Sitting down with your calendar and your laptop may seem like the opposite of adventurous, but the stakes are high when it comes to these popular Pierce County destinations and events! Lest you end up forever on the waitlist, it's time to get serious about the year ahead. Let's just say many of these activities book up faster than you can say "I'll book it later." Let's dive into the must-make reservations of 2025!

Mount Rainer Scenic Railroad + Museum photo by Jeremy Echols Photoraphy

The Attraction: Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad
Time of Year: Holiday season

Every year during the holidays, the Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad turns into a festive wonderland, complete with twinkling lights and hot cocoa. Though the holiday tickets have yet to open, they'll vanish like snow on a sunny day, so do your kids a favor and keep your eyes peeled! In the meantime, there are other holiday events available to book today.


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Paradise Inn at Mount Rainier

The Attraction: Paradise Inn
Time of Year: Summer weekends

Staying at the Paradise Inn on Mount Rainier during peak weekends is the ultimate blend of cozy lodge vibes, mountain-chic accommodations (think bear-skin and flannel) and jaw-dropping views. These rooms sell out months in advance, so channel your inner early bird.

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fourth of july tacoma

The Attraction: Both Silver Cloud Hotels
Time of Year: Fourth of July

The only thing better than an incredible fireworks show is watching it without the crowd, favorite snacks in hand, in your pajamas! The Silver Cloud Hotel Tacoma at Point Ruston Waterfront and Silver Cloud Tacoma - Waterfront locations both provide an unobscured view of the fireworks over the Salish Sea, absolutely spoiling you forevermore on the Fourth. Better land that room while you still can!


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deep forest cabins

The Attraction: Ashford Cabins
Time of Year: Summer and Christmas

Whether you're planning a family escape in the summertime or dreaming of a snow-dusted Christmas trip, cabin reservations are a year-round competition. Whenever you've booked a cabin or hotel in Mount Rainier National Park, you are granted a timed-entry permit for the corridor where you're staying; however, you might need to make additional reservations to access other areas of the park. And speaking of timed entry passes...

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The Attraction: Mount Rainier Timed-Entry Passes
Time of Year: Main season, 

The National Park holds all manner of dreamy year-round activities, including hikes with panoramic views of Mt. Rainier, the best blackberry pie you've ever had, locally-made art, and dreamy cabins out of a Pinterest board—yet forgetting this one reservation could thwart your day's plans. Visit our Timed Entry Passes FAQ page to learn more.

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Tacoma Dome at Night

The Attraction: Tacoma Dome Events
Time of Year: Throughout

From concerts to sporting events, the Tacoma Dome attracts some of the biggest names out there thanks to its size. Major shows from 2024 included P!nk, Iron Maiden, Korn, and several K-Pop and EDM shows and festivals; dates are already being listed for 2025, so make sure you stay on top of their calendar of events!

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The Attraction: Ohanapecosh Campground
Time of Year: Summer

What's so special about this campground? It's got towering trees, crystal-clear rivers, and fantastic proximity to popular hikes—if you're into those sorts of things! 
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MTTA High Hut

The Attraction: MTTA Huts
Time of Year: Summer (winter reservations activate later in the year)

The photos are stunning, but the hut system of the Mount Tahoma Trails Assocation is not for the faint of heart. The rustic shelters are perfect for adventurous souls seeking solitude and seasonally snowy trails. Book by the bed ($15/night), book early (many dates already taken), and pack your own food and sleep gear. 
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