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) ...

Our neighbor to the north is sometimes seen as a rival, but we just love the outdoors, and there’s no question ...

This includes Mount Rainier and Olympic National Parks, which usually cost $30 for a vehicle pass, according to the NPS ...

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 ...

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.

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

Ice Peaks was supposed to sprawl across Washington, from the Canadian border to Mount Adams. But politics got in the way.

GREENWATER, Wash. — A 3.7 magnitude earthquake was reported near the town of Greenwater, south of Snoqualmie Pass, on Sunday ...

Gene Park is a reporter for The Washington Post, covering video games and gaming culture. He joined The Post in 2015 as audience editor, and is a former reporter in the West Coast and Pacific region.

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

This luxurious glamping dome near Mount Rainier boasts modern amenities and all the comforts of home, but with incredible night sky views.

Seattle's typically mild and pleasant spring weather is perfect for exploring rich landscapes and enjoying the outdoors.