This mountain has celebrity status.
Mount Rainier is more than just one of North America's most famous volcanoes; It's both a landmark and an icon of the Pacific Northwest. Known simply as "The Mountain" to locals, Rainier serves as a dramatic backdrop, a point of reference, a guardian and a threat... it is an active volcano, after all.
This national park checks all the boxes for avid hikers and nature lovers. An epic eden of alpine lakes, wildflower fields and heart-stopping vistas sit high on the shoulders of a heavily glaciated peak, and hiking in the shadow of a 14,000-foot goliath is nothing short of awe-inspiring. So lace up your hiking boots, charge the camera, and get ready to see firsthand why The Mountain means so much to the people who live here.