Meadows of wildflowers, scenic trails, geological wonders and an immense tower of a volcano make Mount Rainier National Park one of the most spectacular destinations in the Pacific Northwest. From the area of the mountain known as Paradise, thousands of adventurous climbers set off each year in hopes of reaching the icy summit, only about half of whom will succeed. The park's trails loop through inland temperate rainforest, across suspension bridges and into the clouds themselves.