Best PNW December Hikes Near Seattle and Olympia
Early December in the PNW can feel tricky. Mountain passes get their first big snows. Trailheads ice up. Avalanche season…
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Northwest Ski Areas: Opening Dates and Snowpack Update
Updated Dec 1, 2025 Winter storms are finally dropping real snow across the Northwest. Ski areas from the Cascades to…
Mission Ridge Opens Dec 4: What Skiers Need To Know
Mission Ridge is officially kicking off the 2025/26 Washington ski season on Thursday, December 4. After an unusually warm and…
Will Mid-December Bring a Big Storm or Cold Snap to the Northwest and Rockies?
Winter is building across the Northwest and Northern Rockies. Storms keep moving in. Mountain snow keeps adding up. And everyone…
Best Northwest National Parks to Visit in Winter
Winter is one of the quietest times to visit national parks in the Northwest. Trails empty out. Views sharpen. Snow…
How to Hike with Microspikes in the NW This Winter
Winter trails across Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana and Wyoming freeze fast. A sunny day, a cold night and suddenly the…
When Will the Snow Stick? A Northwest Winter Forecast Update
Winter is showing up across the Northwest. Storms are dropping early snow from the Cascades to the Tetons, and holiday…
Washington Winter Trails Starter Guide
Winter hits fast in Washington. Snow drops into the foothills. Days get short. Trails change overnight. This guide helps you…
Best Snowshoes for Beginners in 2025 (Easy Trail Picks)
Updated for 2025. Snowshoe season is here in the Northwest. Our early snow is wet. Trails can be icy. But…
Best Late Fall Waterfall Hikes in the PNW
Late fall is the best time to see waterfalls in the Pacific Northwest. Rain is back. Rivers rise. Forests turn…