Mount Rainier Climbing Fee & Permit
Anyone traveling on glaciers, attempting the summit, or going above high camps must pay the climbing special-use fee before registering, then register in person (or self-register in the off-season at Paradise Old Station). Overnight climbs also need a wilderness permit; two-thirds of peak-season inventory is reservable on Recreation.gov.
Permit dates, fees, and rules change every year. Always confirm on the official agency or booking site before you apply.
What it covers
Advance reservation administered by Mount Rainier National Park for the 2027 season.
Linked PeakAtlas3D summits: Mt. Rainier.
Who needs it
Anyone traveling on glaciers, attempting the summit, or going above high camps must pay the climbing special-use fee before registering, then register in person (or self-register in the off-season at Paradise Old Station). Overnight climbs also need a wilderness permit; two-thirds of peak-season inventory is reservable on Recreation.gov.
Windows
- Early-access lottery applications: Feb 15, 2027 – Mar 7, 2027 (approx.)
- General on-sale of remaining wilderness/climbing inventory: Apr 25, 2027 – Oct 12, 2027 (approx.)
How to apply
Use the official booking link below. PeakAtlas3D does not sell permits. Read the source page for group size, ID, and payment rules before you start an application.
Fees (as stated by the source): Climbing fee for 2026 was $82 per person per climb, indexed annually — confirm the 2027 amount on the NPS climbing-fee page. Wilderness permit $12 per person per night in 2026 plus a $6 Recreation.gov application fee.
Source
Official source · Verified 2026-10-26