Mount Rainier National Park
Mount Rainier National Park is an American national park located in southeast Pierce County and northeast Lewis County in Washington state. The park was established on March 2, 1899 as the fifth national park in the United States, preserving 236,381 acres (369.3 sq mi; 956.6 km2) including all of Mount Rainier, a 14,411-foot (4,392 m) stratovolcano. The mountain rises abruptly from the surrounding land with elevations in the park ranging from 1,600 feet to over 14,000 feet (490–4,300 m). The highest point in the Cascade Range, Mount Rainier is surrounded by valleys, waterfalls, subalpine meadows, and 91,000 acres (142.2 sq mi; 368.3 km2) of old-growth forest. More than 25 glaciers descend the flanks of the volcano, which is often shrouded in clouds that dump enormous amounts of rain and snow.
Mount Rainier is circled by the Wonderland Trail and is covered by glaciers and snowfields totaling about 35 square miles (91 km2). Carbon Glacier is the largest glacier by volume in the contiguous United States, while Emmons Glacier is the largest glacier by area. Mount Rainier is a popular peak for mountaineering with some 10,000 attempts per year with approximately 50% making it to the summit.
- 1 Park purpose
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History
- 2.1 Native Americans
- 2.2 Park creation
- 2.3 2006 flooding
- 3 Biology
- 4 Climate
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Major attractions
- 5.1 Paradise
- 5.2 Longmire
- 5.3 Sunrise
- 5.4 Other developed areas
- 5.5 Accidents and Deaths
- 6 See also
- 7 References
- 8 External links
Links
Images Gallery
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Ohanapecosh Glacier, as seen from the Wonderland Trail
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At the summit of Mount Rainier, 1888. Left to right: D.W. Bass, P. B. Van Trump, John Muir, N.O. Booth, Edward Sturgis Ingraham.
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Mount Rainier National Park panorama
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View of the south face of Mount Rainier from the Skyline Trail in Paradise
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National Park Service 1928 Administration Building at Longmire
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The Emmons Glacier (upper left) dominates the northeast face of Mount Rainier in the view from the subalpine meadows of Sunrise (lower right).
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Christine Falls, one of many waterfalls visible after a short walk from the main road
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Comments
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The most beautiful park there is to see! The massive mountain will make your jaw drop the first time your see her up close. Give yourself a couple days to explore all the different entrances into the park and the different things to do at each side! Paradise is a must visit!
a week ago -
Nature at its best. Where ever you see you will find beauty of nature. Must visit place. If you are into hiking, best national park to do so. Every time we hi, we find something new. Exploring mt.Rainier is the best activity for us in summer. Many lakes, rivers, views points, waterfalls and hiking spots. Also, there are nice camp grounds. We spent 2 days camping near white river. It was a beautiful experience. If you love nature a d want to be outdoors, this is the place to go.
22 hours ago -
Washington state is completely full of natural wonders and Mount Mount Rainier NP is no exception. This park exceptionally beautiful with Mount Rainier playing host to the many visitors to come to the base of the mountain in a town literally named “Paradise!” Called the Alps of the American Cascade mountain range. It’s a must see if you’re visiting the beautiful Washington state!
a week ago -
Beautiful park with a nice variety of hiking trails for all levels of hikers. There are many different places within the park to hike, not just at Paradise, which is great for people who want to go somewhere a little quieter.
2 days ago -
Beautiful national park, I love mt. Rainier, water falls and creek along the road to paradise and sunset trail. I would love to come back again in the future and spend more time to finish all the trail.
3 days ago -
Breathtaking views. Well kept trails. Come early to miss the traffic and stay all day. Amazing park. I'll be back soon.
6 days ago -
The drive up the mountain was intense, especially driving through the fog. The road is tight and winding, also no guard rails to protect you from the drop. Despite all that anxiety, the views you receive from this magical place are 1000% worth it. It is truly a place I wish I could stay forever. Walking up the mountain feeling the wind become colder and air become thinner is something else. It was pretty foggy that day, so we were able to actually walk through the mist. Never experienced anything else quite like it. Definitely recommend. It’s not an easy hike tho fyi. Photos do not do justice. 🌲🌳🌲🌳🌲
6 days ago -
Gorgeous! Ummmmm....where to start! So much to see here. Nothing like it anywhere else. The mountain, Herself, is majestic but there is so much else to see and explore: lookouts, waterfalls, glaciers, old growth forest, lakes, rivers, wildlife, and meadows, and wildflowers. Bring a camera and capture your special moments in time. Be prepared for any kind of weather. Bring water. Enjoy!
2 days ago