You don't need mountain trails out your door to get your boots ready for a big hike.

According to Craig Romano, the local guy who literally wrote the book—actually, 20 of them—on hiking in the area.

Take a roadtrip through the PNW and be treated to volcanic landscapes, cold-water surfing, and throwback fishing towns filled with oyster farms and coffee shops.

You can get away on a dime at this time of year. Here’s where to go.

These aren't your average city parks.

Do it poorly—or not at all—and you could start the next catastrophic wildfire.

There’s an easy and quick getaway for fall leaf peeping, no matter where you are in the region.

How one Northwestern family makes weekend ski trips to Mount Baker with their three young boys work, thanks to an old camper, some pocket candy, and back-up rain gear.

Forget about the booked-months-in-advance sites inside the parks. These nearby campgrounds guarantee availability, quiet, and solitude.

Outside Magazine’s guide—written by yours truly—for which mega ski pass is the best one for you.

Confession: I just washed my decade-old sleeping bag for the first time ever. Ick. At least I learned how to do it right. Here’s how you can, too.

Because demoing bikes and gear, exploring great locations, and celebrating afterward with new friends, craft beer, and music is way more fun than riding alone.

Because you don't want to be led deep into the backcountry by just anyone.

Eight one-of-a-kind events for those who aren't into the standard swim, bike, run.

Give back to the trails you enjoy. It's good for you and the place you’re visiting.