Bob's Guidebook for Packwood, WA

Bob
Bob's Guidebook for Packwood, WA

Entertainment & Activities

White Pass Ski Resort is the reason why Packwood is filled with people in winter. Ski, snowboard, cross country, snow shoe and tube hill, this place is a gem with 2000 vertical feet of pure heaven with some of the most spectacular views of Mt Rainier you will ever see!
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White Pass Ski Resort
48935 US-12
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White Pass Ski Resort is the reason why Packwood is filled with people in winter. Ski, snowboard, cross country, snow shoe and tube hill, this place is a gem with 2000 vertical feet of pure heaven with some of the most spectacular views of Mt Rainier you will ever see!
Hiking and Gondola rides in summer with a Summit Top Restaurant with amazing views of Mt Rainier! But in winter you cannot get there from Packwood. White Pass is the local ski area and the reason for the crowds in winter!
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Crystal Mountain
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Hiking and Gondola rides in summer with a Summit Top Restaurant with amazing views of Mt Rainier! But in winter you cannot get there from Packwood. White Pass is the local ski area and the reason for the crowds in winter!
West of Packwood is Riffe Lake, Mossyrock Lake and Mayfield Lake. We bring our fishing gear, boat and sometimes the jet skis and hit Mayfield Lake. This is a great lake for some fast jet skiing!
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Mayfield Lake
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West of Packwood is Riffe Lake, Mossyrock Lake and Mayfield Lake. We bring our fishing gear, boat and sometimes the jet skis and hit Mayfield Lake. This is a great lake for some fast jet skiing!
Every Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends the small town of Packwood, WA goes from 1000 residents to 10,000 with over 500 vendors. This is a popular event with so much to do and see!
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Packwood Flea Market
104 Snyder Rd
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Every Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends the small town of Packwood, WA goes from 1000 residents to 10,000 with over 500 vendors. This is a popular event with so much to do and see!

Sightseeing

The most amazing old growth forest trail!
Grove of the Patriarchs
The most amazing old growth forest trail!
Fabulous hike for the whole family!
Silver Falls Loop Trail
Silver Falls Loop Trail
Fabulous hike for the whole family!

Arts & Culture

The history of the area and logging is extensive!
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White Pass Country Historical Museum
12989 US-12
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The history of the area and logging is extensive!

Parks & Nature

This is one of the main entrances to Mt Rainier National Park that goes up to Paradise, the Inn and Visitor Center. Stunning drive and a must to do when staying in summer. Only 4 miles from this cabin!
Stevens Canyon Entrance
This is one of the main entrances to Mt Rainier National Park that goes up to Paradise, the Inn and Visitor Center. Stunning drive and a must to do when staying in summer. Only 4 miles from this cabin!
People come in the summer from all over the world to stay in Packwood and access Mt Rainier National Park. One of the 7 wonders of the world!
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Mount Rainier
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People come in the summer from all over the world to stay in Packwood and access Mt Rainier National Park. One of the 7 wonders of the world!
So many lakes to explore, picnic at, kayak, raft east of the cabin off highway 12. Leech Lake, Dog Lake, Clear Lake and Rim Rock Lake!
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Rimrock Lake
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So many lakes to explore, picnic at, kayak, raft east of the cabin off highway 12. Leech Lake, Dog Lake, Clear Lake and Rim Rock Lake!
5 miles up Snyder Road to the trail head and 4 miles in is the stunning Packwood Lake. This is a great hike to take. 8 miles total!
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Packwood Lake
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5 miles up Snyder Road to the trail head and 4 miles in is the stunning Packwood Lake. This is a great hike to take. 8 miles total!

Drinks & Nightlife

Good food and drinks, games and karaoke!
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Blue Spruce Saloon And Diner
13019 US-12
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Good food and drinks, games and karaoke!
This brewery renovated the historic Packwood pharmacy. Great tacos and panini's, indoor fireplace and outdoor firepits and tables.
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Packwood Brewing Co.
12298 US-12
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This brewery renovated the historic Packwood pharmacy. Great tacos and panini's, indoor fireplace and outdoor firepits and tables.

Food Scene

They roast their own beans, bake their own goods and have added a sandwhich shop and great menu! This is the center of town and all that is good in Packwood!
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The Mountain Goat
105 Main St E
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They roast their own beans, bake their own goods and have added a sandwhich shop and great menu! This is the center of town and all that is good in Packwood!
For years, one of the best pizza pies you will eat!
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Cruisers Pizza
13028 US-12
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For years, one of the best pizza pies you will eat!
Great hand crafted burgers are here!
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Cliff Droppers
12968 US-12
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Great hand crafted burgers are here!

Essentials

This grocery store has it all but it is smaller and more expensive. So we suggest that you buy most of your groceries at a bigger store before you come.
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Blanton's Market
13040 US-12
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This grocery store has it all but it is smaller and more expensive. So we suggest that you buy most of your groceries at a bigger store before you come.