At the base of Mount Rainier, beside the Nisqually entrance to the national park, is the little community of Ashford, Washington. I visited in September 2021 as a part of a “trail of trails” itinerary for Travel Tacoma and stayed at the Ashford Lodge and feasted at the Copper Creek Inn. An oasis at the base of the mountain! It was a great time to visit because things were not too busy, but the weather was still wonderfully summery.
Ashford Lodge’s Westerner RV
Ashford Lodge cabins and grounds
Copper Creek Inn
Morgan Stone Grether
Nice person in Portland, Oregon, and beyond.