Washington Travel Guide
Washington is the land of green forests and epic mountains. We’ve adventured around Washington extensively and documented our travels there.
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11 Awesome Things to Do on Bainbridge Island: Complete Guide
From seaside parks and trails to local eats and hidden art, here's our guide to the best things to do on Bainbridge Island.
11 Incredible Hikes Near Seattle: Complete Guide
If you're in Seattle and looking to hit the trails, these are the hikes I'd recommend without hesitation.
12 Unique Things to Do in Mount Rainier: Complete Travel Guide
Our list focuses on things that most people can do regardless of fitness level. But we'll also share our favorite hikes and a few...
20 Incredible Hikes in Mount Rainier: Complete Travel Guide
Whether you’re looking for the best viewpoints, high peaks, or just exploration, these are my all-time favorite hikes in Mount Rainier.
27 Incredible Things to Do in Seattle: Complete Travel Guide
From cozy indoor activites, to epic outdoor spaces, Seattle is full of things to do.
8 Amazing Things to Do in Leavenworth in Winter: Complete Guide
Whether you’re looking to go on a sleigh ride, fly down an alpine coaster, or just stroll through its Bavarian-styled streets, Leavenworth in the...
Bench and Snow Lake in Mount Rainier: Complete Hiking Guide
Hiking to Bench and Snow Lakes in Mount Rainier is one of the best easy hikes you can do in the National Park.
Blue Lake Trail in North Cascades: Complete Hiking Guide
The Blue Lake Trail is a classic Washington hike. It's short, relatively easy, and dog-friendly, making it an accessible trail in the otherwise rugged...
Bridal Veil Falls in Washington: Complete Hiking Guide
Bridal Veil Falls is a short hike with a front-row seat to a massive, misty waterfall.
Burroughs Mountain Trail in Mount Rainier: Complete Hiking Guide
The Burroughs Mountain Trail goes up into a high elevation tundra-like landscape, nearing the summit of Mount Rainier.
Carter Falls in Mount Rainier: Complete Hiking Guide
The trail to Carter and Madcap Falls is a short hike through the forest to two waterfalls along the Paradise River in Mount Rainier.
Comet Falls in Mount Rainier: Complete Hiking Guide
At over 300 feet, Comet Falls is the tallest waterfall in Mount Rainier National Park.
Curtis Ridge Trail in Mount Rainier: Complete Hiking Guide
The Curtis Ridge Trail goes up the sidewall of the Carbon Glacier, giving you an up close view of the icy Willis Wall and...
Cutthroat Pass in North Cascades: Complete Hiking Guide
The trail to Cutthroat Pass hikes through larch-covered landscapes, leading to granite mountain vistas along the Pacific Crest Trail.
Dege Peak Trail in Mount Rainier: Complete Guide
Dege Peak is a short hike in the Sunrise area of Mount Rainier that has big views without big crowds.
Dirty Harry’s Balcony: Complete Hiking Guide
Dirty Harry’s Balcony is a rocky ledge with sweeping views over the mountains and the I-90 corridor in Washington. But in my opinion, some...
Ebey’s Landing on Whidbey Island: Complete Hiking Guide
The Ebey's Landing hike skirts a coastal bluff to provide the best sunset views on Whidbey Island.
Emerald Ridge in Mt Rainier National Park: Complete Hiking Guide
The hike to Emerald Ridge gets you right inside a subalpine meadow with views of the Tahoma Glacier and Mount Rainier's rugged southwestern face.
Franklin Falls in Winter: Complete Hiking Guide
In this guide, I'll share how to visit Franklin Falls in winter when the waterfall freezes into a wall of ice.
Fremont Lookout Hike in Mount Rainier: Complete Guide
The Fremont Lookout is a wooden fire watch tower with one of the all time best views in Mount Rainier National Park.
Gobblers Knob Hike in Mt Rainier National Park: Complete Guide
Perched on a rocky summit, the Gobblers Knob fire lookout is one of the most incredible views of Mount Rainier.
Goose Rock Trail in Deception Pass: Complete Hiking Guide
The Goose Rock Trail is a short hike in Deception Pass that goes up to the higest point on Whidbey Island.
Heather Lake Trail in Washington: Complete Hiking Guide
Heather Lake is a short hike that climbs through a dense, mossy forest to a quiet alpine lake nestled beneath the jagged ridges of...
Heybrook Lookout in Washington: Complete Hiking Guide
The Heybrook Lookout trail is the perfect hike for beginners or those looking for epic views with limited time.
High Lakes Loop in Mount Rainier: Complete Hiking Guide
The High Lakes Loop in Mount Rainier turns away from the mountain - and instead features lakes, meadows, and the Faraway Rock viewpoint overlooking...
Lake 22 Trail in Washington: Complete Hiking Guide
Winding through old-growth forests and alpine landscapes, Lake 22 is one of the best day hikes near Seattle.
Lake George Hike in Mount Rainier National Park: Complete Guide
Lake George is peaceful alpine lake tucked away in Mount Rainier’s backcountry.
Maple Pass Loop in the North Cascades: Complete Hiking Guide
Ascending up to an open ridgeline, the Maple Pass Loop hikes through an alpine meadow dotted by larches in the fall and wildflowers in...
Mason Lake Hike in Washington: Complete Guide
The hike to Mason Lake is a steady uphill climb through forest and rocky slopes with views of Mount Rainier.
Mount Catherine Hike in Washington: Complete Guide
Mount Catherine is a short but sweet hike to a rocky summit with panoramic views of Mount Rainier looming in the distance.
Natural Bridge in Mount Rainier: Complete Hiking Guide
The Natural Bridge is a stone archway perched high above the ground near Mount Rainier's Northern Loop Trail.
Nisqually Vista Trail in Mount Rainier: Complete Hiking Guide
The Nisqually Vista Trail is a short paved trail packed with views of the summit of Mount Rainier and the Nisqually river valley.
Panhandle Gap in Mount Rainier: Complete Hiking Guide
At 6,800 feet in elevation, the icy moraine landscape of Panhandle Gap is the highest point on Mount Rainier's Wonderland Trail.
Pinnacle Peak in Mount Rainier: Complete Hiking Guide
Pinnacle Peak is a rocky mountain in the Tatoosh Range of Mount Rainier National Park
Plummer Peak in Mount Rainier: Complete Hiking Guide
Just a bit further past the end of the Pinnacle Peak Trail is one of the best views of Mount Rainier: Plummer Peak
Ruby Falls in Mount Rainier: Complete Hiking Guide
Ruby Falls is a waterfall hidden along the Paradise River in Mount Rainier.
Scenic Hot Springs in Washington: Complete Guide
Scenic Hot Springs was renovated in 2024 and now has a large stone pool. We went there and put together this guide to help...
Silver Forest Trail in Mount Rainier National Park: Complete Guide
The Silver Forest Trail is a short, easy hike in the Sunrise area of Mount Rainier National Park.
Skyline Trail in Mount Rainier: Complete Hiking Guide
With subalpine meadows, glaciers, and panoramic views of distant peaks, the Skyline Trail is the one hike in Mount Rainer that has it all.
Skyscraper Mountain in Mount Rainier: Complete Hiking Guide
Skyscraper Mountain provides panoramic views of jagged peaks, grassy parks, and of course, the summit of Mount Rainier.
Snow Lake Trail in Washington: Hiking Guide
The hike to Snow Lake is a steady uphill trek that leads to an alpine lake framed by granite cliffs and lingering snowfields.
Summerland Trail in Mount Rainier: Complete Hiking Guide
The wildflower meadows of Summerland are one of Mount Rainier’s most incredible areas.
Talapus and Olallie Lakes Hike: Complete Guide
The hike to Talapus and Olallie Lakes is a trek through forests of western red cedar and hemlock to two alpine lakes nestled beneath...
Tubal Cain Mine to Buckhorn Lake (with Plane Crash)
The Tubal Cain Trail in Washington goes through the Olympic National Forest and ascends gently up a valley before taking you to the emerald-colored...
Wallace Falls Hike in Washington: Complete Guide
Wallace Falls is a classic Washington hike that takes you through lush forest to three waterfall viewpoints.
