• Mount Rainier peeks through clouds, viewed across subalpine wildflowers and glacial moraine.

    Mount Rainier

    National Park Washington

Your Safety

Geohazards
Mount Rainier is an active volcano. Learn more about the geologic hazards of this unusual environment.

Wildlife
The park is home to a diversity of animals, including potentially dangerous large mammals like black bears and mountain lions.

Hiking
With over 260 miles of maintained trails, hiking is a great way to experience the park. Whether going on a day hike or a longer excursion, being aware of risks can help make your hiking experience safe and enjoyable. Also includes information on safely hiking the Muir Snowfield.

Winter
Experiencing Mount Rainier during winter can show you a different side of the park, but it also involves extra safety considerations, such as the risk of avalanches and hypothermia.

Weather
The weather can change instantaneously at Mount Rainier. Learn more to ensure a safe visit.

 

Park Notices
Current information of temporary closures and other advisories.

 

Don't Be a Victim!
Each year, auto burglaries occur in this region at trailheads and parking areas both inside and outside the park. Many items are stolen from visitor's vehicles, including credit cards and personal identification, which often lead to cases of identity theft and other hardships for the victims. Park Rangers investigate and follow up these cases to the full extent of the law, however not all stolen property is recovered, and repairs to vehicles that have been burglarized may cost hundreds of dollars. The individuals responsible for the these crimes have been successfully caught and convicted in the park, however, this type of crime can and will continue to occur.

To avoid becoming a victim of future car break-ins, visitors to Mount Rainier and surrounding areas should continue to take precautions by not leaving any valuables in their cars while in the park. Follow these simple guidelines:

  • Do not leave any valuables in your vehicle, even for a short time.
  • Do not leave bags, packs, or purses which look like they could contain valuables visible in your vehicle.
  • If you must store any personal items in the trunk of your car, do so before you arrive at your destination. You may be watched at the trailheads and parking lots.
  • Immediately report all suspicious activity you observe at or around parking lots or along roads to a park ranger.
  • Weather Weather

    Be prepared for Mount Rainier's changeable weather. Check the forecast... Read More

  • Access & Route Information Access & Route Information

    Current Mount Rainier climbing conditions plus safety info & advisories. Read More

  • Keep Wildlife Wild Keep Wildlife Wild

    Feeding wildlife can be harmful for both animals and visitors. Read More

Did You Know?

Mount Rainier summit with Mount Adams in the distance.

At 14,410 feet, Mount Rainier is the highest peak in the Cascade Range. From various locations around the park you can see four other Cascade volcanoes: Mount Saint Helens, Mount Adams, Mount Baker, and Glacier Peak. On a clear day, you can see the tip of Mount Hood, in northern Oregon, from Paradise Meadows.