The 7.6-mile Grand Ridge Trail thru hike is easily one of Olympic National Park’s best hikes (and for good reason). With ridge line views nearly 80% of the way and the highest campsite in all of Olympic National Park, this thru-or round-trip hike is one for the adventure books, and a great option for first-time backpackers.

Welcome to my camera gear closet! Here you’ll find all the photoshoot equipment I use to capture the photos you see on these very pages, from my favorite backpacking camera to the camera bag I bring on literally every adventure.

Looking for a cute hobbit house to rent to live out your Lord of the Rings dreams? This one room, hand-built Hobbit Hole is built into a hill and is incredibly cozy. Here’s everything you need to know including things to do on Bainbridge Island!

Head to one of these nine unique vacation rentals for an experience you’ll never forget!

With massive sandstone cliffs, epic views, an impressive haystack rock, a sandy beach, and a stunning natural area, Pacific City, Oregon, is an incredible year-round destination for adventurers of all styles. Read on for how to visit this coastal beaut and experience its magic for yourself!

This off-the-grid remodeled fire lookout is the ultimate cozy outdoors getaway for the adventurous explorers! Here's what you need to know.

Free camping is an incredible way to explore some of the US' coolest, most rugged, and off-grid landscapes in a super cheap and affordable way. Here's how to find the best free campsites in the US for yourself!

It's time to start gearing up for your epic backpacking trips! In this post, we'll dive into the best backpacking gear essentials for a safe and successful trip.

Of all of the treehouse Airbnbs in Washington, don't miss the Squirrel's Nest Treehouse in Redmond. What's cool (besides the tree house, of course) is that it's totally accessible and just 30 minutes outside of Seattle. Here's what to know!

Seattle by water, soaking in a hot tub boat is such an exciting year-round adventure that's so uniquely Seattle! Here's everything you need to know to rent a Lake Union Hot Tub Boat today.

Thawing out in a hot spring is EVERYTHING after a long day spent on Jackson Hole's chilly, snow-covered mountains. Climbing into a steamy pool of mineral water will leave your muscles happy and your soul even happier. Here's everything you need to know before visiting Astoria Hot Springs.

The Pacific Northwest is one of just a handful of locations around the world where the mountains meet the sea in a unique way that makes same-day snowboarding and surfing possible. Here's where ski-to-surf is possible, pro tips for making the most of your day, what to pack, and more.

Switchbacks, ropes, cliffs, and expansive views: There's no dull moment on the short yet steep trail up Mt. Storm King to arguably one of the best views Washington offers. Here’s everything you need to know before hitting this Olympic National Park trail.

Jackson Hole is an outdoor-lover's paradise, which makes it the perfect location for a COVID-safe getaway. Here's everything you need to know before you go, from pre-travel prep and current Jackson regulations to the safest outdoor activities like snowboarding, hot springs, dog sledding, and more.

Lounging beneath a steamy waterfall in a pool of hot mineral water with river views on a snowy winter day–I mean, what sounds better than that? I'm a sucker for hot springs, and Idaho's Pine Flats is easily one of my all-time faves. You'll see why.