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…
Washington Trails & Backpacking
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Mount Rainier Hikes I’d Recommend to a Friend
Last Updated: August 2025 | Reading Time: 21 minutes Mount Rainier isn’t a place you casually squeeze into a day — it’s big, varied, and…
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Best Golden Larch Hikes in Washington: When & Where to See Fall Colors (2025)
I’ll never forget my first time catching peak larch season. It was about 6:15 in the morning at the far end of Colchuck Lake, just…
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Chain Lakes Loop Backpacking Guide: Best Family Overnight Near Mount Baker
Chain Lakes Loop was one of our early family backpacking trips—and it remains one of the best introductions to alpine backpacking with kids. In one…
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22 BEST EASY DAY HIKES IN WASHINGTON (That Are Actually Worth It)
This is the list I wish I’d had when I started hiking. Not the gravel paths around lakes. Not the “scenic viewpoints” you could drive…
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4 AWESOME METHOW VALLEY SPRING WILDFLOWER HIKES
The Methow Valley, nestled in the North Cascades of Washington, is a year-round outdoor paradise with mountain views, charming small towns, and endless opportunities for…
