Wildlife
Mount Rainier Wildlife Photography
Photograph elk, birds, and fall meadows around Mount Rainier.
- Mount Rainier, Washington
- 3-4 hours
Wildlife
Photograph elk, birds, and fall meadows around Mount Rainier.
Wildlife
Photograph seals, seabirds, and rainforest wildlife on the Olympic Peninsula.
Hiking
Peak waterfall hiking in the Columbia River Gorge during spring runoff.
Water Sports
Late-season caldera paddling at Crater Lake before winter closure.
Water Sports
Quiet fall paddles with Mount Hood reflections and fewer crowds.
Water Sports
Early-season kayaking near Mount Hood when lakes thaw.
Water Sports
Sheltered winter paddles in Olympic Peninsula inlets on calm weather windows.
Snow Sports
Ranger-led or self-guided snowshoeing on the Crater Lake rim.
Water Sports
Paddle lower-elevation lakes near Mount Rainier as spring opens the roads.
Hiking
Classic Paradise and Sunrise hiking on Mount Rainier in peak wildflower season.
The list
New SuperVan routes, PNW season notes, and the dates that fill first.
You are on the list. We write when the next trip is worth packing for — not every Tuesday.