Known as “The Mountain” to many locals, Mount Rainier has become the unofficial state logo. Towering over the state at 14,411 feet, this stunning mountain is one of my favorite sites to see on a sunny day in Seattle. Even though you can see it from most places in Seattle, it’s about 90 miles southeast […]
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Of all the parks in the United States, Mount Rainier National Park is the one I frequent the most. You’ll find me there basically any time of the year – snowshoeing in the winter, going on wildflower hikes in late summer, and looking for fall foliage in the fall season. While I sometimes do day […]
British Columbia, Canada, Road Trips, United States, Washington
15 Stunning Stops on a Seattle to Vancouver Road Trip
Going on a Seattle to Vancouver road trip is a drive that I love taking multiple times a year, whether I’m headed to Whistler or stopping by Vancouver. However, as much as I enjoy the drive, it can be a bit tiring to go the full distance without stopping. That’s why I always make it […]
With gorgeous rainforests, alpine highlands, and beautiful lakeshores, the Olympic Peninsula provides the perfect opportunity for a spectacular weekend vacation from Seattle. It’s famous for hiking, camping, and of course, going on a legendary Olympic Peninsula road trip. I’ve visited the Olympic Peninsula about a dozen times over the years, and I always find myself […]
One of the many reasons why I love living in Seattle is the chance to see whales during certain times of the year. Although it does make me laugh when my out-of-town guests think we’ll see whales anytime we’re on the water, it is true that you have a higher chance of seeing them during […]