Outdoors

North Fork Sauk Falls
The North Fork Sauk Falls is a short 0.2 mile hike to a 45-foot waterfall. A great little hike offering majestic views, perfect for families with kids.

Mount Pilchuck Hike
Learn about hiking Mount Pilchuck and go on a photo tour of trail conditions and more.

Mountains of Washington State
Take a photo tour of popular recreational mountains in Washington state.

Tips for Cutting Down Christmas Trees in the Mount Baker-Snoqualmie Forest
Find tips for Cutting Down Christmas Trees in the Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest.

Christmas Tree Farms in Western Washington by County
Find Christmas tree farms in Western Washington including King, Pierce, Snohomish, Mason, Kitsap, Skagit, and Whatcom Counties.

Photo Tour of Monte Cristo Hike
Take a hike to the abandoned gold mining town of Monte Cristo.

Photo Tour of Heather Lake Hike
A hike to Heather Lake offers spectacular mountain and water views.

Washington Geology
About.com's Geology Guide serves residents and visitors looking for outdoor day-trip ideas.

Washington State Parks
Discover year-round activities in Washington's 121 parks spanning the Puget Sound to Columbia River Gorge landscapes. You can even reserve campsites and more.

Washington Trails Association (WTA)
Hiking trails link you to the wilderness outside Seattle and Tacoma. And thanks to the WTA our trails are protected and maintained for year-round fun.

Mount Rainer National Park
Run by the National Park Service (NPS) Mount Rainer welcomes over one million visitors annually. Learn how to plan your visit before you explore this 235,625.08 acre wonderland founded in 1889.

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
The ultimate state resource for fish and wildlife, they manage diverse and healthy fish and wildlife species for fishing and hunting.