other places to visit, ratings, and tourist information, read our Mount Rainier National Park itinerary planner.

Harrisburg to Mount Rainier National Park is an approximately 9-hour flight. You can also take a train; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 3 hours traveling from Harrisburg to Mount Rainier National Park. Expect a bit cooler weather when traveling from Harrisburg in April: highs in Mount Rainier National Park hover around 59°F, while lows dip to 40°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 20th (Thu) to allow time for the bus ride to Olympia.

Start off your visit on the 20th (Thu): explore the engaging exhibits at Hands On Children's Museum and then view the masterpieces at Childhood's End Gallery.

For photos, where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Olympia route maker website.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Mount Rainier National Park to Olympia. In April in Olympia, expect temperatures between 60°F during the day and 39°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Fri) so you can take a bus to Olympic National Park.

Here are some ideas for day two: take a peaceful walk through Hoh Rain Forest Visitor Center, kick back and relax at Ruby Beach, and then admire the sheer force of Merriman Falls.

To see maps, other places to visit, reviews, and more tourist information, read Olympic National Park tour itinerary builder website.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Olympia to Olympic National Park. Traveling from Olympia in April, you will find days in Olympic National Park are a bit cooler (55°F), and nights are about the same (41°F). Cap off your sightseeing on the 23rd (Sun) early enough to travel back home.