Mount Ranier is a majestic peak located in Washington state, USA. It has been known by several synonyms over the years including Tahoma, Tacoma or Rainier. The mountain is a popular tourist destination, attracting more than two million visitors each year. It is also a source of inspiration for artists and writers. Native Americans of the Tlingit and Puyallup tribes consider Mount Ranier as a sacred mountain. The snow-capped peak of Mount Ranier is visible from Seattle and is considered to be one of the most iconic landmarks of the Pacific Northwest region of the USA.