Featured Trip Reports

Meander Meadow - Dishpan Gap - Cady Ridge Loop

Friday afternoon we began what was intended to be a two night loop starting with Meander Meadows via the Little Wenatchee River trail. The first four miles were nice and easy(though slightly ...

Scatter Lake, Abernathy Peak

The good: the views from the summit of Abernathy Peak were some of the best that I've ever seen, and there were beautiful wildflowers all along the trail The bad: pretty much everything else ...

Loowit Falls, Boundary Trail

Epic day hike included four volcanoes, a waterfall, wildlife sightings, and a gorgeous sunrise! Route: Johnston Ridge to Loowit Falls via Boundary Trail/Truman Trail/Willow Springs ...

Ebey's Landing

A beautiful hike today on Whidbey Island. My favorite on all the island. If you come to Whidbey do this hike first. Its better than any hike you can find in Deception Pass State Park. This trail is ...

Lookout Mountain Lookout - Methow

The road was rough and narrow in places, but in good condition. Reached the end of the road (and the start of the trail, unsigned) at 5pm. Note that the upper part of this road doesn't appear on the ...

Packwood Lake

I was looking for a good first overnighter of the season, Packwood Lake was a perfect fit. The road to the trailhead was clear, the trail itself was in good condition and free of obstacles, the ...

Icicle Ridge via Fourth of July Creek

Hot day to climb up to Icicle Ridge but well worth the effort. Wildflowers were blooming and the creek was running full. Bugs were non-existent. The trail was in great condition with only a few ...

Beacon Rock State Park - Hamilton Mountain

I was surprised how nice this hike is. The waterfalls, forest and flowers all made it an exceptional training hike... Much better than Angel's Rest, which I had been going. Only saw a couple people ...

Columbia Hills State Park - Horsethief Butte

Approximately four hour drive from Seattle. I recommend the I90 to I97 route as its pretty scenic and smooth. Plus you can't miss the "Yakima: The Palm Springs of Washington" sign for a good laugh. ...

Second Beach

Perfect weekend getaway to Second Beach. Arrived in Kingston via the Edmonds ferry at 9:30am and made it to the WIC in Port Angeles to pick up permits by 11am. You'll need to grab a bear canister ...

Griff Creek

I did this hike as a part of a WTA work party and had an absolute blast of a time. Heading in, the road leading to the trail head/Elwha Ranger Station was a little torn up at spots but it was nothing ...

Chester Butte Wildlife Area

The unpaved road into the area had deep ruts and potholes. You'd have to be highly skilled and lucky to thread a sedan in and out without getting stuck. And this place is so remote; go high clearance ...

Deception Pass State Park - Pass Lake, Deception Pass State Park - Lottie Point Loop

Reached the parking lot at Bowman Bay just after 11am. Busy, but there was still plenty of parking available. Walked back up the road to the Pass Lake trailhead. Not much space here, lots of ...

Twin Sisters Rock

Wonderful views! Sand dunes are relaxing and a good area for kids to play. The pillars could be difficult for some individuals to hike, and not child-friendly. On hands and knees climbing up the ...