Everything you need to know to have a blast outside this spring in WA
Some say summer doesn't start till July 4 in Seattle. To that we say: Take a hike this May. From camping tips to fun features,...
Northwest Hikes
Where to stretch your legs and explore the outdoors in the Pacific Northwest, from Poo Poo Point to the Pacific Crest Trail.
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Mountain views and waterfalls, too: Hiking ideas near Mount Rainier
As trails near Mount Rainier thaw this spring and summer, check out these waterfall hikes in the area (plus a miniature waterfall road trip around...
Backpacking, climbing and 7 other WA outdoors classes to take in 2025
In the wake of REI closing its Experiences division, which offered classes and adventure travel, here are other Evergreen State courses to consider.
4 winter hikes to take in WA state if you don’t have snowshoes
Hiking in the winter doesn't have to mean trudging through snow. You just have to find some low-elevation hikes to take instead. Here are a...
This treasured WA winter wonderland is a blast to explore on snowshoes
This easily accessible alpine area in Olympic National Park is one of the state's premiere snowshoeing destinations.
Curious about winter camping? Try these 5 beginner-friendly WA spots
These state Sno-Parks are a great option for winter-curious campers.
Skip Black Friday shopping to walk this family-friendly wildlife trail
McLane Creek Nature Trail is a gentle, 1.1-mile loop in Capitol State Forest with abundant wildlife-viewing opportunities.
Ice age’s largest waterfall is now one of WA’s best outdoor adventure sites
Less than a four-hour drive from Seattle, this state park makes for a great day trip or weekend getaway during the Pacific Northwest's long winters.
5 WA larch hikes to try before the brief, golden season ends
Summer may be fading, but there's an upside: Our fleeting larch season will soon be upon us.
Why late summer is the best time to hike around Mount Baker
Craving a hike with an up-close view of mighty Mount Baker, aka Koma Kulshan? Check out these five standout trails as fall creeps up in...
