Read about my journey walking 500 miles across northern Spain and find the tools to plan your own Camino.
As a Washington native, I’ve hiked and backpacked hundreds of miles in the state. Discover your next hike by viewing my trip reports.
Whether you’re new to hiking or an old pro, there is always room to learn more.
This post covers section 3 of our clockwise hike of the Tour du Mont Blanc, starting in Trient, Switzerland and ending in Champex.
This post covers section 1 of our clockwise hike of the Tour du Mont Blanc, starting in Chamonix, France and ending in Lac Blanc.
This is our 12-day self-guided itinerary for hiking the Tour du Mont Blanc in the clockwise direction. While it is the less popular option, hiking clockwise offers more solitude and a unique experience.
The TMB is a stunning long-distance trail through France, Switzerland, and Italy. This guide includes advice for planning your trip and what to expect while hiking.
Learn the basics of mileage, elevation and types of hiking routes to help you choose the best trails. This is Part 2 in my Hiking 101 series that covers hiking and backpacking for beginners.
An in-depth guide to walking Stage 3: Ibiri to Markina along Spain's Camino del Norte.
An in-depth guide to walking Stage 2, from Getaria to Ibiri via the Ruta de Flysch detour, along Spain's Camino del Norte.
An in-depth guide to walking Stage 1: San Sebastian to Getaria, along Spain's Camino del Norte.
Before walking the northern route of the Camino de Santiago, I thought I knew what to expect. As it turns out, my journey was filled with surprises.
An introduction to the Camino de Santiago, a 500-mile pilgrimage across Spain, and a summary of my experience walking it.
A 4-day, 3-night backpacking trip in the northern backcountry of Mount Rainier National Park
To be a respectful and considerate hiker, it is important to learn trail etiquette. This is Part 4 in my Hiking 101 series that covers hiking and backpacking for beginners.
Mailbox Peak is a quintessential Washington hike, though it is far from easy. With an elevation gain of 4000 feet, this strenuous trail is as challenging as it is rewarding.
Mount Townsend is a panoramic hike on Washington’s Olympic Peninsula that is good for intermediate hikers. Use this guide to plan your hike via the Little Quilcene River trail.
First time hitting the trail? This comprehensive list includes essential hiking gear to get started. This is Part 3 in my Hiking 101 series that covers hiking and backpacking for beginners.
This guide dives into resources you can use to find stunning hikes and backpacking routes. This is Part 1 in my Hiking 101 series that covers hiking and backpacking for beginners.
Annette Lake is a moderate hike near Seattle, Washington that is good for beginner and intermediate hikers. Learn more about what to expect when planning a trip here, especially during winter and preparing for snow.
The unparalleled views at Artist Point make it one of the best snowshoeing spots in the state. Learn more about this delightful hike and use this guide to plan your next winter adventure in Washington.
At just an hour drive from Seattle and offering gentle terrain, Talapus and Ollalie Lakes are a fantastic day hike for beginners and seasoned hikers alike.
From day trips to backpacking routes, here are the seven must-do hiking trails in Washington State, as told by a local. This helpful guides offers practical information for planning your trip and what to expect on trail.
For 2020, I have a goal to hike a total of 200 miles and this post highlights my progress thus far. If you’re in the area, perhaps you’ll be inspired to try out one of these hikes, too!
Located high in northern Washington state, North Cascades National Park offers a solitary, yet spectacular experience. Delivering phenomenal alpine landscapes at every turn, it is arguably the most underrated national park.
Use this step-by-step guide to plan a seamless trip to one of Washington’s best hidden backpacking gems: the South Coast Wilderness Trail in Olympic National Park. Learn tide charts, route information, what to pack and other logistics.
Not many backpacking locations can effortlessly pull off an ocean coastline, dense rainforest, glaciated mountains, and rushing rivers all in one neat little natural package, yet the Olympic Peninsula does so with ease.
This stunning trail can be done as a day hike, though staying overnight in the hut is the ultimate reward for all the sweat (which is a lot) that it takes to get there.
With more and more people heading into the wilderness, it’s important to be prepared and know the basics of being outside. Here are a few tips and tricks I’ve picked up along the way.
This post covers section 4 of our clockwise hike of the Tour du Mont Blanc, starting in Champex, Switzerland and ending in La Fouly.