Hiking

Discover some of WA State's dreamiest waterfalls, bridges, and beaches that locals love. From Ruby Beach to Mount Rainier, there's hidden treasures to explore.

Hike smart, pack it out, and don’t leave “mountain flowers.” A Washingtonians guide to trail etiquette, safety, and not being that person outdoors.

Imagine stumbling upon a bear while hiking—what do you do next? The right reaction could mean the difference between a wild tale and a disaster.

You might not even notice it, but there is an entire color-coded system marking trees along the trails you hike in the woods.

Seeing red painted on a tree while hiking in the woods should lead to immediate concerns about your chosen route.

The Santiam Wagon Road, built as a toll road in the 1860s, was the only way over the Cascade Mountains for nearly 70 years. Providing ranchers and settlers access to Central Oregon. Now it's an amazing hike for all to see.

This popular cave hike requires visitors to make their way through small openings, crouch lower than 45 inches at times, and hike up over 500 stair steps. Are you up for the challenge?

As we all know, our digestive system can act up – sometimes at the most inopportune time – like on a plane or while stuck in traffic. What do you do if it happens while you’re on a hike in the forest? Really, it's not a big deal, but there is a proper way to poop in the wild and here's your step-by-step guide.

The Twin Pillars hike in Oregon is a scenic trail located in the Mill Creek Wilderness area of the Ochoco National Forest. This hike is well-known for its unique rock formations, known as the Twin Pillars, which are towering volcanic spires.

The Guler Ice Cave is part of a larger network of lava tubes that formed when molten lava flowed beneath the surface, leaving hollow tunnels behind. At a length of about 650 feet, it’s a manageable exploration for most families.

Hiking Beacon Rock in Stevenson, Washington is an experience that draws adventurers from all walks of life. Towering 850 feet above the Columbia River Gorge this is a 'must do' for outdoor enthusiasts.

A recent warning from Oregon’s Parks Service reveals alarming new hazards that hikers across the U.S. should keep in mind.