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Paradise Inn

Paradise Inn is a historic place in Mount Rainier National Park, Pierce County, Washington, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on May 28, 1987, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 87001336.

Mount Rainier National Park, Pierce County, WashingtonListed May 28, 1987NRIS #87001336★ National Historic Landmark
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About this place

What is Paradise Inn?

Paradise Inn is a historic hotel built in 1916 at 5,400-foot (1,600 m) on the south slope of Mount Rainier in Mount Rainier National Park in Washington, United States. The inn is named after Paradise, the area of the mountain in which it is located. The Henry M. Jackson Visitor Center and the 1920 Paradise Guide House are also at this location. The inn and guide house are where many climbers start their ascent of the mountain. The inn is listed in the National Register of Historic Places and is a major component of the Paradise Historic District. Additionally, it is part of the Mount Rainier National Historic Landmark District, which encompasses the entire park and which recognizes the park's inventory of National Park Service rustic architecture.

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The record

Listing details

Name
Paradise Inn
City
Mount Rainier National Park
County
Pierce County
State
Washington
Listed on the National Register
May 28, 1987
NRIS reference number
87001336
Resource type
building
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
46.78672, -121.73384
When was Paradise Inn listed on the National Register?

Paradise Inn was added to the National Register of Historic Places on May 28, 1987.

Where is Paradise Inn located?

Paradise Inn is located in Mount Rainier National Park, Pierce County, Washington at approximately 46.78672, -121.73384. See the map above.

Is Paradise Inn a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Paradise Inn is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.

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