If you’ve ever dreamed of hiking the Pacific Crest Trail but don’t have five months for a thru-hike, Section J in Washington is the perfect…
Washington Trails & Backpacking
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Blue Lake Trail Guide: Stunning in Summer, Glowing with Larches in Fall
Blue Lake is one of the North Cascades’ most accessible alpine gems. Right off Highway 20 near Washington Pass, this short out-and-back trail delivers turquoise…
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Washington Larch Timing: Historical Windows + How to Pick Your Week
Updated: September 2025 Larch season is short, sweet, and stair-stepped by elevation. Rather than guessing week by week, this guide uses historical windows to help…
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The Ultimate Guide to Washington’s Best Fall Hikes (Larch Trails + Autumn Colors)
If you’re planning a fall hike in Washington, you’re in for a show. After more than a decade on Pacific Northwest trails—family day hikes, solo…
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How to Backpack the Golden Lakes Loop in Washington
The Golden Lakes Loop is a 20-mile backpacking circuit through the Chelan-Sawtooth Wilderness that connects three spectacular alpine lakes surrounded by some of Washington’s densest…
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The Best Fire Lookout Hikes in Washington: History, Views & Overnight Adventures
Want panoramic mountain views, a dose of history, and the thrill of standing atop a historic tower? Fire lookout hikes in Washington offer all that—and…
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🏔 Backpacking to Robin Lakes: Two Nights, One Perfect View of Mount Daniel
Last Updated: August 2025 | Reading Time: 10 minutes I had planned to head for Jade Lake and Dip Top Gap, but at the last…
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Washington’s Backcountry Permit System
Backcountry camping in Washington is something you don’t want to miss. But many require permits—and some of those require a lottery system. For first timers…
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BEST SPRING WILDFLOWER HIKES IN THE PNW
Last Updated: August 2025 | Reading Time: 7 minutes After a long, rainy winter, there’s no better way to welcome the sun than by exploring…
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11 Epic Hikes on the Mountain Loop Highway (Washington Trail Guide)
Last Updated: August 2025 | Reading Time: 11 minutes The Mountain Loop Highway is a spectacular 55-mile scenic drive through the heart of the North…
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The Best Hikes in Washington (A Growing List!)
Updated: September 2025 Washington has too many epic hikes to limit to a “Top 10” or even a “Top 30.” Instead, I’m building a growing…
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15 Best Mt Rainier Hikes & Trails: Complete Guide 2025
Last Updated: August 2025 | Reading Time: 21 minutes A Complete Guide to your outdoor adventure at Mount Rainier! Mount Rainier National Park is a…