86: 5 Fascinating Fun Facts About Mount Rainier National Park

In this episode of Exploring the National Parks, we’re going to dazzle you with some fun facts about Mount Rainier National Park!  This mountain has thrumming energy, but it is hard to properly explain the feeling you get when you experience Mount Rainier National Park. Whether you are hiking on the mountain or seeing it from afar, this volcano draws attention!  We are thrilled to dive in today and share some of the fun facts that make this national park so impressive.  In this episode, we discuss:  Where this mountain ranks amongst the other mountains in the U.S. How old this mountain really is (the answer will surprise you!) Why Mount Rainier is considered such a hazardous volcano Why this mountain is one of the most glaciated peaks in the Lower 48 The surprising number of climbers that actually make it to the top of Mount Rainier These fun facts will absolutely enhance your next visit to Mount Rainier, or if you haven’t been yet, they will inspire you to put a trip to this phenomenal national park on your calendar!  We absolutely love Mount Rainier National Park, and every time we see this mountain, we feel elevated and awe-struck! We hope you get the chance to visit soon, too!  Don’t forget to complete your task for this week! When you think of Mount Rainier, do you think of looming danger or an exciting adventure? Head over to the Dirt in My Shoes Facebook or Instagram page and let us know!  Check out the full show notes here.

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