Rainier Summit Trip Report 2012
My July 2012 climb of Mt. Rainier was unique and complex, representing the best human spirit and a mountaineer’s courage. I know—that is quite the setup. Rainier, located in Washington State just outside Seattle, is a jewel for US mountaineering. It has more glaciers, around 26 than any other US peak and one of the […]
Rainier Summit Trip Report 2004
After two “non-summit” years on Everest, I was down and wanted a summit. I contacted new and old friends about a Rainier climb, and the Rainier 9 was born. We trained together and virtually for a year to prepare; for many of the team, this would be their first true snow climb. Since we signed […]
Rainier Home
Summited July 10, 2004, July 31, 2012 and July 8, 2015. Washington State, US: Mt. Rainier (14,411’/4392) I have summited Rainier three times, in 2004, 2012, and 2015, summiting through different routes. Overview The National Park Service (NPS) has stopped publishing detailed statistics for Rainer, so this is the latest available. Mount Rainier National Park […]
Rainier FAQ
About Mt. Rainier The National Park Service (NPS) has stopped publishing detailed statistics for Rainer, so this is the latest available. Q: Where is Mt. Rainier? A: Rainier National Park in Washington State, US. It is a popular North American climb, with 10,000 attempts each year. The nearest major city is Seattle, and the major […]