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How to make a remarkable Seattle to Mt Rainier day trip — all the best information

July 25, 2024 by Matthew

Seattle to Mt. Rainier National Park makes a remarkable day trip because the mountain is so massive in beauty. In this photo, she is covered with snow under a blue sky with patches of bare rocks and light dusting of snow in the foreground with small alpine fir trees that are dark green.

As one of the earliest National Parks in the US, Mt. Rainier is a true standout. It's not just a mountain but an emblem that adorns Washington's license plate and dominates the horizon from both sides of the Cascade Mountains. Its unique features, such as the lakes, waterfalls, wildflowers, and pristine forests, make it a nature lover's paradise.Avoid the "meh" of day trip … [Read more...] about How to make a remarkable Seattle to Mt Rainier day trip — all the best information

Seattle to North Cascades National Park — how to plan an epic road trip

June 29, 2024 by Matthew

The roadway from Seattle to North Cascades National Park is stunning on this blue sky day, with mountains in the background and a two lane road framed in by tall and narrow fir trees.

This article will help you plan a remarkable road trip from Seattle to North Cascades National Park -- including the greatest hits of Washington State jewels like Winthrop, Leavenworth, and Snoqualmie Falls.Best for first-time visitors or those with limited time (less than four days) in Seattle and the Cascade Mountains.Whether visiting for the first time or a seasoned Pacific … [Read more...] about Seattle to North Cascades National Park — how to plan an epic road trip

Exploring Paradise at Mt. Rainier — National Park escape

October 13, 2021 by Matthew

A beautiful landscape of reds and oranges on the path leading up from Paradise on Mt. Rainier. The mountain is already covered with a dusting of snow which pops against the blue sky.

Paradise Mt. Rainier is the premier offering of beautiful Mt. Rainier National Park. The 14,411 feet peak towers above the Seattle-Tacoma metropolis in Washington State for all the world to see. At least, when she wants you to see her! Locals usually say something like, “When the mountain is out” to indicate clear viewing of what the Coast Salish call Tahoma or other names … [Read more...] about Exploring Paradise at Mt. Rainier — National Park escape

Spirit Lake, Washington road trip — the secret side of Mount St. Helens

September 8, 2021 by Matthew

A beautiful view of Spirit Lake, Washington from the Windy Ridge Viewpoint. In the foreground is decomposing stump on a hill with golden grass amongst ash from Mount St. Helens. The lake is vast and blue in the background.

Mount St. Helens is a captivating area of the Pacific Northwest, combining the volcanic mystique of the famous 1980 eruption with uplifting examples of Mother Nature’s regenerative ability. She also happens to be located directly East of the only major North/South roadway in the Pacific Northwest, conveniently between Seattle and Portland. There are many ways to enjoy her … [Read more...] about Spirit Lake, Washington road trip — the secret side of Mount St. Helens

The exploding colors of Big Four Ice Caves

July 14, 2021 by Matthew

One of the impressive ice caves at Big Four Ice Caves showcases the towering mountains with waterfalls cascading down the chucks of rock amongst green shrubs. The ice cave has a waterfall in the background and the ceiling of the cave has many divers from the melting ice.

Washington State abounds with nature in every direction. While places like the expansive Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest keep a quiet existence in the Winter due to abundant snow, the Summer season offers an amazing diversity of colors and textures. Explosive berries and wildflowers framed in by proud fir trees under towering rocky peaks provide a captivating myriad of … [Read more...] about The exploding colors of Big Four Ice Caves

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