Paradise River
For the Canadian community, see Paradise River, Newfoundland and Labrador
| Paradise River | |
|---|---|
Paradise River at the Skyline Trail Bridge | |
| Location | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Washington |
| Counties | Pierce County, Lewis County |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Source | Paradise Glacier |
| • location | Mount Rainier |
| Mouth | Nisqually River |
The Paradise River is a small, short but swift river in Pierce County, Washington. It is the first major tributary of the Nisqually River. Located entirely within the bounds of Mount Rainier National Park, it is notable for its waterfalls, of which there are eight.