hiking

If you like wildflowers and live in the Pacific Northwest, now is the time to hit the trails because Springtime is prime time for wildflower hikes, and the Columbia River Gorge has some stunning options.

The Santiam Wagon Road, built as a toll road in the 1860s, was the only way over the Cascade Mountains for nearly 70 years. Providing ranchers and settlers access to Central Oregon. Now it's an amazing hike for all to see.

This popular cave hike requires visitors to make their way through small openings, crouch lower than 45 inches at times, and hike up over 500 stair steps. Are you up for the challenge?

The Selkirk Mountains stretch across two states, from the northeast corner of Washington through the Idaho panhandle and into British Columbia. This rugged mountain range is part of the Columbia Mountains, and its incredible beauty attracts sightseers and outdoor enthusiasts from around the world...

There is a place on Earth that resembles the surface of the moon. So much so that NASA sent astronauts to train there. The Dee Wright Observatory in Oregon is worth the trip!

The Twin Pillars hike in Oregon is a scenic trail located in the Mill Creek Wilderness area of the Ochoco National Forest. This hike is well-known for its unique rock formations, known as the Twin Pillars, which are towering volcanic spires.

The Guler Ice Cave is part of a larger network of lava tubes that formed when molten lava flowed beneath the surface, leaving hollow tunnels behind. At a length of about 650 feet, it’s a manageable exploration for most families.

Besides growling, hissing, purring, and screaming, cougars chirp. Yes, like a bird or a small animal.

The season for the changing of colors is here - and in true Washington style, that means enjoying the golden colors of the larch tree. Check out our guide with the most recommended trails by hikers.

The Pacific Northwest is a camper’s paradise. And, if you’re seeking solitude and connection with the great outdoors, Washington State delivers, with hundreds of options to choose from. Here’s a list of 5 amazing choices for remote camping.