Hiking

Photo: Holly Weiler

Quartzite Mountain (Colville National Forest)

Quartzite is one of the most prominent natural roadside features of the drive north on Highway 395, where the rocky outcroppings form a gorgeous backdrop ...
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Hike the Canadian Rockies and Live the Good Life at Fernie, B.C.’s Island Lake Lodge

The idea of using a lodge as a day hiking basecamp had never really occurred to either of us before we found ourselves enjoying the ...
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New Fishtrap Loop Trail Invites Hikers to Explore

The Bureau of Land Management Fishtrap Recreation Area is well known to fishers, hikers, mountain bikers, equestrians – even astronomers – as a premier scablands ...
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Family Trail Adventures along the Spokane River

The Spokane River exudes energy and mystery, fascinating kids and parents alike. A hike along a river is a fun way to explore nature while ...
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Guided Hikes Set to Celebrate 50 Years of Protecting the Dishman Hills

I had never run hills before arriving in Spokane 11 years ago. So when we moved here after seven years in the flat desert of ...
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Explore Local Trails and Win Cool Outdoor Prizes with Out There Monthly’s Backcountry Booty Contest

Do you like hiking and exploring recreation areas and trails you’ve never visited before? Do you like treasure hunts for cool prizes? Play Out There ...
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Hike It Baby: Inspiring Families to Explore Nature on Local Trails

“Hike it Baby was one of those things in my life that I didn’t know was missing until I found it,” says Spokane mom Carrie ...
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Progress for the John Wayne Trail

The efforts of two elected officials from Washington’s 9th Legislative District to quietly close a major part of the John Wayne Pioneer Trail last year ...
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Wenaha River Trail (Blue Mountains, Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness)

For years I ignored the lonely Blue Mountains in favor of forever heading north for hiking and backpacking fun. Fortunately, I recently came to my ...
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