Make the short but steep hike to breathtaking views in the Columbia Gorge.

Find the prettiest trails and coolest waterfalls north of the Columbia River.

See over 25,000 tropical plants in a light, airy greenhouse.

Hike along a beautiful river in Quilcene, Washington.

Find the best parks, restaurants, and attractions in this artsy Washington harbor town.

A detailed guide to choosing which passes are right for you this year.

See six trolls, plus a bonus, in Washington and Oregon.

Find the newest and most mischievous of the Pacific Northwest trolls.

Find the friendliest troll in the Pacific Northwest just outside Seattle.

Visit Pia, the Peacekeeper, on a beautiful island in Puget Sound.

Visit Oscar, the Bird King, if you dare.

Guide to swimming and hiking in this beautiful southwest Washington park.

Find the best places near the city to cool down on hot days.

Explore a 2,000-year-old, 2.5-mile lava tube in Washington.

Find unbelievable waterfall splendor in the heart of Washington’s Gifford Pinchot National Forest.

Try the Columbia River Gorge’s most rewarding hikes under 5 miles long.

Climbing to the top of Beacon Rock is only the beginning of this extraordinary park.

How to visit my favorite Pacific Northwest waterfall.

Find picture-perfect Mount St Helens views and ecological diversity on this short hike.

Find magnificent viewpoints and short hikes on the slopes of Mt Rainier.