Forests, mountains, orchards, and wineries.

Pacific Northwest travel guides from the area’s biggest fan.

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Burnt Lake Hike

Take a peaceful hike to a lake that reflects Mount Hood’s summit.

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Ramona Falls Hike

How to visit Mount Hood’s most popular waterfall (safely).

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Silver Star Mountain in Any Car [Grouse Vista Trail]

See five Cascade peaks on an incredible trail only an hour from Portland.

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Salt Creek Falls and Diamond Creek Falls

Visit two gorgeous waterfalls on an easy hike through a peaceful forest.

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Proxy Falls Hike

Try out this short hike to two incredible waterfalls in the central Cascades.

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Mirror Lake Trail

Take a short hike to a stunning alpine lake.

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Chinidere Mountain Hike

Find incredible Cascade Mountain views at the end of this short and rewarding hike.

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Black Butte Trail

Take a short hike to a panorama of Cascade peaks.

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5 Easy Snowshoe Trails near Portland

Beginner-friendly snowshoeing on the slopes of Mount Hood.

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Government Camp to Enid Lake Snowshoe Trail

Try this easy and rewarding beginner snowshoe trail.

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How to Take the Mt Hood Express to Timberline Lodge

Tips for taking the bus to Mt Hood.

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How to Snowshoe at Timberline Lodge

Guide to exploring Mt Hood’s high elevations in winter.

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Detailed Directions to Abiqua Falls

How to find this hidden and stunning waterfall near Silverton, OR.

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10 Best Short Hikes Near Mt Hood

The most rewarding trails under 6 miles around Mt Hood.

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3 Incredible Short Hikes at Timberline Lodge

Try out the best high-elevation hikes under 5 miles on the slopes of Mt Hood.

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How to See the Ape Cave

Explore a 2,000-year-old, 2.5-mile lava tube in Washington.

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The Lewis River’s Magnificent Waterfalls

Find unbelievable waterfall splendor in the heart of Washington’s Gifford Pinchot National Forest.

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Tamolitch Blue Pool Hike

Hike to one of Oregon’s most popular and stunning natural wonders.

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7 Incredible Waterfall Hikes at Silver Falls State Park

Hike to up to ten waterfalls at Oregon’s most stunning state park.

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Silver Falls State Park in Winter

Highlights and tips for visiting this breathtaking Oregon state park in the off-season.

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