Hoary Marmots are large rodents that live primarily in alpine areas, and are one of the more common animals you can spot on Mount Rainier. I took these marmot photographs in early October from the Skyline Trail above the Paradise visitor center. The marmots appeared to be busily preparing their burrow for the upcoming winter.
![A Hoary Marmot Brings Grass To Its Burrow](http://mcmikephoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/MountRainierMarmotMTMScreen7934.jpg)
![Hoary Marmot at Paradise Area on Mount Rainier](http://mcmikephoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/MountRainierMarmotMTMPrint7959-683x1024.jpg)
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