Seattle is often affectionately called “The Emerald City”, with lots of lush greenery in and around the city. Urban trails, nature parks, and stunning mountain views make the city itself a great place to be outside. Seattle is also surrounded by incredible hiking trails that any hiker should want to explore! There’s truly a trail…
14 Amazing Things To Do in Olympic National Park
Olympic National Park has it all – beautiful coastline, lush rain forests, and soaring mountains. It’s one of my favorite national parks in North America, and probably one of my most frequently visited! The Olympic Peninsula is full of natural beauty, diversity, and endless things to do. So, to help you plan an epic trip…
18 Incredible Beginner Friendly Hikes in Washington
One of the questions I get asked most frequently is about my recommendations for Washington hikes. In particular, which trails I suggest for beginners and people just getting started hiking. So I have put together this blog post featuring the 18 BEST beginner friendly hikes in Washington State! Some of them I would consider easy Washington hikes and…
Leavenworth Winter Travel Guide: The Coziest Getaway in Washington State
Leavenworth is an idyllic mountain town in Washington State that you’re going to want to immediately add to your travel bucket list. Located just over 2 hours from Seattle, Leavenworth is the perfect destination for a short vacation or weekend getaway. Although you can find amazing things to do in Leavenworth year-round, every Pacific Northwest…
31 Best Pacific Northwest Treehouse Rentals
Who doesn’t love a cozy weekend getaway?! I’ve rounded up the ultimate list of treehouses you can rent in the Pacific Northwest so that you can plan the perfect escape. This list of Pacific Northwest treehouses includes everything from cozy cabins with steamy outdoor hot tubs to charming treehouses straight out of storybooks. Perched high…
7 Best Outdoor Things To Do During Fall In Washington State
Fall in Washington State is absolutely gorgeous! In my opinion, it’s one of the best times to visit the Pacific Northwest for beautiful autumn foliage, prime hiking conditions, and epic whale watching. It’s also a great time of year to enjoy pumpkin patches, corn mazes, festivals, and to take a cozy cabin getaway! In this…
24 Cozy Cabins and Tree Houses to Rent in Washington State
One of my favorite things to do in Washington State is cozy up in a cute cabin or tree house! There are tons of amazing cabins to choose from when selecting a rental, but that in itself can make planning a little challenging. Which ones are the best? In this blog post I am sharing…
Snowshoe to Artist Point: Washington’s BEST Winter Adventure!
There are so many amazing things to do in the state of Washington during winter, but the absolute best (in my opinion) is to snowshoe to Artist Point! Located in the Mount Baker area of the North Cascades, Artist Point is a relatively accessible adventure to take during the winter months. In this blog post…
Mount Rainier National Park Guide: Everything You Need to Know
Mount Rainier National Park has to be one of the most stunning places in the entire world! From meadows of wildflowers, to old-growth forest, to beautiful waterfalls and rivers, and incredible mountain views… Mount Rainier really is a nature lovers dream. I have visited the park at least 10 times now, including during my 2017…
Olympic National Park Adventure: 24 Hour Getaway from Seattle
An Olympic National Park getaway is the perfect 24 hour or weekend adventure from Seattle. This park has it all! I’m talking a beautiful coastline, lust rain forests, and soaring mountains. You will have a hard time choosing what to do with your time… and that’s where this post comes in! My husband and I…