The park contains over 236,000 acres, including Mount Rainier itself, which stands over 14,000 feet tall. Explore the park through videos, photo galleries, and more all week.

USGS scientist Carolyn Driedger, right, and Mount Rainier National Park ranger Scott Beason frame the terminus of the Nisqually Glacier during a training session for seasonal rangers at the park ...

Mount Rainier National Park, the fifth oldest park in the USA, is rich in stunning landscapes, outdoor activities and 9,000 years of human history. It’s no wonder 2 million or so people visit ...

Mount Rainier, Washington’s awe-inducing 14,411-foot stratovolcano and the undisputed monarch of the Cascade Range, has inspired countless painters, poets and photographers.

Mount Rainier National Park is a vibrant ecosystem with hundreds of waterfalls, hiking trails, and alpine meadows. It's also home to one of the most dangerous volcanoes in the US.