Mt. Rainier
Looking SW at this majestic peak from the Sunrise Rim trail.
Ascending to 14,410 feet above sea level, Mount Rainier stands as an icon in the Washington landscape. An active volcano, Mount Rainier is the most glaciated peak in the contiguous U.S.A., spawning six major rivers. Subalpine wildflower meadows ring the icy volcano while ancient forest cloaks Mount Rainier’s lower slopes.
Mount Rainier has a topographic prominence of 13,211 ft (4,027 m), which is greater than that of K2, the world's second-tallest mountain, at 13,179 ft (4,017 m). It is the most topographically prominent mountain in the contiguous United States.
Mt. Rainier is considered one of the most dangerous volcanoes in the world. May she continue to slumber peacefully for a loooong time.
Thanks for taking a peek at this special peak.
Mt. Rainier
Looking SW at this majestic peak from the Sunrise Rim trail.
Ascending to 14,410 feet above sea level, Mount Rainier stands as an icon in the Washington landscape. An active volcano, Mount Rainier is the most glaciated peak in the contiguous U.S.A., spawning six major rivers. Subalpine wildflower meadows ring the icy volcano while ancient forest cloaks Mount Rainier’s lower slopes.
Mount Rainier has a topographic prominence of 13,211 ft (4,027 m), which is greater than that of K2, the world's second-tallest mountain, at 13,179 ft (4,017 m). It is the most topographically prominent mountain in the contiguous United States.
Mt. Rainier is considered one of the most dangerous volcanoes in the world. May she continue to slumber peacefully for a loooong time.
Thanks for taking a peek at this special peak.