Backpacking Rachel and Rampart Lakes
Spread the lovef you’re short on time but still want to backpack near Seattle, I highly recommend checking out Rachel and Rampart lakes. I did a short backpacking trip up to the lakes my first year living in Seattle and loved it so much I went back the next year! If you’re looking for the […]
Gas Works Park in Seattle
Spread the loveSeattle is a city packed full of parks waiting to be explored, and Gas Works park is one that cannot be forgotten. Gas Works was the first park that I visited after moving to Seattle, and I’ve been back many times since! In this blog I will talk about why I like visiting […]
North Cascades National Park
Spread the loveOverview I learned about North Cascades National Park quickly after arriving in Washington. When I started rafting, I found myself working on the Skagit river. This beautiful river runs through the North Cascades National Park. I spent my days off exploring this area and quickly fell in love. I have since been back […]
Brewery Park at Tumwater Falls
Spread the love Since moving to Washington, I have loved exploring the different areas in this large state. One of my favorite things to do is head out on a day trip, and make one random stop during my drive. That’s how I found this hidden gem in Olympia Washington. Brewery Park at Tumwater Falls […]
Westport Washington
Spread the loveOverview I was searching for the perfect location to have a family vacation a few years ago and came across Westport, Washington. It looked like a great place to learn how to surf, hang out with family, and I could even bring my dog along! Since this first vacation, I have been back […]
Lake 22 – A Guide to a Classic Washington Hike
Spread the loveOverview Lake 22 sits inside one of my favorite rain forest areas in Washington state. Many other people clearly feel this way as well because this is a very popular trail. It’s not the easiest hike as you might encounter fallen trees to climb over, streams to cross, and steep sections to hike […]
Rattlesnake Lake
Spread the loveOverview Rattlesnake lake is a common stop for Seattle locals. I stumbled upon Rattlesnake lake after talking to a few friends in Seattle and asking them what their favorite summer activities near Seattle were. Almost all of those friends mentioned Rattlesnake lake and the ledge trail. I visited early in the morning on […]
Kerry Park: The Best View of Seattle
Spread the loveFind the Best Views of Seattle at Kerry Park If you are searching for the best views of Seattle, look no further. Kerry Park sits north-west of downtown Seattle and offers some of the best views possible. Located in the Queen Anne neighborhood of Seattle, this park sits on top of one of […]
Diablo Lake: The North Cascades National Park’s Best Lake
Spread the loveLake Diablo is one of Washington states most trafficked tourist destinations. It sits deep inside of the North Cascades National Park with easy access from Highway 20. The activities to explore here are seemingly endless, and in this post I’ll go over a few of my favorite. For more information on hiking, camping, […]
Skagit River Valley, Washington State
Spread the loveI spent August of 2021 working as a whitewater rafting guide on the Skagit river in Washignton state. All summer long I kept hearing people refer to this river as the “magic Skagit”. This talk really seet my expectations high for this area. Needless to say, I loved my time working here. The […]