She's right there. Iconic. Arguably upstaging us. A ranger-led walk or a drive up to Paradise is highly recommended for the ambitious. Just be back for the planned activities.
Hot water. Cold air (or not). Possibly some stars. No further justification required. Bring a towel. Don't bring your phone (you won't want to).
A lake on the Nisqually River with striking turquoise-blue water fed by glacial runoff, good for boating, fishing, or swimming. Easy and scenic.
There's a fire pit out there with your name on it. Also, lawn chairs, trees worth staring at, and a general vibe of just be here for a minute.