A day trip from Portland to visit Mount St. Helens is a right of passage for any Pacific Northwest local or visitors to the area. The south side of the National Volcanic Monument is easy to reach and the open road inspires freedom and fresh air. Take a break from the stresses of daily life and break away to pine needles, lava tubes, pristine lakes and alpine hikes. Mount St. … [Read more...] about Amazing lava and lakes — visit the south side of Mount St. Helens
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Circle of life of a volcano — visit Mount St. Helens
In this article I'll provide a great day-trip itinerary to enjoy the Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument from Portland, Seattle or points in between. Mother Nature wakes upFor most of the 20th century, Mount St. Helens was a quintessential icon of raw Pacific Northwest beauty. Climbers regularly summited her 9,360 foot peak and an assortment of recreation activities … [Read more...] about Circle of life of a volcano — visit Mount St. Helens
The best things to do in West Seattle, including Alki Beach
Go West!The formal start of Seattle traces roots back to a group of settlers from New York who arrived on Alki Beach, at the point of West Seattle, in 1851. It's believed the eager pioneers chose to name the point of land jutting into Puget Sound "New York", and one of the Duwamish Indians added "Alki" to the end, which was a Chinook Indian term for "by and by." The name New … [Read more...] about The best things to do in West Seattle, including Alki Beach
Weekend getaway: The five best Washington State beach locations
Looking for a long-weekend getaway somewhere on the Washington State coastline? This article outlines the best locations to set up base -- combining fun lodging options with inspiring beauty.I’m a Pisces, and as so invigorated by any kind of water — especially the ocean. As a child my family would visit Cannon Beach, Oregon for a few days at a time because it was the … [Read more...] about Weekend getaway: The five best Washington State beach locations
