Mount Rainier, Active stratovolcano in Washington, USA.
Mount Rainier is the highest mountain of the Cascade Range of the Pacific Northwest.
It was named after Rear Admiral Peter Rainier by Captain George Vancouver in 1792.
The mountain is considered sacred by local Native American tribes.
It's a popular climbing destination with over 10,000 attempts per year.
It's one of the most dangerous volcanoes in the world due to its large amount of glacial ice.
Location: Washington
Elevation above the sea: 4,392 m
Material: andesite, basaltic andesite
Sources: Wikimedia, OpenStreetMap
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Inter Glacier is nestled on the northeast flank of Mount Rainier in the state of Washington.
Ingraham Glacier is situated on the south side of Mount Rainier in Washington.
Cowlitz Glacier is a prominent feature of Mount Rainier in the state of Washington.
Mount Rainier Wilderness is a pristine and ecologically diverse preserve.
Tahoma Glacier is situated on Mount Rainier in the state of Washington.
Whitman Glacier is found on the southern flank of Mount Rainier in Washington.
Paradise Glacier is a stunning ice feature located on Mount Rainier in Washington.
Fryingpan Glacier is located on the southeast flank of Mount Rainier in Washington.
