Hurray for hiking! It’s one activity we can still do. But have you noticed? There’s an uptick of people out of the trails. We’re seeing many, many people who aren’t even moderately prepared. No backpack. No hats. No water bottles. … Continued
Most hikers are good folks. Patient. Considerate. Magnanimous. But every once in a while you run into some real lulus. Like the herd of marauding yahoos we ran into on the Van Trump Trail at Mount Rainier recently. They broke … Continued
If you’re looking to add flavor and “oomph” to your time on the trail, bananas are a great choice as a hiking snack. Why? Well, among other things, bananas are a great source of vitamin B6, manganese, vitamin C, potassium, … Continued
If you plan to spend any real time on the trail, you’ll need quick and healthy snacks to keep your body going. You can also burn a serious hole in your wallet purchasing fancy, pre-packaged snack products. Cut your costs … Continued
Sapphire ovals set between jade green hills and emerald foliage, Bench and Snow Lakes are a Mount Rainier “must-see” once the trails have melted out. We’ve moseyed around some mighty fine alpine lakes in our mountain-top meanderings, but perhaps none … Continued
Located on the Mountain’s southeast flank out of Ohanapecosh, Silver Falls is one of the best-known waterfalls cobwebbing Mount Rainier National Park. An easy hike through a spectacular old growth and an emerald green conifer cathedral, it’s also a great … Continued
This easy, 1.3 mile walk winds along the aquamarine waters of the Ohanapecosh River, ending in a splendid loop of soaring conifers that unhinge any jaw. Think Emerald City. Times ten. Begin at the parking area northwest of the Stevens … Continued
The Silver Falls Loop is one of the most popular trails at Mount Rainier National Park. About three miles round trip, the trail meanders through a spectacular old growth forest on the east side of the Mountain to one of … Continued
There’s just something about exploring the great outdoors with Hiker Dog that makes the great outdoors extra great. Everything is new to her. She loves everyone and never met a trail she didn’t take to immediately. But I learned … Continued