Mount Rainier
Washington, Pierce County, Mount Rainier National Park
Mount Rainier is a massive stratovolcano located 54 miles (87 km) southeast of Seattle in the state of Washington, United States. It is the most topographically prominent mountain in the contiguous United States and the Cascade Volcanic Arc, with a summit elevation of 14,411 feet (4,392 m). Mt. Rainier is considered one of the most dangerous volcanoes in the world, and it is on the Decade Volcano list. Because of its large amount of glacial ice, Mt. Rainier could potentially produce massive lahars... [ Read More at Wikipedia ]
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Volcanoes in the United States
A list of Volcanoes in the United States, with pictures where possible. This list includes dormant, activ...more
