Destinations

Lookout Pass Terrain Expansion: Brad Naccarato, Matt Landheim, and Sam Landheim skiing fresh powder down the lower part off Eagle Peak. S-turn ski tracks in deep powder.Photo: James Nisbet

Skiing the New Eagle Peak Terrain At Lookout Pass

Catskiing the Eagle Peak terrain expansion at Lookout Pass Ski & Recreation Area--a sneak peak of what to expect when lift opens next winter.

Brad Naccarato March 25, 2022

Small white and red tent in an open patch on wild bunch grass near Z Lake, with flat topography in the distance and party cloudy blue sky.

Spring Hiking At Swanson Lakes Wildlife Area

Where to explore and what to expect at Swanson Lakes Wildlife Area, in Lincoln County, Wash., less than 1.5 hours west of Spokane.

Holly Weiler March 24, 2022

Three story Bear Creek Lodge and brown siding, white-framed windows, green slanted roof, and brick chimney.

Mt. Spokane State Park Hopes to Add Bear Creek Lodge

Washington State Parks looks to acquire Bear Creek Lodge property to enhance entrance to Mount Spokane State Park.

Carol Corbin March 14, 2022

Fernie, BC – A Special Place in the Heart of the Canadian Rockies

Tucked in the Rockies of southeast British Columbia and just over a 4.5-hour drive from Spokane, lies Fernie, a charming little mountain town that happens ...

Out There Outdoors March 9, 2022

Person snowshoeing standing next to a CCC cabin at Mount Spokane State Park.

Inland NW Snowshoeing Locations for Beginners

Mellow hiking trails can make for great snowshoeing. Here are a 4 tips to make the most out of your snowshoeing adventures.

Holly Weiler February 28, 2022

Two people on snowshoes with trekking poles and wearing large backpacks, and the author's white and black husky dog.

Blue Mountain Snowshoe Epic

Holly Weiler shares about her multi-day trip to Oregon Butte (6,385' elev.), the highest of 13 named peaks in the Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness.

Holly Weiler February 28, 2022

Architect rendering of exterior of Humbird -- 3 story hotel, wood exterior, and lit windows.

New Humbird Hotel Opens at Schweitzer

The new Humbird 31-room hotel recently opened, providing additional ski-in/ski-out access to Schweitzer’s 2,900 acres of skiable terrain.

Out There Outdoors February 13, 2022

The view of downtown from Palisades Park's Rimrock Drive: urban downtown Spokane in the distance, with forest between rocky outcropping and city center.

Easy Strolling & City Views At Palisades Park

Palisades Park's Rimrock Drive, a wide gravel path perched above the western edge of downtown Spokane, is ideal for a quick walk or run.

Lisa Laughlin January 28, 2022

Snowy slope with trees at Sitzmark ski area.

15 Alpine Ski Areas in Washington State

A brief overview of Washington State's 15 public downhill ski areas by Ryan Murray who skied them all during a 34-year personal odyssey.

Out There Outdoors January 21, 2022