Hiking

Photo courtesy of Aaron Theisen.

5 Montana Larch Hikes

Come autumn, western larch is the star of the show for Inland Northwest hikes. And while larch gets most of the attention, the tree’s beauty ...
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Photo of the Enchantments in autumn by Summer Hess.

Out There’s Fall Hike Favorites

The cooler weather that signals the beginning of fall means perfect conditions for hiking, whether it’s an urban walk, close-to-home hike, or backcountry adventure. As ...
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Photo of Matterhorn by Paul Chisholm.

Peak Bagging in the Wallowas

The scene that greeted us in Joseph, Oregon, wasn’t the one we expected. Sure, the snowcapped peaks loomed over the quaint, old-timey storefront—vestiges of the ...
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Photo of Silver Valley App.

New Silver Valley App

Located at the base of the Bitterroot Mountains, the Silver Valley is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream. With over 2,600 square miles, there’s plenty to explore. ...
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Outdoor Recreation Economy Continues to Grow in Washington

Last July, the Outdoor Industry Association published a significant report that revealed that outdoor recreation in Washington State generates 26.2 billion dollars in annual spending. ...
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Hangman Creek Project Completes First Year

Walk along Hangman Creek and you can be with ghosts of the Columbia Mammoth, giant salmon, red band trout, and the Native Americans, immigrants, and ...
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Photo courtesy of Lauren Nichols.

DustBuster Thru-hikes the AT One Year after Finishing the PCT

Two major trails in two years. Lauren “DustBuster” DeLand finished the Appalachian Trail on August 5, just four months and five days after she started. ...
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Photo of Bead Lake by Holly Weiler.

Bead Lake, Colville National Forest

It’s wonderful to save Bead Lake for the shoulder season, when the majority of the boaters have placed their pleasure crafts into winter storage and ...
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Photo courtesy of the Silver Valley Chamber of Commerce.

Ten Ways to Explore the Silver Valley This Fall

Idaho’s Silver Valley is known for its rich mining history and rugged landscape. With 87% of Shoshone County classified as “forest uplands” and less than ...
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