Take a weekend getaway trip down to Silver Falls State Park. It is located 4.5 hours from Seattle and only a little over an hour away from Portland. Hike the Trail of Ten Falls to see ten distinct waterfalls through an old grown lush forest.
Read MoreIf you’re short on time and only have a day to spend in Phoenix, Arizona, check out Lost Dutchman State Park and the Desert Botanical Gardens. Get up close and personal with the infamous ‘cactus’ known as the saguaro. There’s no other place here that has more saguaros than Arizona.
Read MoreLocated in the Chinook Pass area of Mount Rainier National Park, this hike takes you on the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) until you enter the national park boundaries. This is an easy to moderate walk on an exposed trail that takes you through Sheep Lake and Sourdough Gap before concluding at Upper Crystal Lake for the night. Perfect for the last minute backpacking trip you’ve been daydreaming about all year long.
Read MoreA 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.
Read MoreLocated 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.
Read MoreLooking for a less popular hike in the North Cascades but still want to experience mountains and an alpine lake? Look no further than Thornton Lake. This 11.2 mile roundtrip hike is perfect for a day hike or a one-night backpacking trip. Read more to find out what the hype is all about.
Read MoreDon’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.
Read MoreOnly have 1.5 days in Eastern Oregon - camp with sheep and sleep under the stars at this camp in Lexington, Oregon. Visit the iconic Painted Hills known as one of the seven wonders in Oregon State. Drive the Journey Through Time Scenic Byway to learn about the rich history of the region.
Read MoreThe Chain Lakes Loop is located in the Mount Baker Wilderness area up north. Located about 3 hours from Seattle, this can easily be done as a day hike or a backpacking trip for beginner backpackers.
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