Camping at Alta Lake
Camping is a PNW staple. I love camping near a body of water. The ocean, a lake, a river, a stream – I’ll take them all. I also like camping near a bathroom, I’m not going to lie. When we took our dogs camping a …
Tag: Washington
Thunder Knob Trail at Diablo Lake
Lake Diablo has been on my must-see list for a long time. Located right off of the North Cascades Highway, I knew if I wanted to see it this year, I would have to act fast. Snow’s coming, and eventually the unbelievably scenic highway will …
Apple Picking in the Wenatchee Valley
Where: Stutzman Ranch, Wenatchee, WA When: September 2016 What: Apple-Picking! How Much: $5 minimum per person It’s September which means it’s apple season! The Wenatchee Valley is commonly referred to as the apple capital of the world. Is there really a better place you could go …
Day Hike: Eightmile Lake
Hike Stats: Where: Central Cascades, near Leavenworth, WA When I hiked it: August 2013 Length: 6.6 miles roundtrip Cost: You will need a Northwest Forest Pass, which is just $5 for the day. They can be bought here. Hike Highlights: I tend to prefer hikes in …
Paddle Boarding on Lake Chelan
Where: Lake Chelan, WA When: Summer What: Paddle Boarding How Much: $50 for 4 hours, rented from LakeRider Sports Lake Chelan is Washington’s own little piece of paradise. I’ve grown up spending many summer days by the lake, but I’m still mesmerized by its beauty every time …