Posted by Darien Chin on July 25, 2007 at 12:46 PM
Hi guys,
I'm pretty new to the mountain, and have only been a couple times, and never too far off the main roadways. I have heard that the wildflowers are blooming, and I'm planning on heading out to spend some time shooting them this coming weekend.
I'm wondering if anyone has any suggestion on where would be a good place to shoot. Any little creeks, or meadows or falls....you guys know what I'm talking about. I wouldn't mind camping either as I'm sure that would help me get to a bit more of a remote location, but am unsure of if I need a pass for that. I do have my year pass to the park, but that's all.
You do need a permit for backcountry camping; obtainable at the various ranger stations.
For wildflowers I would recommend the Paradise area and in particular Edith Creek Basin and Mazama Ridge. Paradise River along the Fourth Crossing Trail and beyond can be good for monkeyflowers. On the NW side Spray Park can be spectacular in a good year but can be very buggy.
I'm not going up until next week so can't give you any specifics as to this years' bloom but even if the flowers aren't very good there's always stuff to shoot.
Thanks for posting this question Darien!
Thanks Mark!
Marie and I will be there this weekend as well. Hopefully we'll find a campsite and Ohanap-something I'll keep an eye out for ya! I've never done any shooting in Rainier either so it'll be interesting to see what you and I come back with.
If one is seeking higher vantage points, certainly check out the tatoosh range. One can obtain nice compositions looking towards either pinnacle peak or rainier.
Due to its position NW of rainier, spray park presents ideal territory for sunsets. As noted above, bring deet. Rainier seems to appear much more hulking from this vantage point, as it glows red during fading light.
From the nisqually entrace, paradise is an obvious choice. For a less visited location, check out mirror lake at Indian Henry's hunting ground. It requires a full hike, but is rewarding.
For sunrise, the aptly titled sunrise is an optimal location.
Posted by Darien Chin on July 25, 2007 at 10:08 PM
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6 repliesI'm pretty new to the mountain, and have only been a couple times, and never too far off the main roadways. I have heard that the wildflowers are blooming, and I'm planning on heading out to spend some time shooting them this coming weekend.
I'm wondering if anyone has any suggestion on where would be a good place to shoot. Any little creeks, or meadows or falls....you guys know what I'm talking about. I wouldn't mind camping either as I'm sure that would help me get to a bit more of a remote location, but am unsure of if I need a pass for that. I do have my year pass to the park, but that's all.
I'd be super thankful for any info.
For wildflowers I would recommend the Paradise area and in particular Edith Creek Basin and Mazama Ridge. Paradise River along the Fourth Crossing Trail and beyond can be good for monkeyflowers. On the NW side Spray Park can be spectacular in a good year but can be very buggy.
I'm not going up until next week so can't give you any specifics as to this years' bloom but even if the flowers aren't very good there's always stuff to shoot.
I'll check into those places.
Thanks Mark!
Marie and I will be there this weekend as well. Hopefully we'll find a campsite and Ohanap-something
Due to its position NW of rainier, spray park presents ideal territory for sunsets. As noted above, bring deet. Rainier seems to appear much more hulking from this vantage point, as it glows red during fading light.
From the nisqually entrace, paradise is an obvious choice. For a less visited location, check out mirror lake at Indian Henry's hunting ground. It requires a full hike, but is rewarding.
For sunrise, the aptly titled sunrise is an optimal location.