New England is known for its vibrant fall colors, but did you know the best family-friendly road trip is through Maine? The state has so much to offer from fall festivals and activities to endless roads and trails lined with vibrant reds and yellows in the month of October. Below I’ll share the perfect 3 …
The North cascades is home to some of the most beautiful fall larch hikes. Golden larches line the trails and lake sides, drawing in thousands of people every year. If you’re looking for amazing fall hikes, heading to the North Cascades is the perfect Pacific Northwest destination! Learn everything you need to know about these …
Larches are one of the most beautiful trees in the fall months. Their golden pine needles draw in hikers from all over. The most popular areas to find larches in the Pacific Northwest is Washington and Canada, but did you know Oregon also has larches? Not only can you find them in designated wilderness areas, …
Lake Ingalls is a large, royal blue alpine lake with Mount Stewart towering across it. Located in the Alpine Lakes Wilderness, it is one of the best fall hikes in Washington due to the abundance of golden larches. The trail to Lake Ingalls is full of mountain views from Mount Rainier to Ingalls Peaks. There …
Blue Lake is one of the most popular Washington hikes in the North Cascades. The lake is popular for it’s relatively easy terrain, clear blue waters and the fall larches. Blue lake sits near Liberty Bell and the Winter Spires. They are beautiful, jagged mountain peaks visible from the trail and Blue Lake. This hike …
Maple Pass Loop is one of the most popular hikes in Washington. It is located on the border of North Cascades National Park and is known for its larches and vibrant colors in the fall months. This stunning hike pops hikers out of the forest over looking Lake Ann below. The entire trail has epic …
Lake Valhalla is a beautiful lake tucked in the Cascade mountains that is accessible year-round. The lake is beautiful, sitting at the base of Litchenburg Mountain. The PCT passes right past the lake and part of the trail follows along the PCT as well. Alpine lakes in Washington are in abundance and this is a …