Ashford and Packwood are both safe areas to stay near Mount Rainier National Park. These areas are also very close to the ...

Terrain Breakdown: 11% beginner, 54% intermediate, 35% advanced/expert Crystal Mountain’s history dates back to 1962, when ...

Inclement weather doesn’t have to be a deal-breaker. “The reason you’re visiting a national park is to enjoy the beauty of ...

From its elevation at 6,400 feet, Sunrise offers breathtaking, 360-degree views of the surrounding valleys. From this perch, travelers will have views of Mount Rainier and other volcanoes in the ...

Visitors should review the Mount Rainier Recreational Forecast, check updated information about current conditions, and review spring hiking safety information as they prepare for a trip to the park.

Two rangers and four volunteers from the Mount Rainier Nordic Patrol got her back to the Paradise area. A 62-year-old snowshoer was injured on March 9 around 9,600 feet on the Muir Snowfield while ...

Park rangers at Mount Rainier National Park in Washington are urging visitors to remember that wintry conditions can still be found on the iconic mountain and that they should come prepared for them.

There are several national parks near Seattle, from the lush rainforests of Olympic National Park to the incredible history ...

Of course, very experienced mountaineers often attempt winter ascents on Mt. Rainier, though this guide focuses on late-spring and summer climbing.

Mount Saint Helens, Mount Adams, Mount Baker, and Glacier Peak are four of the active volcanoes in Washington state. The fifth, located less than 70 miles from Seattle, is Mount Rainier.

National parks offer more than summer adventures—they’re perfect for winter exploration too. Escape to Death Valley’s mild climate, marvel at the Grand Canyon’s serene beauty, or embrace ...

Take your trekking to the next level by learning how to snowshoe at Mount Rainier National Park. Bring your kids too…they will be too tired by the end to call you anything, except maybe awesome.