Mount Rainier
United States
Towering over the Cascade Range, Mount Rainier is the most glaciated peak in the contiguous United States and a magnet for mountaineers worldwide. Known as Tahoma to the indigenous peoples, it holds both cultural and geographical significance. Its massive bulk, crowned by the Columbia Crest, offers climbers the ultimate Pacific Northwest alpine challenge.
The classic Disappointment Cleaver route is a rite of passage for many aspiring mountaineers, blending glacier travel with moderate climbing. For more advanced climbers, technical routes like Liberty Ridge offer steeper, more committing lines. Regardless of the route, all climbers face over 2,700 meters of elevation gain and need to be prepared for variable weather conditions and crevasse hazards.
From the summit, the views are simply unparalleled, with the Olympic Mountains, Mount Adams, and even Mount Hood visible on clear days. Rainier’s prominence, scale, and beauty make it a bucket-list climb for any mountaineer.
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