On the Alert
Douglas squirrels, those noisy seed collectors of the deep forest.
Magazine
On the Alert
Rails to Trails
Taking the train to hikes and a backcountry lodge in Montana's Glacier National Park
A Path in the Woods
Trail standards differ, depending on users and landscape.
Autumn Hikes
The pleasures of hiking during the turn of seasons
Bus + Bike + Hike
A summer spent getting to trailheads by transit and mountain bike
How to Hike With Poles
Take a load off your legs with a pair of hiking poles
Red Rock, Blue Skies
A springtime escape to Sedona, Arizona, for red rock and vortexes
Youth in the Outdoors
In a special section of Washington Trails, we offer tips and inspiration to get young people in the outdoors.
Become an Activist!
How longtime hiking advocates began working for trails--and how you can too
Accessible Trails
People with disabilities seek out hiking opportunities--but still face obstacles
Hidden Wild
Journey to Washington's lesser-known wilderness areas for a change of pace
Oddball Tents
Four uniquely designed tents shake up the sleepy world of shelters
Scrambling Daniel
A scramble up King County's highest peak offers astounding views
Exploring the Pasayten
A backpacking trip into the little-explored central Pasayten Wilderness
The "Paper Ranger"
Ruth Kirk has built trails, written 37 books and served as a ranger at Olympic and Mount Rainer National Parks
East By Southwest
WTA expands its trail work schedule in Eastern and Southwest Washington
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
How to Do It - Ford a River
Techniques for crossing streams and rivers safely
Confessions of an Alpine Junkie
Dave Schiefelbein's photo essay covering a week in the Northern Picket Range