Mt. Rainier

While in Washington, we were able to spend quite a bit of time sight seeing.  I wrote about what we did in the Seattle area (and thanks to everyone who gave me even MORE Seattle area ideas!).  I wanted to write about and post pictures of MT. Rainier.

I think the MT. Rainier area has some of the most beautiful scenery I have ever seen, not only the majestic mountain itself, but the valleys, meadows, and waterfalls too. Hiking to the Grove of the Patriarchs was an adventure and when we actually got to the the Grove itself….Oh, the ancient trees were inspiring!  My sister and brother-in-law are avid hikers so I brought them home a map of the multitude of trails that run through the area.  I hope someday they will make the trip to MT. Rainier for some serious hiking, either in the summer or winter (they snowshoe and cross country ski too.).  Their favorite location is Colorado but I’ll get them to Washington yet!

People ask me how our Alaskan trip was and I, of course, wax poetic on the wonders of Alaska.  However, if a person can’t afford to go there, a wise choice would be MT. Rainier as you can see gorgeous scenery and take a Wildlife Trek too. 

            A waterfall

                                                        Behind MT. Rainier

On the trail to the Grove                        

                                                                                                 The Grove

[tags]MT. Rainier, Washington, wildlife[/tags]