This adorable city nestled in the Cascade Mountains serves as a gateway to some of Oregon's best hiking trails and has plenty ...

The Pacific Northwest may not be the first destination that comes to mind for fall foliage, but Washington state has some of the country's most spectacular autumn road trips. The 400-mile Cascade Loop ...

If you’re looking to explore Washington State’s natural beauty, the Cascade Mountains offer some of the most scenic drives you can take. From towering peaks to lush forests and sparkling lakes, these ...

Backpacking in the high country of the Cascades is exhilarating for many reasons. Among them is that it’s only accessible for a few months of the year. That window is open now. And few places in ...

If you’ve got an extra day and extra cash, don’t end your North Cascades Scenic Highway road trip at Diablo Lake. Keep Going. Drive another 60-70 miles east and spend the night in Winthrop or Twisp, ...

You don’t need to travel far to find an excellent hike in the Willamette Valley. While many guidebooks emphasize the waterfalls of the Cascade Mountains or headlands of the Oregon Coast, the reality ...

One of Oregon’s most spectacular Roadless Areas surrounds Echo, Iron, and Crescent Mountains in the Old Cascades, a little over an hour northwest of Bend. Known as the Echo Mountain Roadless Area, ...