Hiking at Mount Rainier National Park is a great summer activity. These are the best hikes with kids or for a reasonable challenge. From Paradise to Sunrise, Ohanapecosh to Lake Mowich ...

The Pacific Northwest is known for its magnificent hikes and jaw dropping scenery. The Skyline Trail in Mount Rainier National Park lives up to that PNW reputation. This 5.5-mile loop located in ...

Overnight wilderness permits will cost $10 per person per night, Mount Rainier officials announced in a news release. That ...

One of the world’s oldest national parks, Mount Rainier became part of the federal system in 1899, shortly after its last eruption. Park status was the culmination of a long campaign by John ...

Rainier, the most glaciated mountain in the lower-48 states ... pursuits including road and gravel biking, running, and hiking. He covers climbing expeditions throughout the world, as well ...

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By early spring, at least half of your cardio routine should include going uphill – whether hiking, stair climbing, or riding your bike. Climbing Mt. Rainier requires proficiency in ...

The best time to visit Mount Rainier National Park is July through August, when wildflowers transform the park's subalpine meadows and the dry, warm weather provides optimal hiking conditions.

Hikers, especially those tackling Mount Rainier, always need to be prepared with proper food, clothing and supplies. It's never a good idea to rely solely on smartphones, as cell service can be ...