Columbia River Gorge: Cheap Sleeps and Wildflower Hikes
Are you in search of sunshine, open vistas and fields of wildflowers? Don’t wait for summer–find these adventures now on the sunny Washington side of
Lauren Braden’s new book, 52 Ways to Nature, Washington: Your Seasonal Guide to a Wilder Year, is now available for pre-order!
Best Lake Camping in Washington
When I was a kid growing up in the Midwest going camping meant three things: camping by a lake, swimming in a lake, and
CAMP & HIKE: Fort Flagler State Park
How about a hike with a history lesson? Fort Flagler State Park is one of five impressive military installations that were established in close proximity to
Find Cool Geology at Mount St. Helens
Hiking the trails on this active volcano is like stepping into an outdoor classroom, where geologic forces of the past teach us about nature’s recovery and renewal.
Five Great Urban Paddles
One of the coolest things about living near the water? Getting out into it. In much of the Pacific Northwest, our cities and neighborhoods
Q: Old Growth Forest Hikes Near Seattle?
Dear TripFinder, My son is only five and he is already obsessed with forest ecosystems. He can identify several trees, mosses and ferns! I’d
Six Great Camping Getaways from Portland
We paired six fabulous campgrounds near Portland, Oregon with great nearby hiking trails and post-hike eateries. Keep your camping gear at-the-ready all summer long
STAY & PLAY: Hiking Lake Quinault on Washington’s Olympic Peninsula
In the southwest corner of Olympic National Park at the base of a verdant rainforest lies a large, glacial-carved lake. On chilly mornings, a
STAY & PLAY: Spring Desert Hikes in Washington’s Canyon Country
Head to Washington’s desert canyons for colorful blooming wildflowers, musical birds and mild springtime temps. Check out these trails, inns and campgrounds. Both Washington
Waterfall Weekend: Columbia River Gorge
I know it’s unconventional, but I don’t subscribe to the idea of “summer vacation.” Here’s the deal: my family takes our vacations in small,
