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— The Mountain
The mountain that watches.
At 14,411 feet, Mt. Rainier dominates every Seattle skyline. It's an active volcano wrapped in 25 glaciers — and one of the most stunning day trips in the Pacific Northwest.
14,411 ft
Summit
25
Glaciers
260 mi
Trails
Photo: Frank Schulenburg / Wikimedia Commons
Paradise & Skyline Trail
The classic. Peak wildflowers late July through mid-August, with views of Nisqually Glacier and the Tatoosh Range along the loop.
Sunrise & Burroughs
The park's highest driveable point. Cooler, drier and even bigger views — try the Mt. Fremont Lookout or Burroughs Mountain Trail.
Winter at Paradise
Snowshoe out the Ranger Station door into a silent, frosted alpine world. Crystal Mountain nearby offers world-class lift-served skiing.