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The so-called earthquake swarm at Mount Rainier dwindled Friday but has surpassed the last large event at the volcano in 2009, the USGS said.
Climate change reshapes Mount Rainier. Glacial retreat impacts ecosystems, indigenous traditions, and hiking experiences in Washington’s Pierce County.
SEATTLE – Last week, after months of uncertainty, Mount Rainier National Park introduced a limited timed-entry reservation system for the peak visitation season. Reservations will only be required for ...
An estimated two million people visit Mount Rainier National Park, the National Park Service reported. Here's what you need to know about the closure of the Carbon River Fairf ax Bridge.
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.
Mount Rainier became part of a nationwide protest to protect public lands and federal workers who maintain it.
Puyallup Tribe seeks to restore Mount Rainier's original name through linguistic research The linguist said he found there are 20 names tribes have used in Washington associated with Mount Rainier.
Whether a first-time climber, or an experienced mountaineer, the time to prepare for your 2025 Mt. Rainier climb begins now.
Mount Rainier National Park, located southeast of Tacoma, is named after and is home to the beloved active stratovolcano Mount Rainier.
Mount Rainier National Park’s most common cause of death was falls. Here’s how to prepare to visit the national park during winter season.
Sports Outdoors Mount Rainier is shrinking and now has a new summit Oct. 8, 2024 Updated Wed., Oct. 9, 2024 at 6:28 p.m. The view from the top of Chair 2 at the Alpental ski area near Snoqualmie ...
Mt. Rainier is shorter than we all thought … 10 feet shorter. New GPS measurements measure the new peak, a rocky patch along the Southwest rim, at 14,399.6 feet. Rainier’s old ice cap peak ...