Our view

Mt. Rainier is at least an hour's drive from the city, maybe closer to two.  At 14,000 ft. it is one of the highest mountains in the US.  Actually, it is number 17, but 12 of the first 13 are in Alaska.  The greatest part is that it is kind of like a beacon for Seattle.  On a clear day it looks like it's right next door and sits back almost as a painted backdrop to the city.  It is really mesmerizing!  Friday evening it was super clear as we were walking around downtown.  It's so pretty!