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Mount Rainier National ParkHikers crossing Stevens Creek at the base of Martha Falls on the Wonderland Trail.
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Mount Rainier National Park
News

news includes:

Park Newspaper
News Releases
 

NEWS RELEASES
Mount Rainier National Park wants to keep you informed about news, special events and park projects.  The most current news releases will be posted below and then archived under news releases.  Check here often to stay abreast of the happenings at your park. 

November 14, 2008
Mount Rainier National Park Remains Closed Through Next Week Due to Flood Damage

November 13, 2008
Roads to Rainier Closed By Flood Damage

November 12, 2008
Flooding Closes Mount Rainier

 

THE TAHOMA NEWS
The park newspaper is published quarterly. It is a classic way to get informed about seasonal events, ranger programs, safety and park highlights. 

 

BIG NEWS STORIES
Major events, such as the flood of 2006,  are also part of the news from your park. These stories and updates will be posted for you to peruse. 

November 2006 Flood
Gobblers Knob fire lookout.  

Did You Know?
In the early 1930s the Civilian Conservation Corp constructed fire lookouts throughout the park to help protect the surrounding area from fire. Four historic lookouts still remain in the Mount Rainier National Historic Landmark District including Tolmie, Shriner, Fremont, and Gobblers Knob.

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Last Updated: November 15, 2008 at 13:52 EST