Access to Mt. Rainier’s Paradise Road only open on weekends
Throughout this winter, a 12-mile stretch of road between Longmire and Paradise at Mount Rainier National Park will be closed to vehicles Monday through Friday.
"Our biggest concern is that we don’t have the staff to respond effectively for any emergencies that might be happening," said Park Ranger Terry Wildy.
The staffing issues are compounded by challenging weather conditions.
Wildy says the Monday through Friday road closure was a hard decision to make, but the park remains open and season pass holders are able to visit.
The roadway between Longmire and Paradise will be reopened to vehicles on weekends.
The National Park Service anticipates this closure will last through the entire winter season, usually until March, unless staff vacancies are filled before then.
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