Destinations
Hiking Kamiak Butte in Whitman County, Wash.
Kamiak Butte (3,641' elevation) is the second tallest point in Whitman County and a designated National Natural Landmark. One of four county parks, the butte ...
Holly Weiler
March 29, 2021
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Remapping a Lost Thru-Hike in Northeast Oregon
The Blue Mountains Trail, a work in progress for decades, has evolved into a 566-mile point-to-point long-distance trail with a spiral shape connecting its two ...
Out There Outdoors
March 29, 2021
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New Schweitzer Hotel to Open for 2021/22 Ski Season
Since breaking ground in the spring of 2019, Schweitzer Mountain Resort has been working to complete a new hotel project in the village. The 66,580 ...
Out There Outdoors
March 29, 2021
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Lake Chelan Winter Fest
Every January, Chelan hosts 4-day Winterfest with ice sculptures, food tasting specials, bonfires, and fireworks.
Summer Hess
January 26, 2021
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4 Small Ski Hills of Washington State
Small ski hills provide an affordable family-friendly ski recreation opportunity. Learn about four of them still operating in Washington State.
Summer Hess
January 26, 2021
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Soul of Skiing: Community Ski Hills
Echo Valley Ski Hill (3,000' elevation) near Lake Chelan is one of the few remaining small ski areas still operating in Washington State.
Summer Hess
January 26, 2021
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What To Do Outside This Winter
List of favorite winter pastimes from 11 of the region's most passionate devotees of the great outdoors, to help inspire you to get out there ...
Derrick Knowles
January 21, 2021
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6 Fall-Early Winter Hikes in Spokane & CDA
By Seth Marlin Even with shorter days and falling temperatures, the Spokane region is rich in natural beauty, and whether you’re looking for vibrant colors, or more ...
Out There Outdoors
November 29, 2020
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Hiking Beezley Hill – Central Washington
The good thing about hiking somewhere flat is that it doesn’t take long to get a view. While there are various places to walk in ...
Lisa Laughlin
November 29, 2020
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