Looming large over the State of Washington, Mount Rainier stands stoically in the center of the Cascades Mountains. As residents of the region, we feel drawn to Rainier, calling it “The Mountain” and celebrating each day the clouds vanish and we get to see her glaciated summit.
Mount Rainier is arguably the most iconic mountain in North America, and we are lucky enough to have her right in our own backyard. Each year, a few million people trek to and around Mount Rainier, enjoy the alpine splendor and majestic beauty of the Pacific Northwest. While there are no wrong ways to see Mount Rainier, taking it in along the scenic highways and byways is sure to leave you speechless from the sweeping vistas and stunning forests.
