Washington Trails Magazine
Washington Trails Association publishes a magazine 6 times per year, available to members and on selected newsstands. The website offers selected content.
Washington Trails magazine is the state’s premier hiking magazine.
In each issue, you’ll find articles on hiking destinations, how-to advice, local 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 hikes from our web site.
Membership in Washington Trails Association provides you with a one-year subscription to Washington Trails, which is published six times per year. Your membership makes this magazine and all that Washington Trails Association does for trails possible.
To subscribe today, click here.
Below, you'll find a selection of featured articles from the magazine. But in order to receive all the useful content in the magazine, you’ll want to become a WTA member today.
Washington Trails magazine can also be purchased at retail outlets, including bookstores, newsstands and REI stores in Washington and Oregon.
Washington Trails is a grassroots magazine: most of our articles and photos are submitted by volunteers. If you're interested in submitting to our magazine, please read our Contributors' Guidelines. Read more about our many talented contributors.
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Foul Weather Friends
Three rain jackets that work well for a range of conditions and activities.
Oddball Tents
Four uniquely designed tents shake up the sleepy world of shelters
Do-It-All Packs
Three multi-purpose packs for day hikes or overnight trips
Washington Trails 2008 Gift Guide
Your guide to great gifts for the special hikers in your life.
Cleaning Water
A new lightweight filter from MSR, plus other options for clear water
Stoves for the Trail
We test three of the new lightweight canister stoves
Cool Shades
Six stylish sets of sunglasses to keep your eyes protected on the trail.
All-Season Jackets
Three jackets to keep you warm and toasty in all four seasons
Digital Cameras
Nine lightweight digital cameras well-suited for the trail.
WTA's Holiday Gift Guide 2007
We pick the best gifts for hikers this season.
Summertime Sleeping Bags
Three bags to keep you warm, but not sweltering, this summer.
Tents for a Party of One
Three tents and one bivy offer lightweight shelter for solo trekkers.
Boots for a Day or a Night
Midweight boots designed for day hikes and brief overnights
Women's Lightweight Packs
Three new overnight packs designed specifically for women
Finding the Perfect Underwear
Three brands of “technical” undies for hiking and winter recreation
