Ascent of Mount Rainier

On August 14, I set out with three companion to summit Mount Rainier. At 9:15 am yesterday, August 15, we reached the summit crater.

The climb was well-documented with a digital camera, but here are some snapshots I took with my iPhone.


Mount Rainier seen from Muir Snowfield


Summit crater of Mount Rainier


Me, Ryan, and Tim (left to right) on Columbia Crest looking northwest toward Seattle.


Me on Columbia Crest with Mount Adams in background

Comprehensive post to follow.

Mount Rainier Weather Forecast

I've been refreshing this page continuously for the past few days. If the forecast is correct, the summit should be warm and relatively calm. I'll have my four thermal layers nevertheless, but I feel the need to post the current forecast (below the break).


Mount Rainier, August 22, 2009

Mount Rainier Climbing Information

Here are some Mount Rainier climbing resources if you're interested.

Climbing information

Climbing routes (look for Paradise Routes - this is the best topographic map of the route to summit)

Route information

Equipment checklist

Weather forecast