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What’s the best route to Mt. Rainier from Seattle?

My daughter is obsessed with volcanoes so I’m taking her to Mt. Rainier for her birthday. What’s the best route to Mt. Rainier from Seattle?

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Cassandra Hamilton · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
It’s sweet that you’re nurturing the interests of a budding scientist! It should take around two and a half hours to travel the best route to Mt. Rainier from
Seattle
: I-5 S to WA-7 S to WA-706 in Pierce County.
It can be tricky driving through mountains if you’re not used to them. Follow these tips to stay safe:
  • Get your car tuned up. You or your mechanic should top off the fluids, fill the tires with air, change the oil, and take care of any other routine maintenance before leaving.
  • Fill up the gas tank. Remember, it takes
    extra gas
    to climb steep hills.
  • Save your brakes. Don’t ride your brakes down a hill and overheat them. Lightly tap on your brakes if you need to slow down to keep them cool.
  • Downshift on downgrades. This will help keep stress off your engine.
  • Keep your eyes on the road. Don’t be tempted to look at the breathtaking scenery while you’re driving. Taking your eyes off the road for even a second could lead to an accident.
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