Washington, the insanely beautiful PNW. My bucket list in the evergreen state is infinite, but I’m super pleased to have checked off at least a few experiences on my list with this latest trip. Having 3 kids has definitely changed the dynamic of camping for us. If it were up to me, you would never … More Washington Road Trip Summer 2021
Ah, Bend. The outdoorsy little town nestled in sweet central Oregon. Its intoxicating vibes and surrounding beauty will have you head over heels the moment you arrive. It is also home to the Bend Ale Trail, what is claimed to be the ‘largest beer trail in the west’. If locals aren’t out exploring the endless … More The Bend Ale Trail
Well, it only took me leaving the country to finally find time to sift through and edit my pictures from this past summer’s road trip down Oregon’s coast. Whether you have a day or a whole week to explore, this coast has so much to offer. There are endless trails that wind their way down … More Getting Lost on the Oregon Coast
After our 4 day backpacking excursion, we decided to swing by Forks, Washington for a quick bite to eat. For all of you who are not “Twihards” [serious fans of the Twilight Saga], Forks, Washington is the setting for the vampire books. Forks has fully embraced their fame and has vampire references all over the sleepy … More Washington Coast Pit Stop
Backpacking the Hoh River Trail was my first real backpacking trip and I absolutely loved it! Hoh River Trail is located in Washington’s Olympic National Park and can be easily accessed via the 101. A permit is required if you want to camp overnight on this trail – they are easily obtainable at the ranger’s station … More Hoh River Trail
My first visit to Proxy Falls was over a year ago and I loved it so much, that I had to come back! Proxy Falls trail is located in Willamette National Forest and is a great detour to make when leaving Bend. From Bend to the trailhead, we took the scenic route of Highway 242 and passed several awesome … More Proxy Falls
It is hard not to fall in love with Bend! It has that local, small town vibe with a big sense of adventure. If you love outdoor activities – hiking, kayaking, mountain biking, climbing, rafting, snowboarding, skiing – then this is the city for you. Home to their very own “Bend Ale Trail” and surrounded by stunning … More Fourth of July in Bend
We continued onto Hwy 62 to Crater Lake! It’s a classic stop on any PNW road trip, especially if it’s your first time in Oregon. Of course, expect a ton of tourists at this spot. For me, Crater Lake is about a 30 min pit stop just to take some pictures before continuing on, but it’s … More Crater Lake
My husband and I planned a 10 day road trip up the PNW, which will be my second time exploring Oregon and Washington. Our first stop heading north was the Rogue River Gorge. We decided to walk the trail all the way to the natural bridge, which was definitely the coolest part of the trek! … More Rogue River Gorge Trail
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