Crystal Carriage House

12/29/2025

Perfect time to plan your trip to the Mountain!
Come up midweek in January, avoid parking reservations, and book a stay at the peaceful Crystal Carriage House.

07/26/2025

12:30 p.m. UPDATE: Good news! No need for Saturday night northbound I-5 total closure in DuPont. We completed work last night. Thanks for everyone's help as we reach a key stage in this project to build a new Steilacoom-DuPont Road overpass.

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We've got a fresh, locally grown and region-specific Paint Map on the menu to emphasize some closures you should know about if you're traveling in, around, or to Seattle this weekend.

Our first course is a closure of SB SR 167 in Kent. This will be closed from 11:59 p.m. Friday to 4 a.m. Monday between SR 516/Willis Street and South 277th Street (mileposts 18-19). The detour directs travelers to West Valley Highway, but expect delays because West Valley Highway doesn't have as much capacity as the highway. Consider alternate routes like I-5 if you can. During the closure, we'll replace expansion bridge joints on and repave the Green River Bridge.

Next up is a full closure of EB SR 18 in Auburn. This will be closed from 9 p.m. Friday until 5 a.m. Monday between C Street Southwest and Auburn Way South. The EB SR 18 on-ramp from C Street Southwest and off-ramp to Auburn Way South will also close. Law enforcement officers will help direct traffic through the detour. Expect delays. We'll use the closure to grind pavement, perform full-depth pavement repairs and install traffic loops and temporary lane striping, creating a smoother ride and preserving the highway for years to come.

The main course is one you're likely familiar with by now: NB I-5 over the Ship Canal Bridge is reduced two lanes until Aug. 15. Express lanes remain open northbound 24/7. Expect delays. Start planning ahead for your weekend travels NOW and consider using alternative forms of transportation - like a bike, bus or light rail.

For dessert, we have overnight closures of NB I-5 in DuPont on Friday and Saturday. These closures will be 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. each night, and traffic will be directed up and over the Steilacoom-DuPont Road exit and on-ramp. Expect heavy congestion.

As always, download our app, check our travel map for real-time info, MAKE A PLAN and enjoy your weekend.

07/25/2025

Heading to Sunrise this summer? You may need a timed entry reservation to enter through the White River Entrance if visiting from 7 am to 5 pm now through the end of the season (typically mid-October). Reservations are required daily from July 11 to September 1, available for purchase in advance or at 7 pm the day before your visit. After September 1, reservations are needed only on weekends and holidays but reservations are limited for purchase until 7 pm the day before your visit.

Reservations are only available at Recreation.gov: online, on the mobile app, or over the phone at 888-444-6777. If you don’t have an account yet, take time to create one in advance. Save a screenshot or print your reservation confirmation (QR code) before heading to the park; there is no Wi-Fi/cell service at any entrance.

Reservations are not required to visit Sunrise Corridor before 7 am or after 5 pm. Reservations are also not required to visit the Paradise Corridor in 2025.

For all details, maps, frequently asked questions, visit the park website at:
go.nps.gov/MORATimedEntry [link in bio].

NPS Photo / Filo Merid

06/18/2025

Please speak up now!

11/14/2024

Exciting new spaces!
While planning your trip, include a stay at the Crystal Carriage House.

This year we are stoked to welcome you all to Mountain Commons Lodge❄️ Our brand-new 25,000 sq ft space will feature the all-new Crystal Mountain Outfitters, expanded slope side dining options and stunning views of the mountain.

Along with new amenities such as Brew 62 Cafe (inside or via our outdoor coffee window), Bootpack Bar, and the Mountain Commons Food Hall. We want to extend a thank you to our community for being patient for the opening on this space and to the crews who made this opening possible🙌

For more on Mountain Commons Lodge and what's new for the 2024/2025 season, head to the link in our bio!

11/05/2024

SR 410 Chinook and SR 123 Cayuse passes will remain CLOSED FOR THE SEASON following 30+ inches of snow at the summit of Chinook over the weekend. More could be coming this week, creating adverse road conditions and high avalanche danger.

Typically, we reopen these passes around Memorial Day weekend in the spring. See you then!

11/01/2024

Epic sunset at Mount Rainier National Park, Washington 😍