Hiking the PNW: Bandera Mountain

August 12, 2022 0

Located in the heart of Snoqualmie Pass, the 7.5-mile round-trip summit of Bandera Mountain is definitely one to add to your summer hiking list. The trail is accessed through Mason

Hiking the PNW: Otter Falls

May 29, 2022 0

As an avid hiker of high peaks and rocky talus slopes, I rarely plan a hike solely to see a waterfall. I’ve been told a great deal of stories about

Hiking the PNW: Mailbox Peak

May 22, 2022 0

On the outskirts of North Bend, just past the “no service” warning sign which guards the entrance to Middle Fork Road, lies the parking lot designated for those determined to

Hiking the PNW: McCormick Park

August 25, 2021 0

Sitting right in between the Snoqualmie Valley Trail and the Snoqualmie River, McCormick Park is a pleasant summer hangout spot located just off of downtown Duvall. Although it is small,

Hiking the PNW: The Snoqualmie Valley Trail

August 18, 2021 0

The Snoqualmie Valley Trail (SVT) is a historic former railroad track turned walking trail that runs throughout the entire valley. It stretches just over 30 miles, from Duvall to North

Hiking the PNW: Granite Mountain

November 14, 2020 0

Almost immediately off exit 47 of I-90 is the Granite Mountain trailhead. The Granite Mountain trail  winds upwards steadily for 4.3 miles, with almost 1000 feet of gain per mile.