SPRING TRIPS Washington's Columbia River Gorge is in Bloom | SPRING TRIPS Soft Beds and Desert Hikes in Washington’s Canyon Country |
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| Open views and fields of wildflowers await on these great hikes on the sunny side of the Columbia River Gorge, plus the best small inns and road food to extend your hikes into a weekend getaway. READ MORE> | Head to Washington's desert canyons for colorful blooming wildflowers, musical birds and mild springtime temps. Check out these trails, inns and campgrounds. READ MORE> |
Urban Trips
City Escape: Bellingham | ||||
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| One of our favorite urban escapes is Bellingham, a smallish city beside the Salish Sea in the shadow of snow-topped Mt. Baker, with a big reputation for livability, cultural attractions, urban hiking, and kid-friendliness. And you don't even need a car to get there. READ MORE> | ||||
LOCAVORE TRIP
Locavore Trip: Lummi Island | ||||
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| Your locavore life awaits on this bucolic Salish Sea island off the coast of Bellingham. Book a stay at Nettles Farm and cook up your own farm-fresh eats, or splurge on dinner at nearby Willows Inn. READ MORE> | ||||
CAMPING
PRO TIP: Plan Your Summer Camping Now | SPRING OUTDOORS
Steamboat Rock State Park | OUTDOOR GEAR
How to Choose Your Next Camping Tent |
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From national parks to state lands, these are the prime Washington state campgrounds that require early reservations, plus where to book last-minute. READ MORE> | In the heart of Washington's Grand Coulee desert country is a hiker's paradise, Steamboat Rock State Park. Make it your basecamp as you explore this region of geologic wonder. READ MORE> | Tips for choosing a great camping tent for your needs, from whether you need a rainfly to picking the best size and shape. READ MORE> |
