5 WA wildflower hikes to take around the Columbia River Gorge
If you're exploring the Columbia River Gorge area this spring or summer, guidebook author Craig Romano recommends these five hikes for flowers.
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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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6 waterfall hikes to take this spring in WA
From Sol Duc Falls to Palouse Falls, here are a half-dozen waterfall-centric hikes to explore as the weather warms and the days get longer.
Peak blossom time: Insider tips from outdoors experts on where, when to walk
Spring has nearly settled on the Seattle area, bringing to life the Emerald City's beloved cherry trees. Here's where to find them blooming in Greater...
4 Seattle-area waterfront walks as winter approaches spring
These four waterfront walks connect you to one of Seattle’s best natural highlights without having to leave city limits or trudge through cold, wet snow.
WA outdoors experts offer tips for hiking during winter
Are snow sports not your speed? You don't have to hang up your hiking boots this winter. We asked experts for tips on hitting the...
6 WA hikes you can take all winter, from the coast to the Cascades
From the Olympic Peninsula to a low-elevation hike near Snoqualmie Pass, check out these six hikes even after snow falls in Western Washington.
Fall in love with the rain on these 6 unique rainy-day hikes
On a rainy day, why not get outside for a treasure hunt? Explore an enchanted sculpture forest, an abandoned mountain town and more on these...
Five hikes on WA trails that follow rivers
Rain doesn't keep Washington hikers away from the trailhead. On an upcoming wet day, try these five low-elevation hikes that trace Cascade and Olympic rivers.
Larch Madness: Check out 5 trails this October as larches turn yellow
Over just a few weeks, larch trees turn yellow before dropping their needles. Washington has precious few larch hot spots; try five less-popular trails this...
Where to see fall colors around Seattle
The city of Seattle's Tree Walks program highlights routes around town lined with trees. Check out these six routes this fall to admire the changing...
