Washington has thousands of miles of incredible hiking trails, and many of my favorites are right here in North Cascades National Park. With old-growth forests, waterfalls, wildflower meadows, and endless glaciers, the North Cascades has a wild variety of scenery to take in. It can be hard to pick a hike when there are so…
9 Luxury Backpacking Items That Are Worth The Extra Weight
We’ve all read gear lists on the essential items for backpacking… but have you considered what luxury backpacking items you want to add to your kit? Although they are not “must haves”, these items add a little more comfort to your backcountry camping adventure. Keep reading to find out the top 9 luxury items to…
17 Breathtaking Hikes in Mount Rainier National Park, Washington
If you love hiking, a trip to Mount Rainier National Park should be high on your bucket list. The national park covers a wide variety of landscapes and hiking trails, so I always recommend spending a few days exploring if you can. With hundreds of miles of hiking trails to choose from, here are my…
What To Pack For Hiking: Ultimate Day Hiking Essentials List
It’s no secret that I love hiking. More people have been hitting the local trails over the last few years, and it’s so great to hear of more hikers getting out there! I know that it can be overwhelming trying to figure out everything that you need to pack for a day hike, especially for…
5 Best Hikes in Capitol Reef National Park, Utah
Capitol Reef is a highly underrated national park! I remember the first time I visited and being shocked that I hadn’t heard more about this beautiful part of Utah. In my opinion, it’s one of the top spring and fall hiking destinations in the USA! To help you with your travel planning, I’m sharing the…
Beginner Hiking Guide: Essential Tips for New Hikers
Getting outside hiking is not only wonderful for your physical and mental health, but it’s a great way to explore nature. Like many people, hiking is something I turn to for exercise, socializing with friends and exploring this beautiful world we live in. There’s definitely something special about relying on your own two feet to…
Oregon 7 Day Road Trip Exploring the Coast, Mountains, Lakes, and Waterfalls!
Oregon is one of my favorite road trip destinations. It is home to some of the most beautiful coastline, mountains, waterfalls, lakes, and hot springs in the United States! To help you explore it for yourself, I’ve put together a comprehensive Oregon 7 day road trip itinerary. You will also find optional add-ons in case…
5 Incredible Lake Tahoe Hiking Trails
Hitting the local hiking trails is one of my favorite ways to explore a new area. And Lake Tahoe has some incredible trails! Whether you’re in the area for a vacation, just passing through, or looking to plan your next adventure, these are some of Lake Tahoe’s best hiking trails. There’s an amazing variety of…
6 Incredible Sedona Hikes To Add To Your Bucket List
If it’s not on your bucket list already, Sedona, Arizona most definitely should be! With incredible weather, beautiful scenery and red rocks, and tons of opportunities for hiking, Sedona is a must-visit. If you’re planning a trip to Sedona, I definitely recommend hitting a few of the local hiking trails. So, I’m sharing 6 incredible…
7 Best Hikes Near Seattle, Washington
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…