Jason Zabriskie
Tuck and Robin Lakes
Ronald, Washington
4.3
13.94 mi
/ 4199 ft gain
Robin Lakes have been coined "The Little Enchantments", and once you visit, you'll realize the nickname is strikingly accurate. But while the hike up is no Aasgard Pass, it's far from a walk in the park.
When you leave the car at the end of the pothole-ridden Salmon La Sac forest service road, you've got an easy-on-the-way-in, seemingly endless on the way out, 3 mile flat stretch of trail alon...
Ancient Lakes Trail
Quincy, Washington
4.7
4.34 mi
/ 213 ft gain
On the hunt for a dry, scenic backpack during a weekend of dreary, wet, early September weather in the mountains, we decided to head toward the high desert outside of Quincy, WA. After a short hike in, we found a site seldom seen - waterfalls and lakes in the midst of the desert - an area known as Ancient Lakes.
During our research, we had read that there was only room for 7-8 cars in the park...
Spade and Venus Lakes
Ronald, Washington
5.0
26.47 mi
/ 5728 ft gain
Nestled in a high rocky cirque near the upper reaches of Mt Daniel, Spade and Venus Lakes are two of the most remote lakes in the Alpine Lake Wilderness. But to experience this level of pure isolation, you'll need to earn it; the shortest hike in to the lakes is 14 miles, the majority of which is on flat, mind-numbingly repetitive trail which seems to go on for hours (it does).
The trail star...
Cross-Country Ski the Rendezvous Huts
Winthrop, WashingtonDuring the winter months, there are few places in the country that are as isolated, picturesque and active as the Methow Valley, home to the western themed town of Winthrop and the tiny little town of Mazama.With over 200 kilometers of well-groomed cross country ski trails throughout the valley, you can ski to your heart's content and then relax at the end of the day at one of many rentals you ...
Mohonk Mountain House Labyrinth and Lemon Squeeze Hike
High Falls, New York
4.5
Mohonk Mountain House is a historic resort located just outside the Catskills in the Hudson Valley just 90 miles north of New York City. With 85 miles of winding trails throughout the Mohonk Preserve, you'll have endless hiking options upon your arrival.Parking at the Gatehouse is limited, so be sure to arrive early, particularly on weekends and busy holidays, as the lot will fill up fast. Acce...
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