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.
