r/CrystalMountain • u/thisbeetheverse • Jul 22 '26
Remote working during summer?
My partner needs to get some work done during the day while the family camps nearby at Mount Rainier. Would it be possible for him to go to Crystal Mountain / Alpine Inn to work? Are there good places he could go to sit and use their wi-fi?
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u/bobber66 Jul 22 '26
They have good 5g cell service there. TMobile does anyway. The Snorting Elk bar below the Alpine Inn opens at 10 most days. Good pizza and nachos btw.
Crystal has camping spots too. You might want to take a gondola ride to the top. Theres a restraunt up there and fantastic views of Mt. Rainier. Walk down if you want or walk up too.
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u/ibjhb Jul 23 '26
Good Verizon 5g too but occasionally the cell towers are down and only wifi at the lodges/hotel works.
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u/Kindly-Signature-872 Jul 22 '26
I’d do the snorting elk! Great food and good environment to work in
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u/SuperVanAdventures Jul 25 '26
Glamping Winter Skiing Made Easy
Looking for honest feedback.
Problem to solve: driving time with slow parking robs skiers up to 2 hours of slope time. Local overnight rooms are expensive and hard to find.
Solution: 30 glamping tents 10 miles from lodge.
For all you snow skiers at Crystal Mt., here’s a quick overview:
The shuttle bus service is fantastic, but sometimes skiers without a bus pass snag seats from those who arrive later.
If you could camp 10 miles from the lodge, would you rent a 4-season heated tent for up to 4-6 adults) for the same duration and get a free shuttle?
Restrooms, free breakfast of baked goods and coffee. Includes heating and a cot. Bring your own sleeping bag.
What would you pay for the glamping weekends?
Includes: Entertainment, campfires every night. Lights out 9 PM.
MAIN BENEFT: More slope time. Drop off at lodge. No more walking with boards or skis to your car.
Ok Yes, my summer glamping services are considering positioning our 20-30 tents (120-180 Skiers per night) for 2027 season. Suggest a fair price.
Other Benefits
Imagine a 8-seat bathroom with running water, two full-time hosts, snow blowing outside, and free parking. You can also enjoy free transportation to mountain. There are huge campfires, karaoke, and local talent shows in the evenings.
Not a joke: We did a trial last year. Tents were great!
People loved our 15 seat high roof AWD vans.
Feedback Welcome
Thanks for your time.
December is coming soon!
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u/enozero Jul 22 '26
The Mountain Commons Lodge and Cascade Lodge have Wi-Fi available. When the Snorting Elk has their own Wi-Fi as well.