Part 3 explores the vast choices of routes up majestic Mt. Rainier. Part 4 introduces to ... Studying topographical maps and consulting with experienced climbers or guides can provide crucial ...

Washington's Ice Age glaciers may be dwindling, but these year-round frozen wonders still hold undeniable beauty.

From Seattle - Travel south on I-5 to State Route 512 (Exit 127 ... and providing maps and trail condition updates. Best time to visit Mt Rainier National Park. The best time to visit depends ...

A wildfire protection plan that’s in the works should include information about areas of Pierce County with heightened ...

If you look south from Seattle on a sunny day, Mt. Rainier stands ... It’s the best route to the Paradise visitor’s center, where park staff can help map out a trail based on your skill ...

Though the compound includes a bar that's host to live music, and it has an adventure gear retailer sister shop in nearby Cle Elum, books don't get short shrift; shelves are filled with gardening ...

Mount Rainier, the 14,410 ft. iconic stratovolcano in Washington State, offers climbers a range of diverse and challenging routes. These routes vary in difficulty, length, and scenery, making ...

Mount Rainier National Park is shaking up its wilderness fee permit structure, going from a flat rate by group to a nightly per-person fee. Overnight wilderness permits will cost $10 per person ...

Experts believe a Mount Rainier eruption would post a grave threat to millions who live in the southern and eastern sections ...

If you don't have time to make the drive to Mount Rainier (which sits about two hours ... If you plan to drive, the easiest route from downtown Seattle is to follow Interstate 90 East to Mount ...