On a clear sunny day in the Seattle/Tacoma area of Washington State, the locals often remark “The Mountain is out.” Gaze eastward and you, too, will see The Mountain, a 14,410-foot-tall (4,392 meters) ...

From the adorable but deadly pine marten to the massive sperm whale, get to know some of the amazing animals that call ...

We have more updates to report, one of which involves Mount Rainier National Park. We'll take a look at the recent advisory posted by the National Park Service, and the rescues th ...

From Spokane to Seattle, Bellingham to the Columbia River Gorge, Washington has a bounty of beautiful destinations for ...

Federal layoffs have created chaos for Northwest public lands, and a cascade of damaging environmental consequences appears ...

The best way to get around Mount Rainier National Park is by car since the park does not provide shuttle buses. On a summer weekend, it can be difficult or impossible to find parking at the ...

Park rangers at Mount Rainier National Park in Washington are urging visitors to remember that wintry conditions can still be found on the iconic mountain and that they should come prepared for them.

There's also free covered parking for bicycles. Tickets can be purchased in advance through the zoo's website. Mt. Rainier National Park Day Tour from Seattle (2741 reviews) ...

Earthquakes often precede volcanic activity, and the park’s numerous geothermal features are constant reminders of the active magma chamber beneath. Scientists closely monitor seismic activity to ...

Though found in Everglades National Park, you can spot this interesting bird on the coast of Texas and some areas of Louisiana. The stance shown here has a great purpose (other than showing off ...

Each April, the National Park Service celebrates National Park Week with daily programming and special events. This year, the ...