Washington Trails Magazine
Washington Trails is the state’s premier hiking magazine.
In each issue, you’ll find articles on hiking destinations, how-to advice, native flora and fauna, hiking news and what’s new at Washington Trails Association. Each month you'll also find stunning photos and a selection of great hiking suggestions.
Membership in Washington Trails Association provides you with a one-year subscription to Washington Trails, which is published six times per year.
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- Summer Wildflower Guide & Hikes
- Where to Camp & Hike
- Northwest Weekend: Coulee Country
- Create the Ultimate Basecamp
- Owls on Trails
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Prevent Hypothermia
How to recognize, prevent and treat this backcountry threat.
Youth and Families - Games for the Snow
A few fun games and activities that make good use of that white stuff in the mountains.
A Look Ahead at the 2010 Legislative Session
Funding for Washington's Department of Natural Resources tops WTA's list of concerns
Gray Getaways
Keep your hiking spirit up in the rainy season and enjoy four trails that are perfect for rainy days.
Unlocking the Mysteries of WTA's Trail Maintenance Schedule
A look at how WTA decides which trail projects it will take on.
Foul Weather Friends
Three rain jackets that work well for a range of conditions and activities.
Confessions of an Alpine Junkie
Dave Schiefelbein's photo essay covering a week in the Northern Picket Range
Youth and Families - Introducing Ella
Ten-month-old Ella Davern has been hiking her whole life
Huckleberry Hikes and Bites
A huckleberry bounty: six hikes + one sweet recipe + one savory recipe
Put a Spork in It
Allison Woods reviews backcountry dining ware from pots and pans to sporks
Trail Maintenance - Taking Stock
Horses, mules and llamas pitch in to carry gear into the backcountry
Exploring the Pasayten
A backpacking trip into the little-explored central Pasayten Wilderness
Oddball Tents
Four uniquely designed tents shake up the sleepy world of shelters
Accessible Trails
People with disabilities seek out hiking opportunities--but still face obstacles
Scrambling Daniel
A scramble up King County's highest peak offers astounding views
Hidden Wild
Journey to Washington's lesser-known wilderness areas for a change of pace
The "Paper Ranger"
Ruth Kirk has built trails, written 37 books and served as a ranger at Olympic and Mount Rainer National Parks
Become an Activist!
How longtime hiking advocates began working for trails--and how you can too
East By Southwest
WTA expands its trail work schedule in Eastern and Southwest Washington
