Mt. Rainier rising above Myrtle Falls at sunrise. Nearby wildfire smoke added its colorful influence.

This lovely horsetail waterfall tumbles 72 feet on it's way to the Paradise Valley.

Thanks for taking a look! Always appreciated.

Have a wonderful weekend!

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With close-up views of the massive Emmons Glacier, and hundreds of acres of meadows bursting with wildflowers; Sunrise rivals the more popular Paradise when it comes to scenic splendor. And situated in the park’s drier northeastern corner thanks to Mount Rainier’s rain-shadow effect, Sunrise as the name suggests is also one of the first places in the park to capture morning’s early light.

This morning was special as the skies lit up beautifully with a rosy glow for a spell.

The peak to the left is Tahoma peak. Little Tahoma Peak, also called Little Tahoma, is a satellite peak of Mount Rainier. It is a volcanic remnant. It was part of a larger Mount Rainier which has eroded. If considered on its own, Little Tahoma would be the third-highest peak in Washington.

Happy Friday!

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With the 4th of July falling on a Tuesday this year many Americans are enjoying a 4-day weekend. We're celebrating our Independence (1776) and establishment as a free country.

To celebrate the day I thought I'd post another image of my state's premier mountain, Mt. Rainier. Nature was showing off some natural fireworks this early morning with wildflowers sharing the joy of summer.

Wherever you are enjoy the holiday or the week ahead.

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Bliss!

Thanks for taking a look!

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As I hiked along Mt. Rainier's Skyline trail heading for Panorama Point I kept hoping to see the crown of this majestic mountain. The clouds were shrouding the top most of the way but was pleased to catch this brief opening. Hello there....

Hope your weekend is off to a great start.

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