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05-30-2008, 06:39 AM
THE NEWS TRIBUNE
Published: May 30th, 2008 01:00 AM
Two roads will open today in Mount Rainier National Park.
Stevens Canyon Road, which connects the eastern and western sides of the park, will open at 8 a.m. The road typically opens in time for Memorial Day, but efforts to clear the road were slowed by deep snow and several slides.
Park officials warned drivers to be aware that a lot of snow still sits on the steep banks lining portions of the road and they should watch for additional rock and snow slides as the snow melts.
The White River Road is opening from its junction with Highway 410 to the White River Campground. The campground is not expected to open until June 27.
Because weather on the mountain can quickly change, visitors should check road and weather conditions before leaving for the park.
Jeffrey P. Mayor, The News Tribune
Current conditions
Make sure to check on roads and weather before leaving for Mount Rainier National Park.
Phone: 360-569-2211
Online: www.nps.gov/mora
from: http://www.thenewstribune.com/news/local/story/376225.html
Published: May 30th, 2008 01:00 AM
Two roads will open today in Mount Rainier National Park.
Stevens Canyon Road, which connects the eastern and western sides of the park, will open at 8 a.m. The road typically opens in time for Memorial Day, but efforts to clear the road were slowed by deep snow and several slides.
Park officials warned drivers to be aware that a lot of snow still sits on the steep banks lining portions of the road and they should watch for additional rock and snow slides as the snow melts.
The White River Road is opening from its junction with Highway 410 to the White River Campground. The campground is not expected to open until June 27.
Because weather on the mountain can quickly change, visitors should check road and weather conditions before leaving for the park.
Jeffrey P. Mayor, The News Tribune
Current conditions
Make sure to check on roads and weather before leaving for Mount Rainier National Park.
Phone: 360-569-2211
Online: www.nps.gov/mora
from: http://www.thenewstribune.com/news/local/story/376225.html