National Register of Historic Places

Chinook Pass Entrance Arch

Chinook Pass Entrance, Pierce County, Washington
Listed
March 13, 1991
Type
Structure
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
91000202

About this property

The Chinook Pass Entrance Arch marks the east entrance to Mount Rainier National Park. The rectangular log entry arch is one of several placed at the entrances to the park. It was designed in 1933 by the National Park Service Branch of Plans and Designs, and was built in 1936 by the Civilian Conservation Corps. The arch consists of two stone abutments carrying horizontal logs over the road. The arch functions as a bridge, carrying a horse trail, which is now part of the Pacific Crest Trail. The Chinook Pass arch was placed on the National Register of Historic Places on March 13, 1991. It is part of the Mount Rainier National Historic Landmark District, which encompasses the entire park and which recognizes the park's inventory of Park Service-designed rustic architecture.

Location

Chinook Pass Entrance, Pierce County, Washington
46.87217, -121.51567

Categories

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Sources

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When was Chinook Pass Entrance Arch listed on the National Register?

Chinook Pass Entrance Arch was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on March 13, 1991.

What type of historic resource is Chinook Pass Entrance Arch?

Chinook Pass Entrance Arch is classified as a structure in the National Register of Historic Places.

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The period of significance for Chinook Pass Entrance Arch is recorded as the industrial era.

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