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gem icon Reflection Lakes [Suggest Edits]

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  1. Areas
  2. WA
  3. …Southwest Washington
  4. …Mount Rainier National Park
  5. Paradise
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Drive 3-miles (4.8 km) east of Paradise on Stevens Canyon Road for a possible glimpse of Mount Rainier's reflection in these subalpine lakes. The real beauty of this attraction only comes to full fruition on clear days. It's recommended that visitors check the weather before venturing specifically to the Reflection Lakes.

On the Road: Drive 3-miles (4.8 km) east of Paradise on Stevens Canyon Road.

Family Friendly: This is a great spot to picnic with the whole family and revel in the majesty of Mt. Rainier.

Gem Type: Lake
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Brian Smith

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Aug 8, 2025
Anonymous
2022
Jul 24, 2025
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Jul 13, 2025
Maddie Conlin
Super easy parking and just a short walk down to waters edge
Jul 22, 2024
Olga Norwood
May 26, 2024
Brandon Jew
Jul 19, 2023
Scott Crane
Beautiful
Jul 5, 2023
Jennifer Orozco
7/4/23
Aug 7, 2022
Vanessa Nordstrom
Made it here at 4:30. Took family pic

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