Nisqually Glacier: One of 25
named glaciers that radiate outward from the summit of Mount Rainier. |
Ingraham Flats: A climbing
group camping in a high alpine area. |
Carbon River Old Growth: The
mountain is surrounded by old growth forests. The northwest corner
contains coastal species such as Sitka Spruce and is considered a true
rain forest. |
Christine Falls: One of the beautiful
waterfalls visible on the road to Paradise. |
Deer: Black-tailed deer. |
Early Climbers: Climbing
party at Paradise, circa 1920s. Climbing Guide Erroll Rawson is third
from right. |
Marmot: The hoary marmot
lives in the subalpine areas of Mount Rainier. |
Mountain Goat: A native
species in Mount Rainier’s alpine areas. |
Nisqually Entrance: The
first automobiles entered Mount Rainier in 1907. An early view of the
rustic arch at the entrance to the park. |
Bear Grass: One of the beautiful wild
flowers found in the forests and meadows of Mount Rainier. |
Wild flowers: In meadows above Paradise. |
Paradise Lodge: Built in 1931, the structure was removed in the
late 1960s. |
Ranger in Paradise: Ranger leading a walk. This image was
reproduced from a hand tinted lantern slide used in early Naturalist
programs. |
Reflection Lake: One of the most photographed views in the park. |
Silver Falls: Spectacular waterfall along the Ohanapecosh River. |
Old Growth Forest: One of the important resources protected in
Mount Rainier National Park. |
Summit of Mount Rainier: A view of the summit craters at the top
of this active volcano. |
View From Sunrise: The view
of the mountain from the 6,400’ Sunrise area. The Emmons glacier is
the largest by area in the United States (outside of Alaska). |
View From White Pass: A view of Mount Rainier from White Pass in
winter. |
Spotted Owl: Federally listed as
"threatened," they inhabit old growth forests like those in
Mount Rainier National Park. |