A good hike for the colder months ahead: that became my mission the last few weeks as I contemplated my upcoming article on hiking. I had recently gotten back from a trip up Sol Duc to Appleton Pass ...

As the weather warms, outdoor enthusiasts across Washington state are heading out on hikes. You can find 700 miles of trails ...

If you’re looking to experience some of the best hiking Washington has to offer, the Pacific Northwest has plenty of trails that combine natural beauty with iconic views. These hikes capture the ...

For most people, when Old Man Winter rears his frosty head, the concept of wilderness transforms from the great beyond to either their fireplace or their favorite ski resort. For the hearty backpacker ...

Backpacking can be intimidating. You have to haul all your food, water and shelter into the backcountry and sleep there — but you are self-sufficient! You are carrying everything you need on your back ...

With three national parks, an ocean coastline and the Cascade Mountains, Washington residents have plenty of options of hiking. Which one is the most popular? Outdoor outfitter Kühl recently released ...

A curious black bear approaches a hiker from the Washington State Department of Natural Resources during late summer 2022. Washington State Department of Natural Resources Courtesy to The Bellingham ...

After more than 40 years of offering outdoors-focused classes, backcountry adventures and more, REI leadership announced on Jan. 8 that it would cut its Experiences division, citing financial concerns ...