Cutthroat Lake | Easy Hike, Beautiful Payoff
As an adjective, the word cutthroat is defined as “(of a competitive situation or activity) fierce and intense; involving the use of ruthless measures.” Luckily, Cutthroat Lake in the North Cascades is...
View ArticleHarry’s Ridge | Mount St. Helens Hiking
Hiking at Mount St. Helens is unlike any other experience in Washington. It’s haunting. It’s beautiful. It’s fascinating. It’s downright awesome. And I say that in the truest sense of the word – it...
View ArticleGolden Larch March in the North Cascades
It’s an annual tradition in the Northwest: the golden larch march. Hikers, tourists, and outdoor enthusiasts flock to the mountains in early- to mid-October to see larches as their needles turn bright...
View ArticleBest Time to See Golden Larches in Washington
Leaves change colors every autumn. It’s one of those really special times to live in the Pacific Northwest. Sure, we don’t get the same incredible colors as the Midwest or East Coast, but we get...
View ArticleRainier Glass Studio Blow-Your-Own Glass Activity
As the seasons change in Seattle, so do the activities. When fall rolls around, everyone tends to head indoors. There are only so many times you can go bowling, though. That’s why we offer a fun...
View ArticleBest Time to See Skagit Valley Bald Eagles
If you’re like me, you love to see bald eagles. They can be soaring in the sky or simply sitting in a tree. It’s just always a treat to see our national bird. And if you live in or visit Seattle around...
View ArticleKeechelus Lake Snowshoe Trail
When the weather turns cold in the winter, it’s time to head for the hills – er, mountains of Snoqualmie Pass. There’s no shortage of snowy fun just outside of Seattle. Take the Keechelus Lake snowshoe...
View ArticleFranklin Ghost Town | A Trip Back in Time
It’s not everyday you get to take a walk back in time, but that’s what happens when you visit Franklin ghost town just outside of Black Diamond. Located 37 miles from downtown Seattle (map), Franklin...
View ArticleNeve Camp | North Cascades Backpacking
Over the river and through the woods to Neve Camp we go! Located just 2.5 miles down Thunder Creek trail in North Cascades National Park, Neve Camp (pronounced nev-AY) is a backcountry backpacking...
View ArticleSnoqualmie Pass Snowshoeing Adventure | Gold Creek Pond
We don’t always get snow in Seattle. But that’s okay, because the white stuff is just a short drive away. So, get out the door and check out this Snoqualmie Pass snowshoeing adventure at Gold Creek...
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