Fort Casey is located on Whidbey Island and operated from 1907-1917 as a military fort. During WWI much of the artillery was shipped over seas for use on the battlefield, but the facility continued to stage soldiers for departure to the front lines in Europe. Today this 999 acre park stands as a monument to…
Sauk Springs & Skagit View Trails
This little trailhead to Sauk Springs and the Skagit View Trail just narrowly caught my eye today as I was headed West on Highway 20 toward Concrete, Wa. I made a quick u-turn and tucked my car to the side of the road next to the trail. Taking off on the first trail (Sauk Springs)…
Forest Park
The city of Everett bought the land for Forest Park in 1894. The depression of 1893 delayed development of the park, but it soon flourished increasing in size in 1909, 1913, and 1916 with additional land purchases. The park is now nearly 200 acres in size. In 1914 a zoo was started at Forest Park….
Vogler Lake
Just a few miles North of Concrete, Wa is pretty little Vogler Lake. It covers 3.5 acres and is fairly shallow too with an average depth of 10 feet. The best part is that you can drive right to it. Despite the shallowness it holds a decent population of Rainbow and Brook Trout. They do…
Yurt Camping
Enjoy camping year round in a yurt. Nomads have been using yurts for hundreds of years as shelter. Their circular design make them easy to heat and a sturdy shelter. Yurts originated in ancient Mongolia with nomadic tribes. They were made from the hides of animals. You can find many places in the PNW that…
Lower Sauk Boat Launch
What a pretty spot to embark on a wild adventure on the Sauk River! I would even just hang out here for a day. There’s a nice picnic shelter and Honey Bucket available. Plus trails to the river. What more could you need than a few trees, mountainous views and a river? The launch itself…
Leavenworth City Park
After you’ve eaten all the Wiener schnitzel your heart desires, visited the boutiques, and the arts & crafts booths head towards the river where you will find a hidden gem. Leavenworth City Park has miles of well manicured trails for your enjoyment. This is an impressive park originally built in 1975 and improved upon over…
White Chuck Bench Trail
I showed up to the trailhead to the White Chuck Bench Trail outside of Darrington, Wa and found these signs. “Trail work ahead closed to public use” and “Workers riding motorcycles may be on trail.” Normally the thought of missing out on a trail would bum me out, but I am totally excited about this….
Beach Campfire Spots
Friday nights are great date nights. This last Friday my husband and I decided to have a romantic fire on the beach. We stopped at Arnie’s to indulge in their happy hour menu. After dinner we found an open fire pit at Mukilteo Beach and we brought out the beach blanket and smore fixings. It…
Dot City Park
I have lived in this town for several years now and hadn’t ever stopped at Dot City Park. Even though I drive by it often I’m sure glad I did, as I really could see the work that has gone into this little pocket park in Darrington, Wa. Dorothy “Dot” Larson had donated the land…
Iron Goat Trail
We decided to take a midweek adventure and hike the Iron Goat Trail near Stevens Pass, WA. There are two trailheads for this hike one at milepost 55 and near the summit off the Old Cascades Highway. It was midweek and the trailhead was empty except for two bears about a quarter mile from the…
Evan and Boardman Lake
I have done this hike so many times I could probably do it blindfolded. That being said, and due to its popularity, there is usually other hikers there. Today, however, these beauties were all mine. A very rare and special treat! Getting to this trailhead is a journey in itself. Once you leave the Mountain…
Golden Gardens Park
Harry W. Treat developed and named Golden Gardens Park in 1907. He developed this park as a place for a Sunday outing for Seattle residents. The park has an off leash dog park, playground, beach, volleyball courts and an event center. It’s located in the Ballard are at 8498 Seaview Pl. NW, Seattle, WA. Golden…
Peak-a-boo Lake Recon Mission
Earlier this year my cousin Tom and I attempted a Snowshoe Trip to Peak-a-boo Lake in Darrington, Wa. Unfortunately, the snow just got too deep and we had to turn back. Nothing bothers me more than a failed mission, so this last weekend I drug my husband and dog with me to finally finish what…
Discovery Park
There is so much to discover at Discovery Park located at 3801 Discovery Park Blvd, Seattle, WA. Take the 2.8 mile loop to check things out or zig zag yourself through the park on the nearly 12 miles of hiking trails. First thing to do is stop at the visitors center at the East parking…
Olympic Game Farm
There is just no other experience like visiting the Olympic Game Farm in Sequim, Wa. It’s basically a gigantic petting zoo combined with a safari. You can hand feed Tibetan Yaks, llamas, Roosevelt elk, Sika deer, American bison, and Zebras from your car window. Other animals you will see are bears, a lion, tiger, cougar…
Meadowdale Beach
This trailhead to the beach is located at Meadowdale Beach Park at 6026 156th St SW, Edmonds, WA 98026. To get to this beach is a trek. Follow the trail through shady Lund’s Gulch. The trail follows the creek down to the beach. Take care to bring bug spray. Shade and water breed mosquitoes and…
Salsbury Point County Park
Sitting at the South hand of the Hood Canal bridge is Salsbury Point County Park. A nice spot to stretch the legs after some long, cramped road tripping! That’s precisely what my friend Lindsay and I did and we certainly got more than we expected. This is a great access point to a nice, long…
Mount Angel Abbey and Seminary
This Abbey is nestled in the rural community of Mount Angel just outside Silverton, Oregon. The Abbey is both a seminary and a conference center. The campus is beautiful and serene. The seminary has a lot to see, but be sure not to miss the small museum they have on site. On a recent trip…
O.K. Mill Swimming Hole
Over the river and through the woods to our grandmother’s house we used to go. Literally! She lived way out in Machias, Wa and we would pass over the O.K. Mill bridge to get there every time. A landmark that helps me find my way back to my childhood. I spent the first day of…
Silver Falls – Ten Waterfalls in 7.2 Miles
If you are a waterfall aficionado the Silver Falls Oregon State Park (near Salem) is a waterfall lovers paradise. It is often referred to as the “Crown Jewel” of Oregon and rightfully so. On the Ten Falls Trail in 7.2 miles you can expect to see 10 amazing waterfalls. When I set it to do…
Camping on the White Chuck River
For Father’s Day weekend I wanted to take my husband somewhere relaxing and we ended up on the banks of the White Chuck River outside of Darrington, Wa. There are several free campsites in the area with great river access. Ours was just perfect! It was secluded with sandy patches to pitch our tent on…
Summer Reading List – Adventurers & Explorers
Awe… Summer is here. The time of year we all try to slip away for a little vacation. If you are anything like us the first thing you pack is a good book. Here is a list of suggested books about adventures and exploration. Taking a book on an adventures is like having an adventure…
Greider Lakes
I much prefer to write about an adventure freshly after it was had. Most of our adventures are, but in this case I am just anxious to tell you about this place. Facebook memories reminded me that this time last year was when my cousin Tom and I had set out on our great hunt…
Paradise Valley Conservation Trail
Paradise Valley Conservation Trail is located near Maltby, Wa. This park is 667 acres in size and has trails open to horses, mountain bicyclists, and hikers. We decided to make this an afternoon workday hike. As soon as we got off work we headed to the trail. We pulled in at about 4:45pm and saw…
Forgotten Creek Natural Area
Everett, Wa has become quite developed over the years and where there was once thriving forests and babbling brooks there now stands a sort of concrete jungle. However, if you look hard enough one can find little gems such as the Forgotten Creek Natural Area. A place that gives respite from the hustle and bustle…
Deception Falls
If you’re looking for the perfect rest stop on Steven’s Pass, look no further than Deception Falls. You will find rustic bathrooms and also a lovely covered picnic area that also has BBQs. This is a great place to stop, have a little picnic lunch, refresh, and explore Deception Falls. The trailhead to the falls…
Depot Park
Depot Park in Everett, Wa is a labor of love. Back in 1997 a group of volunteers called Friends of the Olde Everett Station and the BNSF Railroad joined forces in transforming this small strip of abandoned land into a beautiful gathering place for the community. Sitting just South of the former Train station. Once…
Icicle Gorge
The rain drove us East this last Saturday to Icicle Gorge in Leavenworth. It’s amazing how easy it is to escape the rain this time of year by just crossing the Cascades. Although, I do not advise it on a Sunday, traffic is brutal that day. The Icicle Gorge trailhead is located 12.4 miles South…
Maggie’s Park
This is quite possibly the tiniest park I have ever laid eyes on! Maggie’s Park in Everett, Wa is just .15 acres and consists of a single picnic bench and a lone tree. It does, however, have decent views of Puget Sound with the BNSF railway in the foreground. //ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com/widgets/q?ServiceVersion=20070822&OneJS=1&Operation=GetAdHtml&MarketPlace=US&source=ac&ref=tf_til&ad_type=product_link&tracking_id=pnwadventur0b-20&marketplace=amazon®ion=US&placement=B01DFDBXZ4&asins=B01DFDBXZ4&linkId=8f29555c3167bcc44d25bcb3ffb919d5&show_border=false&link_opens_in_new_window=false&price_color=333333&title_color=0066c0&bg_color=ffffffAfter some research I discovered that…
Heybrook Fire Lookout
Have you ever dreamed about spending the night in fire lookout tower? You can rent the cabin at the top of the Heybrook Fire Lookout for Your legs will be jelly after this short one mile hike. Be prepared to make a steep elevation gain in a short distance to reach the Heybrook Lookout. The…
Tour the Lake Part 3 (North Cove Park)
This tour around Lake Stevens began in a clockwise motion with long ago happenings at Lundeen Park and unusual history from North Lakeshore Swimming Beach. Today, we are visiting North Cove Park on the banks of Lake Stevens in Lake Stevens, Wa. This spot right here is what put this town on the map. Like…
Franklin Falls
Franklin Falls is located about three miles from where you get off I-90 near the summit. The parking lot is fairly easy to find if you use Google maps or other navigational tools. Get there early this hike is very popular. We went up on an overcast weekday afternoon and found several cars in the…
Red Mountain Lookout
The hike to Red Mountain Lookout in the Glacier Peak Wilderness area of Washington is one that will bring you back in time. It’s one of the most remote areas of the state. The trail is swarmed with ancient old growth along with several culturally modified trees from early Native American inhabitants. Being there was…
PNW Adventure Sisters 