Know Before You Go: Mt. Rainier

Mount Rainier is the highest peak in Washington State and a popular mountain for climbers. The history of Mount Rainier includes eruptions in the late 1800s, and it was the ancestral homeland for several Native American tribes. The first successful summit of Rainier happened in 1870, and the first female ascent was just 20 years later. There are 40 routes on Mount Rainier, with the Disappointment Cleaver and Emmons routes being the most popular. Climbing Rainier requires physical and mental preparation, as well as adherence to Leave No Trace principles. Takeaways Mount Rainier is the highest peak in Washington State and a popular mountain for climbers.  The history of Mount Rainier includes eruptions in the late 1800s, and it was the ancestral homeland for several Native American tribes.  The first successful summit of Rainier happened in 1870, and the first female ascent was just 20 years later.  There are 40 routes on Mount Rainier, with the Disappointment Cleaver and Emmons routes being the most popular.  Climbing Rainier requires physical and mental preparation, as well as adherence to Leave No Trace principles. Engagement Links Mt. Rainier History Rainier climbing book Fay Fuller Rainier Climbing Ranger Blog  Weather  Guide company links https://www.alpineascents.com https://www.mountainguides.com https://mountainmadness.com https://www.rmiguides.com   LNT principles