Mount Rainier announced Monday the seasonal closures of White River and Cougar Rock campgrounds.

Though it requires a long hike to reach, this lake offers dramatic views of Mount Rainier National Park and is a peaceful way to escape into the wilderness.

Mount Rainier National Park begins Fryingpan Creek Bridge replacement preparations on 27 September 2026, giving visitors near ...

From 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16, until 6 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, SR 706 will close at Kernahan Road East. The closure creates a work zone for Washington State Department of Transportation maintenance ...

Mount Rainier National Park began the Fryingpan Creek Bridge Replacement Project on 28 September 2026, changing access to the ...

If you're longing for a mountain vacation but don't want to fork over the money to fly to the Swiss Alps, check out this ...

From 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16, until 6 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, SR 706 will close at Kernahan Road East. The closure creates a ...

Enveloped by lush forests, alpine meadows and glacial landscape, 14,410-foot-tall Mount Rainier, an active stratovolcano and the tallest mountain in the Cascade Range, takes center stage at Mount ...

Popular park reservation systems may favor visitors from wealthier areas when permits require early planning or fast booking.

Our outdoors reporter visited a lookout to learn what goes on there and talk to volunteers about efforts to introduce AI-assisted cameras.

Explore the best US national parks to visit in autumn 2026, featuring golden leaves, crisp mountain air, active wildlife, and ...