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8 Easy Washington Hikes With Epic Views of Rainier’s Peak Perfect for a Chill Day Outdoors

If you’re looking to experience stunning views of Mount Rainier without tackling tough, long hikes, this guide is for you.
Yahoo

Detours for major Pierce Co. bridge closure, including to get to Mount Rainier

Detours are available to get around the emergency closure of the White River Bridge on state Route 410, after a truck hit the bridge between Buckley and Enumclaw and seriously damaged it Aug. 18. The ...
New York Post

Hundreds of earthquakes detected at Washington’s Mt. Rainier

A swarm of hundreds of small earthquakes has been detected rumbling deep below Mt. Rainier in Washington State early Tuesday morning, though geologists stress there is no cause for concern. The quakes ...
Green Matters on MSN

Mount Rainier National Park Announces Trail Closure — but Not Because Winter Is Approaching

I f you were planning to walk the trails of the Mount Rainier National Park in winter, you won't get the chance. The park has ...

Tree falls, kills Enumclaw woman driving on Highway 410

A 58-year-old Enumclaw woman died after a large falling tree struck her vehicle as she was driving north of Mount Rainier.
USA Today

Mount Rainier is rattled by more than 300 earthquakes. It's the largest swarm in years.

More than 300 earthquakes have erupted at Washington's Mount Rainier this week, the largest earthquake swarm at the volcano since 2009. As of Thursday, July 10, 334 earthquakes had been identified at ...