Travel
Central Oregon
Three days exploring the grasslands, desert, rock, and river gorges of Central Oregon - all with great views of the neighboring Cascade Range. Type: Trip Report Category: Rest of the U.S. Location: Oregon Date: March 26-29, 2021 |
Port Townsend, Washington
February 7, 2021 Travel back in time to this Olympic Peninsula town, once settled as a seaport and military defense of the Puget Sound (and Seattle). |
Columbia River Gorge, Washington/Oregon Border
January 16-18, 2021 Spend a long weekend in the gorge chasing waterfalls, exploring the river, and hiking up and down the Washington/Oregon border. |
Oregon Coast Van-cation
November 25-29, 2020 Cruise in a classic Westfalia Vanagon down the Oregon Coast Highway for five days of scenic beach and coastline views. |
Orcas Island, Washington
October 31 - November 1, 2020 Travel by ferry to the remote feeling Orcas Island, in the San Juan Islands, to find plenty of hiking and 360 degree water views. |
Vashon Island, Washington
November 8, 2020 Take a short ferry ride from Seattle, WA to check out island life in this small-town, artsy community with a great Mount Rainer view. |
Yosemite National Park, California
July 19, 2020 Read my attempt at a one day tourist spree in Yosemite National Park - from Tioga Pass, to Yosemite Valley, and back again. |
Crater Lake National Park, Oregon
July 17, 2020 Stop by to marvel at the otherworldly views of Crater Lake - so huge, pristine, and calm blue that you will not believe your eyes. |
Fidalgo & Whidbey Islands, Washington
January 4, 2020; Updated November 21, 2020 A day trip from Seattle provides endless trails to wander, rugged cliffs, quiet coves, and beautiful views of Deception Pass. |
Whistler, British Columbia, Canada
November 28 - December 1, 2019 Travel by train, and then bus, to Whistler, British Columbia to enjoy winter sports (or maybe just après) on Whistler Mountain. |
Mount Baker Wilderness, Washington
November 2, 2019; Updated October 3, 2020 Head about as far north as you can go in Washington to reach remote, beautiful wilderness in the shadows of Mount Baker. |
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
October 12-13, 2019 Take an international, weekend road trip from Seattle to Canada and make the most of 24 hours in downtown Vancouver, BC. |
Stehekin and Lake Chelan, Washington
October 5-6, 2019 Travel by foot, boat, or plane to Stehekin for an off the grid weekend of hiking, bicycling, and beautiful Lake Chelan views. |
The Olympic Peninsula, Washington
September 22, 2019; Updated January 23, 2021 Explore three very different ecosystems - mountains, rainforest, and beach - all in a day's time on the Olympic Peninsula. |
The North Cascades Highway, Washington
September 14, 2019; Updated September 20, 2020 Travel the North Cascades Highway in Washington for a gateway to great hiking, amazing vistas - oh and a National Park. |
Mount Rainier National Park, Washington
September 7, 2109; Updated August 9, 2020 Visit THE mountain for a a quintessential Pacific Northwest experience that will leave you feeling awe-inspired and wanting more. |
Bainbridge Island, Washington
September 1, 2019; Updated October 26, 2019 Seek Seattle skyline views, a ride on a ferry, and a quick escape to the PNW outdoors? If so, Bainbridge Island has you covered. |