PNW Hikes
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The Curious and Delightful Humbug Mountain Trail
What’s not to like about a mountain with a cute name like “Humbug Mountain”? In today’s post, I’ll share the highlights of the Humbug Mountain trail, which travels through an old-growth forest before opening onto Oregon coast views. I’ll also share our misadventures at Humbug Mountain Campground so you can…
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Explore an Oregon Old-Growth Forest at Cape Perpetua Scenic Area
The most beautiful Oregon old-growth forest we’ve experienced is along the Cook’s Ridge and Gwynn Creek hike in the Cape Perpetua Scenic Area. Here I’ll share the highlights of this gem in the Cape Perpetua Scenic Area, and all the details you’ll need to hike it yourself.
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Latourell Falls Hike: First Stop in the Columbia River Gorge
In today’s post, I’ll share the highlights of the Latourell Falls hike and everything you must know to do the hike yourself. As the closest of the Columbia River Gorge waterfalls to Portland, 224-foot Latourell Falls is the first stop in the Columbia River Gorge for many. The Latourell Falls…
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Lewis River Falls Trail Has Two Bucket List Waterfalls
The Lewis River Falls trail in SW Washington includes two of the most spectacular waterfalls in the Pacific Northwest—a difficult feat in this land of waterfalls. In today’s post, I’ll share the highlights of the Lewis River Falls trail and everything you need to know to visit it yourself.
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The Burnt Lake Trail has Great Mount Hood Views
The Burnt Lake Trail is one of those cases where the name doesn’t at all capture the essence of the place. Looking out at the lush lake with Mount Hood views, I’d never think to call it “Burnt Lake.” In today’s post, I’ll share the highlights of hiking the Burnt Lake…