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From Subalpine Lakes to Old-Growth Forests: Hiking in North Cascades National Park

  North Cascades National Park Tucked away in northern Washington just south of the Canadian border, North Cascades National Park is a rugged sanctuary of jagged alpine peaks, glac...

Most beautiful places in Washington State 

Picture this: a steep climb rewards you with stunning views at Granite Mountain—Crystal Lake and Mount Rainier await at the top. What a journey! Continue reading…

Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest: Exploring Picture Lake and Artist Ridge

  Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest Hugging the western slopes of the Cascades, Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest is a breathtaking stretch of Pacific Northwest wildernes...

Instagram-favorite tree may face changes in warming PNW

BLUE LAKE, North Cascades — Rounding a bend, a clearing in the trail gave way to a golden vista. Larches dotted the bowl below the peaks and crowned the ridgeline.

I smell maple syrup!

I’m so close to Canada I can smell maple syrup! Myself and a big group of thru-hikers are holed up at the Lion’s Den in Mazama, Washington, waiting for a break in the rain and snow...

Year 2 Day 3 – W7-29 Sitkum Creek

Descending from White Pass, Glacier Peak was prominent and directly in front of me. The terrain wasn't difficult, but I found myself slowing down to repeatedly take photos of the v...

Mount Rainier’s Skyline Trail boasts warm fall palette

Tacoma — There are few things as invigorating as a Pacific Northwest trail in the fall. If you find the right one, it’ll be crisp, involve the mountains in one way or another and h...

Hello Washington!

The day I have been waiting for has arrived, its time to traverse through the iconic Presidential Range. The post Hello Washington! appeared first on The Trek.

Olympic National Park: Rainforests, Waterfalls, and Beaches in the Pacific Northwest

  Olympic National Park Nestled in the far northwestern corner of Washington State, Olympic National Park stands as one of the country’s most ecologically diverse wildernesses. Off...

PCT Washington Sections H & I: Cascade Locks to Snoqualmie Pass (Miles 2150.2–2396.5)

Note: I am hiking the PCT while working full-time remotely. I work Monday through Thursday from my RV, and trail run some Monday-Thursday nights and hike Friday through Sunday befo...

Mount Rainier Hike Jigsaw Puzzle

A hiking trail at Mount Rainier in Washington.

ICE hits families camping in Washington

SEATTLE — As fears mounted over increased immigration arrests and deportations across Washington, five Snohomish County families believed their favorite campgrounds in Mount Baker-...

Parts of Mount Rainier National Park open again after wildfires

White River Campground in Mount Rainier National Park reopened Saturday after this summer’s wildfires in the park.

Bear Strolls Down Cliffside Trail @ Glacier National Park

Day 1- Ozette Triangle- Olympic National Park

Dear Brandy “Pumbaa” Sales of the Summer of 1989. This is Brandy “Pumbaa” Sales from September 8, 2026. I’m writing to tell you that today, September 8, 2026, you are backpacking i...

5 Washington Ski Resorts to Visit When the Snow Falls

When the snow falls, you can hide or glide! And we have the best ski resorts for you to glide at! Check out our list... Continue reading…

Gains made on wildfire burning north of Marblemount

The Electric Fire that is burning seven miles north of Marblemount is now 24% contained.

Year 2 Day 1 – M7-27 Stevens Pass to Lake Janus

I arrived at Stevens Pass around 2:30PM, so I found out where to park my car, changed into trail clothes, finished loading my pack, and safely stowed the rest in my car. Around 3:3...

Kayaker Paddles Over 186 Foot Palouse Waterfall in Washington State

Kayaker James Shimizu paddles over one the biggest navigable waterfalls in the world.

THE FKT

I love walking in the forest. It felt like a very quintessential Pacific Northwest kind of day. I packed up camp and started hiking in my puffy jacket. The air is starting to get a...

This Washington Ski Resort Saw Snow This Weekend

The mountain is shrinking. How warming temperatures are affecting Mount Rainier

Tahoma, Mount Rainier, the crown jewel of the Pacific Northwest and fifth-highest mountain in the contiguous United States, is shrinking.

Oregon

 Oregon     We are off to the Oregon coast to go crabbing. 

Days 120 – 123: Welcome to the Grind aka Goodbye Oregon & Hello Washington

Thoughts From The Trail: Walking across the Bridge of the Gods I dwelled on how fast Oregon had passed.  While 18 days is no record, I had enjoyed multiple Neros and taken Zeros in...