Backpacking to Hole in the Wall
A quick trip to Hole in the Wall in Olympic National Park - a perfect for year-round backpacking. You can extend your trip by hiking along the North Coast or South Coast. The options are endless.
Quinault Loop Trail
Located 40 minutes from the Kalaloch Campground, the easy 5 mile hike takes you through lush rainforests and a few waterfalls. Cross a few well-maintained bridges and a boardwalk that takes you through a bog. Explore the towering Douglas Fir and the animals that reside within this coastal terrain of Olympic National Park.
A Guide to Backpacking Thornton Lakes in the North Cascades
One of the North Cascades' most underrated backpacking trips — 11.2 miles to an alpine lake, a rough access road, and how to get a backcountry permit.
Big Cottonwood Canyon Scenic Byway
Don’t miss out on the other side of Utah. Stop by Big Cottonwood Canyon Scenic Byway if you’re feeling a little lazy and want to enjoy massive views inside your car. Feeling active? There are plenty of hikes and campgrounds along the byway to stretch your legs.
A Guide to the Chain Lakes Loop: Mount Baker's Most Rewarding Beginner Backpacking Trip
Mount Baker on one side, Mount Shuksan on the other, alpine lakes in between — and I still haven't gotten tired of this loop after five trips.
One of the most iconic loops in Washington: Mount Baker, Mount Shuksan, and a string of alpine lakes in between. I've hiked it four or five times now and it still doesn't get old.
A Guide to Hiking to Dege Peak in Mount Rainier National Park
A quick hike in the Sunrise area of Mount Rainier National Park. Get 360 degrees views of the surrounding peaks and enjoy solitude at the summit of this easy hike.