Visit Mt. Rainier National Park This Summer

When I was a kid, my father and I would go up to Mount Rainier National Park in the summer time and go hiking. It was always such an enjoyable time, the freshness of the mountain air, the wonderful, wooded hillsides and up higher, the beautiful, breathtaking views. Last summer when I went back to Washington State, I again took a trip to the park and was reminded of what a great place it is to visit in the summer time.

Mount Rainier, standing at 14,410 feet is actually an active volcano in the Cascade Mountain Range, but I don't remember in my life time there ever being a strong threat of eruption. Sure a few grumbles here and there, but never anything to worry about, making it a safe place to get out and enjoy nature at its best. There are many activities to enjoy, from day hiking, backpacking, bicycling, fishing, boating, and camping, to of course, mountain climbing.