Reflections & Rainbows

Narada Falls

Wow!  Mt Rainier is so massive, it doesn't look real.  It just towers over everything.
Been lucky with the weather so far with clear views of the mountain.  Spent today in the Paradise area of park and did some great hikes to glacial lakes surrounded by breathtaking scenery. Some patches of wildflowers, but due to late snow melt, the flowers are not putting on their normal show.

Hiked down to Narada Falls.  Timed it just right to catch a rainbow in the midst coming off the falls.  But got drenched in the process.

Tipsoo Lake

Sunrise at Tipsoo Lake with amazing view of Mt Rainier.  The hillsides are still covered in snow and part of the lake is still frozen as this area had one of its largest snowfalls this past winter.












Spent rest of the day hiking in Sunrise area of park. The drive was amazing with incredible views.  The trails were clear of snow and the hillsides carpeted in wildflowers.  Also lucky enough to have a couple of sightings of cinnamon colored black bears along the trail!  Check out the action in the video...