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How to visit Olympic Hot Springs and the Secret Sauna Cave

Trevor Christianson · Nov 23 Where rainforest meets geothermal wonder, Olympic Hot Springs offers one of the Pacific Northwest’s most rewarding wilderness soaking experiences; now with a mandatory 18-...

Camping Federal Public Lands Hiking & Backpacking Hot Springs Outdoor Activities Wilderness

Nov 23, 2025

The BEST Low-key Golden Larch Hike in Southern Washington

Trevor Christianson · Sep 25 Nestled within the William O. Douglas Wilderness, Mesatchee Creek Falls offers a magical escape into nature’s golden beauty. This trail, renowned for its golden larches, s...

Fall Vibes Federal Public Lands Hiking & Backpacking Outdoor Activities Wilderness

Sep 25, 2025

How to Hike Canyon Creek Meadows & See Mountain Goats on Three Fingered Jack

Trevor Christianson · Jul 28 Experience wildflowers in full bloom, wide views of Three Fingered Jack, rare mountain goat sightings, and a refreshing swim at Wasco Lake on the captivating Canyon Creek ...

Camping Federal Public Lands Hiking & Backpacking Outdoor Activities Permits & Lotteries Wilderness

Jul 28, 2025

How to Summit North Sister Volcano, Three Sisters Wilderness

Trevor Christianson · May 5 A fall from the summit pinnacle would be fatal, the rock is loose and moves under hands and feet, and the way to the summit is not obvious from below. This guide describes ...

Climbing & Mountaineering Federal Public Lands Outdoor Activities Wilderness

May 5, 2025

🏕️ How to Backpack in the Eagle Cap Wilderness

Trevor Christianson · May 2 Solitude. Skills. Scenery. This is Oregon’s crown jewel. 💥 There’s something truly special about the Wallowa Mountains . Some call them the Alps of Oregon , others call the...

Camping Federal Public Lands Hiking & Backpacking Outdoor Activities Wilderness

May 2, 2025

The Central Cascades Wilderness Permit System: A Comprehensive Guide 2025

Trevor Christianson · Mar 28 The Central Cascades Wilderness areas of Oregon are home to iconic mountain peaks, high alpine meadows and lakes, and old growth forests [1] . These stunning landscapes fe...

Federal Public Lands Permits & Lotteries Wilderness

Mar 28, 2025

How to Summit Broken Top Volcano, Three Sisters Wilderness

Trevor Christianson · Feb 16 Broken Top is one of the most challenging yet rewarding summits in Central Oregon. With its jagged peaks and ancient geological history, this stratovolcano gives a wide vi...

Climbing & Mountaineering Federal Public Lands Hiking & Backpacking Outdoor Activities Permits & Lotteries Wilderness

Feb 16, 2025

Broken Top Volcano: Strength, Resilience, and Inspiration 🌋

Jan 12 Rising proudly within the Cascade Range of Central Oregon, Broken Top Volcano stands as a symbol of nature’s raw, untamed power. Its rugged, snowy peaks and jagged slopes tell the story of its ...

Federal Public Lands Natural History and Science Wilderness

Jan 12, 2025

How to Summit Three Fingered Jack

Dec 22 A fall from the summit pitches would be fatal, holds on this eroded volcano break away without warning, and the route is not obvious. This guide describes the pitches, the gear we used and how ...

Climbing & Mountaineering Federal Public Lands Wilderness

Dec 22, 2024

How to Hike the Secret Way to South Sister’s Summit

Dec 22 South Sister, the tallest and youngest of the Three Sisters, stands as a record of the power and beauty of nature’s evolution. This alternative route offers an adventurous, quieter path to the ...

Climbing & Mountaineering Federal Public Lands Hiking & Backpacking Permits & Lotteries Wilderness

Dec 22, 2024

How to Backcountry Ski on Broken Top Volcano

Dec 20 Backcountry Skiing on a Volcano Skiing in the backcountry is exhilarating, and the slopes of Broken Top are avalanche terrain, forecast through the winter by the Central Oregon Avalanche Center...

Federal Public Lands Snow Recreation Wilderness

Dec 20, 2024

Everything You Need to Know About Central Cascades Wilderness Permits 2025

Dec 20 Are you planning an outdoor adventure in the beautiful Central Cascades Wilderness? Here's everything you need to know about securing permits for day-use or overnight trips in the Mt. Jefferson...

Federal Public Lands Permits & Lotteries Wilderness

Dec 20, 2024

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