One of the most beautiful places in Washington is Olympic National Park, but up until the past few years, I had only visited it a few times. I always thought about making plans to go but would make an excuse that it was too far away. That was until I started hiking there and discovered […]
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Hiking, National Parks, United States, Washington
15 Best Hikes in Mount Rainier National Park You Need to Do
One of the best things about Washington is how many hiking trails there are all over the state. While I love hiking in the Cascade Mountains, some of my favorite hikes are in the national parks we have in the state. Some of the most scenic ones are at Mount Rainier, which is why I […]
If you live in Washington, you likely know at least one person who always talks about the next hike they’ll be doing. Many of us love hiking like no other and will spend a weekend hiking miles upon miles, but that’s not doable for everyone. That’s why I’ve slowly been compiling a list of easy […]
Hiking, Outdoor Activities, United States, Washington
How to Climb Mt. St. Helens – Everything You Need to Know
If you’re looking for a new adventure in the Pacific Northwest, try climbing Mt. St. Helens. Yes, this is the same mountain that had an explosion in 1980. That means yes, you’ll be climbing an active volcano. While it’s five miles to the top, a 4,000-foot elevation gain is no joke. When my friend asked […]
Located in the southwest corner of Utah, Zion National Park was the state’s first national park. It’s named after the Hebrew word for refuge, as it offers refuge from the everyday stresses of life. Even though it’s located in an arid part of the country, there are plenty of beautiful, easy hikes in Zion to […]