Have you heard of Stehekin before? When I told my friends I was going there this summer, the majority of them responded, “Where is that?” For those who don’t know, it’s a very remote town at the top of Lake Chelan that you can only reach by boat, floatplane, or hiking. You may be surprised […]
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North Cascades National Park Day Trip from Seattle: One-Day Itinerary (2026)
North Cascades National Park is one of Washington’s most underrated national parks, just two hours northeast of Seattle and packed with alpine lakes, glaciers, and dramatic mountain views. I’ve been hiking and exploring the park since 2019 and have done dozens of day trips here over the years, with my favorite being October to catch […]
The North Cascades are one of Washington’s most spectacular hiking destinations, with hundreds of miles of trails through alpine lakes, glaciers, old-growth forests, and dramatic mountain ridges. The park sits about two hours northeast of Seattle and stays under the radar compared to bigger Washington national parks like Mt. Rainier, which means more solitude on […]
As a longtime Seattle local who loves all the summer activities the city has to offer, I’m frequently asked, “When is the best time to visit Seattle?” There’s something to do in every season, but you can’t beat Seattle in the summer. The weather is warm, the sun’s out most days, and there’s no shortage […]
Hiking is one of my favorite ways to explore Washington State, and after years of doing it with my family, I’ve put together my list of the best easy hikes in Washington across the state. Whether you’re new to hiking, traveling with young kids, or just looking for a low-effort day in nature, the easy […]