Northern Washington has some of the most beautiful and diverse trails in the country. Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or a beginner, there is a trail for everyone in this area. With its rugged mountains, lush forests, and stunning coastline, this region is a hiker’s paradise. To help you plan your next outdoor adventure, here are some of the best hikes in northern Washington, featuring Mount Baker, North Cascades National…
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Wildflowers
Read moreThis summer I went on a hike with my mom up at Shrine Pass. My mom wanted to see the high-alpine wildflowers that show off their beautiful colors this time each year. This hike held significance for several reasons. It was the first time doing a hike with any real elevation gain in almost two years. An injury – and chronic pain – has prevented me from hiking, which is…
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7 Adventurous Hikes in the Greater Phoenix Area
Read moreWinter/Spring in Arizona is the best. From January – early April, most days are sunny, mild, and not nearly as dry as you would think it’d be for a desert. Growing up in Colorado, the idea of hiking in 60-degree weather in February was foreign to me until I lived in Phoenix for a winter. It’s safe to say I was hooked. The Valley of the Sun is flat,…
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Taking the Roundabout Way
Read more“This is why you brought me here, Lord,” I thought as I stood awestruck on a trail in Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park. The forest was abundant with neon green foliage, moss crawled over every rock and fallen tree trunk, the air was slightly humid from the nearby ocean. I watched the tops of the ancient giants sway in a soft breeze, marveling at the circumference of the trunks –…
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Yurok Loop & Hidden Beach Trail
Read moreOne of the hidden gems I discovered during my time on the coast of Northern California, was the Yurok Loop and Hidden Beach trails. After two weeks of enduring 100-degree heat and running away from fires that were ravaging the state, the cool and cloudy coast was a nice reprieve. 15 miles south Crescent city, this trail is just off the 101 and features endless greenery through the forest with…
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Olympic National Park – The Ultimate Four Day Itinerary
Read moreOlympic National Park is a magical place. Taking up the northwest corner of Washington state, the park’s 1442 square miles include vibrant rainforests, high alpine glaciers, dramatic rocky beaches, serene waterfalls, and languid lakes. ONP is one of my most favorite places in the entire country because of its ecological diversity and its general remoteness. Surrounded on nearly three sides by water the Olympic Peninsula is not as easily accessible…