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Best Golden Larch Hikes in Washington

To make the most of this season, I’ve compiled a list of the best golden larch hikes in Washington. A list of hiking trails that should be on every adventurer’s list. Each trail offers views and opportunities to experience the larches in their full autumn goldenness.

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    Best Fall Hikes in Washington State (from a local)

    August 22, 2024 admin

    Looking for epic larch marches and tons of autumn color… here are my favorite Washington Fall hikes! Fall in Washington is truly special, showcasing an incredibly rich array of colors. From golden larches to bright red blueberries, the state offers a vibrant display of autumn…

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    9 Easy Backpacking Trips with Kids in Washington!

    August 18, 2024 admin

    Great backpacking for kids in Washington… here we go! When you’re starting out with backpacking with kids, it can be challenging to find the right trails so read on for 9 east backpacking trips with kids in Washington!. You want something that’s easy enough for…

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    Planning Your First Backpacking Trip

    July 1, 2024 admin

    A Beginners Comprehensive Guide to Backpacking Day Hiking to Overnight. You are interested in your first backpacking trip. Spending the night in the wilderness can add a whole new dimension to your hiking experience. There is something incredible about watching the sunrise with a cup…

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    10 Best Backpacking Trips in Washington

    June 23, 2024 admin 2 Comments

    An Epic list + Ultimate Guide from a Washington Local. Looking to add some fantastic backpacking adventures to your list for next summer in Washington State? If yes, then read on. I’ve compiled a selection of in my opinion, the best backpacking trips in Washington…

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    Tips for Solo Backpacking As a Woman

    December 7, 2022 admin 1 Comments

    Thinking of solo backpacking as a woman? Its daunting and a bit confusing on how to get there, I totally get it. I was there too. It might seem scary initially, but once you conquer your fears, you’ll discover it’s an incredibly empowering experience! Why…

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    My Top 10 hikes in Washington State in 2021

    December 30, 2021 admin 1 Comments

    There are endless amounts of hikes in Washington. So many in-fact that you could probably spend your entire life hiking here and still have more to go. Because of this, a top 10 hikes in Washington State of all time almost seems impossible. I like…

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    10 AMAZING Firetower Lookout Hikes in Washington

    February 10, 2022 admin 1 Comments

    Confession. I am always on the look for the most amazing firetower lookout hikes in Washington (and Oregon too). I have an obsessive love with fire towers, can you relate? As soon as you see a lookout perched on top of a mountain, it tends…

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    9 Incredible Easy Day Hikes Near Seattle

    January 5, 2022 admin

    Friendly Hikes Near Seattle: Perfect for Kids + Families When I first began hiking around the Pacific Northwest, I wanted a list like this: hikes that were short, sweet, and close to Seattle. This collection of hikes ticks all those boxes. Each trail is under…

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    Backpacking with Kids – Chain Lakes Loop

    February 5, 2022 admin 2 Comments

    Mount Baker Snoqualmie National Forest, Washington The Chain Lakes Loop trail in the Mount Baker Snoqualmie National Forest should be at the top of everyone’s list for backpacking with kids. You’ll be treated to stunning views from the moment you leave the parking lot. And…

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Hi! I am Teri.

Hi, I’m Teri, the photographer behind The Trekking Mama. I head to the outdoors for adventure any chance I get. My aim is to share our family’s adventures as well as my own
solo experiences. I focus on bucket list hikes + backpacking trips both big + small. Inspiring other women to get out with and without their kids. Being a solo women in the outdoors can be intimidating at first but with the right mindset, empowering. In documenting my adventures I like to capture both the beauty of adventure as well as the less picturesque realities of contending with the wilderness.

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Backpacking alone. Somewhere along the way, I lost Backpacking alone. Somewhere along the way, I lost my courage.  I've been afraid to really admit it out loud. I took so much pride in getting out overnight solo. Something changed and I started having scary thoughts at night while in my tent.... which then turned to fears at home before the next trip. I became paralyzed.  It was all in my gut and I couldn't/ can't get rid of it. What do you do when something you love so much suddenly scares you so much?  I started doing day hikes and sleeping in my car. But then there are no sunrises and sunsets because well, hiking in the dark by yourself is kinda scary. Worth it, yes, but a bit too daunting.  I have been on the search for backpacking friends. Making friends isn't really something I'm that good at ... I can chat up anyone especially on the trail but maintaining friendships that's where I fall short. I'm a hermit by nature, lol. fortunately over the last few weeks I've met a few people I REALLY like.  I just wanted to put this out there. Maybe I get over my fears again or fingers crossed I can continue to make/ keep some friends. 🫶 . . . . . #backpacking #solohiking #backpackingwithfriends #solotravel #adventurefriends #fears
Happy Fall Monday! Just wanted to share a few of Happy Fall Monday! Just wanted to share a few of my favorites from the last week (and a few from last year) Lots of larches last week, in pure gold form. Ended up hiking to Carne Mountain, Crater Lakes + Sunrise Lake. All stunning in their own way. Carne Mountain blew me away. Truly. It's now on the top of my most favorite hikes in Washington. The views, the larches, the weather, the people I met, all made for a great day out. Can't recommend it enough. Have you hiked up there? For more Washington hikes and adventures follow along @the.trekking.mama. . . . . . #washington #fallhiking #hikemore #hikingadventures #washingtonstate
You can't win them all. Lol. 😭 Sunrise Lake in You can't win them all. Lol. 😭 Sunrise Lake in the Lake Chelan Sawtooth Wilderness was, in a word, FREEZING. I could only imagine what this lake would have looked like on a calm slightly sunny day. But this day was anything but... It felt like the middle of winter. 🥶 Regardless I had a blast and it was beautiful, just not what I was expecting. Has this happened to you? . . . . . #fallhiking #fallinwashington #windy #larches #hikemore #hikewashington #hikerbabes
Are you heading out this weekend? Searching for go Are you heading out this weekend? Searching for gold?! 🤣 (That term always cracks me up) In Washington this could be the last hoorah weather wise. Enjoy it while it's here. So far I would say the fall here in Washington has been pretty epic. After a week of hiking I'm staying home this weekend but look forward to seeing where people go. The larches are in prime state in a lot of regions and color is bursting. Gotta love how red the blueberry bushes turn! A few images from one of my hikes this week, probably my new favorite. I would love to know what your plans are.... . . . . . #fallhiking #washington #larchmarch #hikemore #cascadiaexplored #alltrails #rei
Another Aurora Photo, lol. 🤣 For me, like oth Another Aurora Photo, lol. 🤣 For me, like others was special. Definitely because we saw the Aurora in our own yard, yes and the colors, yes.. but for me it was a bit more. I was with my family and my neighbors and together it was an experience we all shared. Thank you @k8emaze for such a fun night. <3 I had just gotten back from 4 days on the road hiking and I could barely see straight but it was worth seeing double for, lol. (I feel especially lucky because I missed the last go around) We kept the kids up late and my son REALLY got into it. I LOVED watching his excitement. He was the photo critic expressing his opinions on everyone’s images. Although I must say mine were not the best, I had phone envy of everyone around. Did you see it wherever you were? So here are my memories from a night well spent! . . . . . #auroraborealis #washingtonstate #memories #adventuretime #adventurefamily
First time I made a new friend at the trailhead an First time I made a new friend at the trailhead and then spent two days hiking with her. We briefly chatted then parted only to meet up at the lake. After several hours of chatting we made plans to do another hike the following day. It was great. I'm slowly converting away from a solo hiker. I have met two amazing ladies in the last two weeks and I'm loving it. I still love my solo adventures but I'm sold on having adventure friends. Have you ever made a friend on a hike? . . . . . #adventurebuddies #hikingfriends #washingtonstate #larches #hikerbabes #hikemore
Waking up for the sunrise... Worth it? I think y Waking up for the sunrise... Worth it? I think yes. Especially if it's Mount Rainier.... And a great place to do it (although VERY popular + no secret) is the High Rock lookout. Easy hike and epic views. Glad I finally made it up there. Have you got up to watch the sunrise lately? . . . . . #sunrise #mountains #mountrainiernationalpark #mountrainier #hikingadventures #hikemore #hikerbabes
Can you relate? Sometimes you just need to be in t Can you relate? Sometimes you just need to be in the mountains... Ok, maybe more than just sometimes. 🤣 Like all the time. Being in the mountains is definitely good therapy. . . . . . #choosemountains #getoutside #mountains #washingtonstate #hikingadventures #hikewashington #hikerbabes
This is one of those places that to me, looks waaa This is one of those places that to me, looks waaaaay better when you are there than anything I can capture.  Right now it is a fall display like I haven’t seen in a long time. COLOR EVERYWHERE. And the Mountains. Entiat Mountains on one side and Glacier Peak on the other…. Blew my mind. Glacier made a 3 minute appearance while I was up there. It seems to have its own microclimate.  Here is what I clocked. (All trails says something a little different.) 📍Little Giant Pass 🥾10.5 miles ⛰️4400 ft of elevation gain It’s a thigh burner at the end but so well worth it!  . . . . . . #choosemountains #washingtonstate #fallhiking #getoutside #fallfoliage #cascadiaexplored #hikemore #hikerbabes
A three-sided “bathroom” that shields you from A three-sided “bathroom” that shields you from the wind? Yes, please! The glowing box you see during the golden hour is that very bathroom—a privacy screen for the toilet, really. I love it when planners get a little “cheeky” and provide a stunning view while you take care of business. Two others that come to mind are the one in the Core Enchantments and the bathroom at Sahale Arm in the North Cascades. Both are epic. I’d love to hear about your most memorable wilderness toilet experience! . . . . . #firelookout #viewsforviews #washingtonstate #washingtonfirelookout #washington #hikemore
A love letter of pictures to Summer... It is full A love letter of pictures to Summer... It is full swing Fall in Washington and it’s bittersweet as we say goodbye to the summer. Reflecting back, here are some of my favorite outdoor adventures from the summer.  (In no particular order)  🎒 Backpacking to Upper Jofree Lake in British Columbia.  🥾Hiking + swimming at Blanca Lake with my husband. 💥Spending the night with my kids in Bald Knob Lookout in Oregon. 🌄Watching the sunset on the Oregon Coast with my kids. ⛺Backpacking to Garibaldi Lake and seeing Panorama Point.  ⛰️Backpacking with my son to Upper Anderson Lake. 🛶Camping + paddle boarding at Trillium Lake in Oregon with my kids 🚣‍♀️Paddlecamping with my daughter on Baker Lake.  💦Swimming in Waptus Lake with my daughter.   🙌Thank you summer for all the adventures. What were your favorite adventures of the summer? . . . . . #summer #summeradventures #pnwcollective #pnw #goodbyesummer #washington #oregonexplored #brittishcolumbia #washingtonstate
Looking for an epic Fall hike in the North Cascade Looking for an epic Fall hike in the North Cascades National Park? Everyone raves about Maple Pass Loop but misses Lewis and Wing lake right next door. There is no denying that the maple pass loop has gorgeous views. Absolutely. But the other two next door have way more larches and golden color. And less crowds. The only downside of Lewis +Wing lake is they share trailheads with their famous neighbor. so plan ahead. I backpacked to Wing Lake two years ago and its still my absolute favorite. And my tent was the only one by the lake. It was a dream. ⚡Pro tip. Walk up part way towards Black Peak for Sunrise. You won't regret it. . . . . . #washingtonstate #washingtonscenery #fallhiking #northcascadesnationalpark #larches
A drive right up to it firetower that sits in betw A drive right up to it firetower that sits in between the North Cascades and the Entiat Mountains.  📍Sugarloaf Lookout Tower Sugarloaf Peak is one of the earliest established and longest continually used fire lookouts in Washington State.  It’s still manned today. And the caretaker named Doug was a true delight. He and his dog West made the visit. He had the most wonderful demeanor, so calm yet funny that you couldn’t help but stay and talk to him.  And West. Roamed the turf like he had been there all his life. Looking for belly rubs and always wagging his tail, you fell in love instantly.  They were both so great, I hardly noticed the views! 10/10 recommend. Just make sure you have sufficient tires before making the trek up there! . . . . . #firelookout #washingtonstate #hikemore #washington #pnwisbeautiful
In celebration of fall I wanted to share Some of m In celebration of fall I wanted to share Some of my Favorite Fall Hikes. All of them bring a little something special this time of year.  📍Lake Valhalla + Mount McCausland 🥾6.3 Miles ⛰️1,771 ft of elevation gain 📍Rampart Lakes + Alta Mountain  🥾8.5 miles  ⛰️3,507 ft of elevation gain  📍Eagle Lakes 🥾11.8 miles ⛰️2,604 ft of elevation gain 📍Cascade Pass 🥾7.0 miles  ⛰️1,784 ft of elevation gain 📍Granite Mountain  🥾7.9 miles  ⛰️3,704 ft of elevation gain  📍Cooney Lake  🥾17.6 miles  ⛰️2,850 ft of elevation gain 📍Minotaur Lake  🥾3.2 miles ⛰️1,817 ft of elevation gain  Save for this Fall! Enjoy + happy hiking! 🎒 . . . . . #hikemore #hikingadventures #washingtonstate #hikewashington #getoutside #choosemountains #fallhiking
"Sleeping in" till 6:30am out in the wilderness ne "Sleeping in" till 6:30am out in the wilderness never felt so good. One of my favorite things about this time of year, aside from the fall foliage is the later sunrises. It's not in the 4 o'clock hour that one has to roll out of the tent. The 2 sunrises here were absolutely stunning. And I seemed to wake up naturally to catch them even in the early stages. And it definitely helps that I can start watching it from the comfort of my sleeping bag. A HUGE perk of staying in a lookout! What are your favorite things about Fall? . . . . . . #lookouttower #washington #sunrise #pnwcollective #cascadiaexplored #hikemore #mountains #firetower #fallhiking
So excited autumn is here! So many hikes to go on. So excited autumn is here! So many hikes to go on... Are you with me?! Started off the season with this beauty at Mount Rainier National Park. Stunning lake dressed in dreamy colors that blew me away. 📍 Crystal Lakes It's a beautiful hike that falls outside the entrance to the park, so no lines. 🙌 It seems underrated to me, I rarely hear of it. What do you think? 🍁🍂 Follow @the.trekking.mama for lots of fall hikes in Washington 🍂🍁 . . . . . #washington #washingtonstate #hikemore #getoutside #fallhiking #hikerbabes #pnw #washingtonhikes
Seriously grand. And magnificent. I have been fi Seriously grand. And magnificent. I have been finding so much beauty in hiking trails that aren't much talked about. And this one blew me away with it's literally s Grand Park. It's a series of gigantic meadows with a clear view of Rainier. And I found myself all alone on a Sunday. Say what?!? Can't recommend it enough. And it's outside the park so no lines. Save for your next adventure to Mount Rainier National Park. 📍Grand Park via Eleanor Lake 🥾9.2 miles ⛰️ 1,548 ft And so much beauty. And make it an easy overnight and stay at Eleanor Lake. Great place to bring in a packraft and fish. 😍 . . . . #washington #washingtonstate #mountrainier #mountrainiernationalpark #fallhiking #hikingadventures
Tried this trail one random evening and it really Tried this trail one random evening and it really surprised me. 📍 Sauk Mountain Trail 🥾 3.7 miles ⛰️ 1,105 of elevation gain And a ton of bang for your buck. 🙏 Endless wildflowers, a great workout, and views for days. So beautiful. And it poured on me the entire way down but it just added to the beauty. Have you hiked this trail?!? . . . . . #washingtonstate #hikingadventures #hikerbabes #northcascadesnationalpark #choosemountains
Can't believe it's almost here. Summer flew by and Can't believe it's almost here. Summer flew by and I'll be honest, I'm kinda sad you see it go. BUT if there's one thing that makes it feel better, it's Fall in Washington. Dreamy red carpets and yellow trees for miles. Hard to complain. My list of new fall hikes this year is LONG. Never enough time. What are some hikes you are planning in Washington this Fall? . . . . . #washington #larches #fall #fallinwashington #washingtonstate #fallhiking
Seriously amazing and worth every step. Especial Seriously amazing and worth every step. Especially if you take the path up along the cliff. Just hope you are not scared of heights. 📍Punta Larici 🥾3.7 miles ⛰️1400 ft Parco dell'Alto Garda Bresciano, Italy Save for next time you are in the northern part of Lake Garda. This hike is just incredible. . . . . . #hikemore #italy #hikingadventures #momswhohike #lakegarda #getoutside
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