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Not Recommended: Mount Storm King Trail
Much-heralded as one of the top hikes in Olympic National Park, we couldn’t resist exploring the intriguingly named Mount Storm King trail. But after hiking the Mount Storm King trail, I think the hype is largely from the cool name. In today’s post, I’ll share an overview of our experience…
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Paradise Park, Mt Hood is Among the Top Wildflower Hikes near Portland
The Paradise Park hike at Mount Hood looks straight out of a movie set. In summer, the enormous profile of Mount Hood rises behind vast alpine wildflower meadows. In today’s post, I’ll share an overview of the Paradise Park hike and tips for your own visit to this alpine otherworld.
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Mirror Lake Hike: Mount Hood Reflections
The snowy peak of Mount Hood rises behind Mirror Lake, and on days with little wind, the mountain’s reflection appears in the shimmering lake surface. In today’s post, I’ll share an overview of the beautiful Mirror Lake hike and tips for doing the Mirror Lake hike yourself.
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Explore a Volcano in Portland: Powell Butte
Did you know there are four volcanoes in Portland? In today’s post, I’ll share the fascinating story of one of these extinct cinder cones, Powell Butte, including a recommended Powell Butte loop trail that’s one of the best places in Portland to watch the sunset.
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Recommended: Cape Horn Trail in SW Washington
The Cape Horn trail travels along cliffs above the Columbia River, providing spectacular views and the chance to see peregrine falcons. In today’s post, I’ll share the Cape Horn trail highlights and why I recommend including it in your Columbia River Gorge hiking plans.
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The Mount Pisgah Trail has Top Eugene Sunset Views
In today’s post, I’ll share the highlights of the short but stunning Mount Pisgah trail and how to do the hike yourself. If you’re wondering where to watch the sunset in Eugene, this is it. In the golden hour, the lighting makes the prairie grasses glow, and you can see…
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How to See Wildflowers on the Dog Mountain Hike
Hiking Dog Mountain is like stepping into the Sound of Music. It’s one of the top wildflower hikes in the whole Pacific Northwest. Here I’ll share the highlights of the Dog Mountain hike and how to see the Dog Mountain wildflowers at their best.
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The Oregon Blue Pool: 10 Things You Must Know
Here are 10 things you must know about the Blue Pool in Oregon, one of the world’s weird and wonderful places.
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How to See the Camas Lily Fields at Lacamas Park
Camas lily bulbs were historically a staple food for Native Americans in the Pacific Northwest. Camas lily fields have since become scarce. In today’s post, I’ll share more about the camas lily, the reason it’s now scarce, and where to see camas lily fields near Portland.