NCMG is awesome! My sister and I wanted to get the multipitch traditional alpine rock climbing…read moreexperience (knot tying, hitches, etc) and we did the 2 Day Guided Course, 1st day was at fun rock in Mazama; true to name, very fun sport climbing area where we worked on skills. Was proficient enough, I suppose, that our guide asked if we wanted to go up in to WA pass. Day 2 we hiked 2 hours to the South Early Winter Spire where we got to short rope, experience the chimney, and summit the 600' spire. Truly a great experience. Our guide Jere was awesome, super knowledgeable, patient, really encouraging and best of all, great sense of humor. He really made the whole experience great. Thanks Jere and NCMG!

Top notch guys. Can't say enough good things. Highly recommend Jeff.read more

More commonly called "South Early Winters Spire" or if you're super-kewl "SEWS", this is a granite…read moremonolith right next to Liberty Bell. It also contains numerous lines, starting at 5.4 and going up from there. I climbed the 5.4 line. It was fun if a bit uninspired. I enjoyed the Beckey route on Liberty Bell More.

High Trek Chelan is a must-visit for adventure-seekers looking for a thrilling experience while in…read moreChelan! Their giant swing and zipline tour offer breathtaking views and an adrenaline rush that is hard to beat. The staff is friendly, professional, and ensures that safety is a top priority, making for a fun and memorable outing for all ages. I highly recommend High Trek Chelan for a unique and exciting adventure during your time in the area. Pro tip: I booked my session using GetOutPass, where I get access to multiple local venues similar to GoCity. Use coupon code: sale1 for an extra $5 discount on top of existing promotions

came to chelan for a family getaway and it was a better experience than expected. Charlie was…read moreawesome definitely recommend going!!

The West Ridge of Forbidden is one of the 50 classic climbs in North America…read more It sees a lot of traffic, and for good reason. (despite this, the trail out can get pretty damn thin and crappy for long stretches of time, not sure how that can be) It's a long ridge climb with solid moves and abundant pro. It reminds me more of something you'd find in the Bugaboos. Permits for the area can be...tough though. North Cascades NP is becoming more and more regulated every year...

In A Nutshell: -Lime…read moreKiln Trail is well maintained (by Eagle Scouts). -If you want a really serene, quiet less traveled trail that encompasses authentic Evergreen State beauty, then this is it. -I encountered no one, which is always great. -Make sure you go early in the morning in weather that most people will avoid. -You will see lot's of moss-covered trees, ferns & slow moving pools of water. Overall, this is an ideal trail that introverts will love.

I just wanted a quick Sunday hike and this hike came up. It is a medium length hike at around 8…read more miles round trip. The trail is very well marked which is always a good thing if you have not been on this hike. The elevation is not bad but there is some up and down throughout the hike. This is a hike that is suitable to young kids since the paths are with some single track, some wide paths and not any dangerous obstacles. There are a couple muddy areas and I think the Winter and early Spring would make this hike rather mucky and a bit more challenging. The rewards along the way are precious with beautiful views of the river, mountains and moss filled trees and not to mention the lime kiln towards the end of the hike. If you are looking for a fun hike that is moderately challenging this is a great Summer/Fall and probably Winter/Spring a little more wet and muddy.

Beautiful park - Please note that there are several closures as of 4/4/26 but still lots of hiking…read moreoptions before the closure! Lakes are stunning!

Amazing, breathtaking, incredible - words cannot describe the beauty of the PNW…read more How lucky are we that we get to live in a world with such wonders? Pictures are from the Maple Pass Loop during larch season :)

YD Adventures is located on a beautiful ranch in Plain, WA and is an ideal organization to work…read morewith regarding youth retreats and adventures. They offer Rock-Climbing, River-Rafting/Kayaking, Horseback-Riding, Backpacking, Challenge Course, Winter Retreats, overnight camping and more! The staff is amazing; they're one-of-a-kind and will tailor each trip according to the needs of your group. Coming away from a trip with YD Adventures will give you memories and group-bonding that will last a lifetime!

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The road up to the trail is in much better shape than I was expecting and when I arrived at 8:30 am…read moreon a sunny Friday, there were plenty of parking spaces left. The trail is very well signaled and maintained. Absolutely GORGEOUS views, challenging enough but not one of those hikes you never want to do again. And the payoff is worth it 100 times.

This hike is not for the faint of heart. I almost turned back 3 times and the first was just…read moredriving up there! This hike however will reward you with beautiful views and a workout and if you make it to the top you will feel beyond proud of yourself. A quick climb up the ladder to the fire lookout will take you back into history with old letters and photos of what this land once was! It was too hot to read through everything when I came up so I will have to make more trips. The road going up is filled with holes, large holes that your whole car will dip into. I took it slow at first until another car passed me and I found the right technique for my subi. Yea a subi can definitely make the trek but just be gentle on your cars and enjoy the journey! The hike up is all stairclimbers. It's definitely not a walking trail for a casual stroll; it's strenuous but very fun. I felt I was in great cardio shape while hiking but my hips and knees definitely made it harder. Stairs made of stones, stairs made of wood, and the last bit leading to the lookout is all hopping over rocks and even pulling yourself up. Bring your hiking poles and it'll definitely help! $5 for parking without a Discovery pass.

Didn't go to Lake Serene - just to Bridal Veil Falls. About 4 miles RT and it worth it…read more Going up - lots of steps and rocks. Muddy in certain places. Definitely would go again.

The payoff is definitely worth it for this hike. It gets relatively steep and definitely isn't for…read moreall fitness levels, but the end result is quite nice. Plenty of spots to sit by the water and enjoy lunch. 4 miles roundtrip with 1000 feet of elevation gain.

This is the lowest and most remote volcano in Washington. I've been up this mountain three times…read moreand love it so I'm reviewing, even though the last time up was 2020. This hike is beautiful, and I suggest taking your time, and staying two nights on the way in, and one night on the way out simply to enjoy the surroundings. Plus, it's nearly a 33 mile round trip. Take the North Fork Sauk Trail to the PCT. First 5 miles are nice and easy, then a couple of miles of seemingly endless switch backs. A short bit on the PCT and a nice camping spot to the right. Second Day is a very nice hike into the mountain and to the high camp. Third morning is the summit approach. The trail is obvious. Depending on the time of the year, you may need to rope up as it can be quite crevassed in the later summer. Definitely recommend ice axe and crampons. We walked out and peered into some deep wide crevasses, anchoring our selves with rope. This is one of my favorite climbs because it's really not hard, just long on the way in. Very beautiful but weather can change very fast and on one summit it turned to a thunder storm. Still, if you like to hike and climb, this one is a must. Bear canisters recommended, though I've never seen a bear here. No permit required, just Northwest Forest Pass for parking. Go do it!

Glacier Peak is notorious mainly for how remote it is. Many people in Seattle have probably seen…read moreit on a clear day, and either not known it's name or mislabeled it something else. It has one of the longest approaches of any major peak in the NW (along with Mt Olympus). But, man, it's a gorgeous hike in! Terrain is continually changing. In the forest, in alpine meadows, over rock, on glaciers, at the summit! Lots of gorgeous places to put a tent on the way in, I'd be worth going to even if you're not going to summit.