Forests, mountains, orchards, and wineries.
Pacific Northwest travel guides from someone who lives there.
20 Best Short Hikes in the Columbia Gorge
Try the Columbia River Gorge’s most rewarding hikes under 5 miles long.
5 Great Hikes at Beacon Rock State Park
Climbing to the top of Beacon Rock is only the beginning of this extraordinary park.
Hike to Goat Marsh Lake
Find picture-perfect Mount St Helens views and ecological diversity on this short hike.
15 Fun and Easy Things to Do at Mt Rainier National Park
Find magnificent viewpoints and short hikes on the slopes of Mt Rainier.
Hike to Carter Falls and Madcap Falls in Mt Rainier National Park
Follow the Wonderland Trail out to two lovely waterfalls on the slopes of Mt Rainier.
Hike to Bench Lake and Snow Lake in Mt Rainier National Park
Reach two serene alpine lakes on this lesser-known trail in Mt Rainier National Park.
Quick Guide to Visiting Mt Rainier National Park in October
Find tips for fall travel to this incredible national park.
How to Watch Salmon Migrate at Bonneville Dam
See the best of Bonneville Lock and Dam, including its underwater fish-viewing windows.
Quick Guide to Dougan Falls
Everything to know about one of Washington’s best swimming holes.
7 Fun Things to Do near Mount Adams
See mountain vistas, waterfalls, and alpine lakes near this stunning peak in the Cascade Mountains.
How to Hike to Washington’s Hardy Falls (and beyond!)
Visit Hardy Falls, Rodney Falls, and Pool of the Winds on this incredible hiking trail in the Columbia Gorge.
Washington’s Mysterious Mima Mounds
Explore a puzzling geological landscape just outside of Olympia, Washington.
Easy Snowshoeing to Keechelus Lake near Snoqualmie Pass
Try out this easy snowshoeing adventure less than an hour away from Seattle.
16 Fun Things to Do in Long Beach, WA
Explore the laid-back beach town of Long Beach, Washington, and the jaw-dropping natural beauty that surrounds it.
Columbia Hills Petroglyphs and Horsethief Butte (Plus a Winery Visit!)
Explore highlights of Washington’s incredible Eastern Columbia Gorge.
Annual Recreation Passes of Oregon and Washington
A detailed guide to choosing which passes are right for you this year.
Lyle Cherry Orchard Trail and Cathedral Ridge Winery
Head out on an adventure day full of wildflowers and incredible views.
Coyote Wall, the Labyrinth Trail, and Hawkins Cellars
This week we head to Washington to continue our search for the best Columbia Gorge wildflower hikes - and wine of course!
A Day in Maryhill, WA
How to spend a perfect day in Maryhill, WA, in the Eastern Columbia Gorge.