Long overlooked by travelers, this remote mountain park in Northern Washington may exceed even Mount Rainier for views and solitude.

An earthquake 'swarm' comprised of hundreds of miniature earthquakes hit Mt. Rainier and the Cascade mountain in July.

You might have noticed that Mount Rainier’s been looking a little bald lately. People on social media have been posting that Washington’s favorite sight looks less snowy than usual. How much is ...

The Puget Sound region is expected to warm up into the lower-90s Wednesday, with the rest of the week following suit.

Officials are tracking the largest swarm of earthquakes in more than 15 years on Washington’s Mount Rainier but say there is ...

Swarms — or clusters of earthquakes that occur in the same area in quick succession — are relatively common on Mount Rainier.

The U.S. Geological Survey said it and other agencies were monitoring the situation and would issue additional alerts "as ...

Mount Rainier is the highest peak in the Cascade Range. We look into its climbing history, spotlighting the pioneers who first approached its icy heights.

Whether a first-time climber, or a seasoned veteran, preparation for this the Mt. Rainier journey begins now. The actual climbing season begins around late May and runs through September.

Your list of resolutions for 2025 includes climbing iconic Mt. Rainier. Our ‘Preparation Series’ focuses on Conditioning (Part 1), Gear and Equipment (Part 2), Climbing Routes (Part 3) and ...

New measurements from a local researcher show Mount Rainier could have a new summit.