Mount Rainier is seen through the foreground conifers. Its snow-capped peak stands out against the blue sky.Under the blue sky, Mount Rainier's snow and rock face illuminated by the summer sunThe summit of Mount Rainier and the surrounding snowfields illuminated by the afternoon light.
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Mount Rainier

Mount Rainier, visible even from the Seattle area, is a sacred mountain symbolizing the American Northwest. Its majestic form, covered in snow and glaciers, displays different expressions depending on the season and time of day, inspiring awe and wonder in people since ancient times.

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A Giant Peak Standing on the Snowfield ― Mount Rainier

Mount Rainier (elevation 4,392m), an iconic symbol of Washington State, USA, is an active volcano towering approximately 80km southeast of Seattle. On a winter morning, the sight of its snow-capped form emerging in the crystal-clear air evokes a profound sense of the divine. The beautiful contrast with the coniferous forests spreading at its base creates a moment where nature’s grandeur and profound stillness coexist.

夏Remaining Snow ― Mount Rainier as seen from the south face

Mount Rainier boasts 26 glaciers, making it one of the largest ice and snow reservoirs in the continental United States. The snow that remains white even as the seasons progress is why this mountain is called the “Guardian of the Glaciers.” Melting snow feeds the surrounding lakes and rivers, serving as a water source for the entire Seattle area.

Distant View of Mount Rainier ― Gentle Afternoon Light

Mount Rainier, bathed in the soft light of day, reveals a different kind of tranquility than at dawn or dusk. The bluish-white tone enveloping the entire mountain evokes the crisp air of the Pacific Northwest, offering visitors a quiet sense of wonder.

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2025.10.31

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