At the Northeast corner of the Mt. Rainier region, Crystal Mountain sits just 6 miles from Mount Rainier, in the Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. In the winter, the area boasts a top-rated ski area with a 3,100-foot vertical drop and an average annual snowfall of 350 inches. In the summer, it's just a short drive from the seasonal White River Entrance to Mt. Rainier National Park on the Sunrise side of Mt. Rainier. With close-up views of the massive Emmons Glacier, and hundreds of acres of meadows bursting with wildflowers; Sunrise rivals the more popular Paradise when it comes to scenic splendor. Discover lodging options in the Crystal Mountain area of Mt. Rainier National Park. Find hotels, condos and chalet suites. For more information on visiting the mountain, go to www.VisitRainier.com.