Mount Rainier Climbing

This blog is maintained by the Climbing Rangers for use by recreational non-guided climbers and skiers. Use these reports as a baseline but plan for changing conditions.

Tuesday, September 08, 2026

Transition to winter wilderness at Mount Rainier

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Fall has arrived, and with it, changes are in the wind. Climbing and skiing on the upper mountain is now a true wilderness experience, as a...

Climbing Self-Registration 2026/2027

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During the winter, there are two things required to climb or ski (above 10,000' or on glaciers) at Mount Rainier National Park. The fir...

Wednesday, August 26, 2026

Disappointment Cleaver Route Update 8/26/26

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The Disappointment Cleaver continues to provide favorable climbing conditions, with many parties successfully reaching the summit over the p...

Monday, August 17, 2026

Disappointment Cleaver Route Update 8/17/26

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8/13/2026 Thunderheads build behind Little Tahoma, as seen from Camp Muir. Lightning storms can pose a serious hazard to hikers and climbers...

Wednesday, August 12, 2026

Disappointment Cleaver Update 8/7/26

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Seeking an escape from the smoke covering much of the Pacific Northwest, climbers and day-hikers alike are enjoying the fresh mountain air a...

Saturday, August 08, 2026

August on the Emmons

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!Alert! Due to wildfire activity in the Grand Park area, the East side of the park has been closed as of 08/08/2026. The closure is at the...

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