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Incredible views of Mount Rainier reflecting in subalpine lakes.
Reflection Lakes is located approximately 1 mile east of Inspiration Point just off Steven Canyons Road in the Paradise section of Mount Rainier National Park. Simply park in one of the pullouts at the lakes and enjoy the scenery. Reflection Lakes can also be accessed via the Wonderland Trail.
Try to catch the lakes early morning or evening when the water is still. If the sky is clear you’ll have an excellent chance to view Mount Rainier reflecting in these beautiful subalpine lakes.
It is also an excellent spot for astrophotography. Again, scout the weather for a clear night to catch stars glowing over Rainier and reflecting in the water.
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Jared Blitz
11/19/2020
Iconic view of Rainier
One of my favorite spots to take in or photograph a sunrise. It's generally very quiet, the air and water is calm, and you ...
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Jennifer Carr
10/6/2020
Wonderful in the right conditions
Reflection Lakes is a beautiful spot to photograph Mount Rainier reflecting into the lake when the waters are still. Sunrise waters tend to ...
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Sarah Gooch
8/13/2016
Busy lake, great views
Although I didn't have any trouble finding a parking spot, once I walked down to the lake, it felt crowded. There were multiple ...
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