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Washington’s State Capital Is the Perfect Jumping-Off Point For a Day Spent Exploring
Just an hour’s drive south of Seattle, head to Olympia and check out the scenic Thurston Bountiful Byway
This article appears in print in the October 2018 issue, as part of the Scenic Fall Road Trips cover story. Click here to subscribe. The Interstate 5 corridor between Seattle and Olympia can be a disheartening slog through traffic and a visual assault of strip malls and billboards. But not too long after you pass Tacoma, the landscape changes. This…
Explore the Peaks and Perks of Fall in Whistler
There’s tons to discover during this mountain destination's crisp shoulder season.
Sponsored by Tourism Whistler For those who love the outdoors, good food and drink, lively events and quiet retreats, Whistler truly is a year-round destination. While powdery slopes are still a few months away, the bustling mountain town kicks off harvest season with a plethora of celebration. From breathtaking views to festive activities, there’s something…
How to Hunt for Bigfoot in Washington State
Tips for your Sasquatch search
This article appears in print in the August 2018 issue. Click here to subscribe. According to scientist Ranae Holland, host of the Animal Planet show Finding Bigfoot, Washington is the scene of more Sasquatch sightings than any other state. While the legendary creature’s existence has yet to be confirmed—Holland herself has yet to encounter one—what we do know…
40 Best Water Adventures in the PNW
River floats, hot springs and perfect paddling a short drive away
This article is the cover story of the August 2018 issue. Find more from the story here. Click here to subscribe. By Danielle Centoni, Sarah Edwards, Gwendolyn Elliott, Austin Iverson, Hilary Meyerson and Roddy Scheer Sure, we’ve got beautiful mountains, but what makes our region truly special is the abundance of water all around us. Especially when the…
Slow Lane: Float and Paddle Down the Deschutes River in Bend, Oregon
Plus: Check out the kayaking at the Sunriver Marina on the Deschutes River
A group of friends enjoy a lazy float down the Deschutes River in Bend, Oregon. Below: The river is also popular with paddle boarders, including the four-legged variety
Day Trip: Everett’s Jetty Island Is a Low-Key Piece of Paradise
The simple pleasures of sand and water attract day-trippers to Jetty Island near Everett
This article is part of the cover story for the August 2018 issue. Find more from the story here. Click here to subscribe. It’s just 2 miles long and a quick three-minute foot-ferry ride from the mainland, but Jetty Island, formed over the past century out of accumulated sediment from the dredging of the Snohomish River, packs a full…
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