Nisqually Vista Snowshoe at Mount Rainier National Park

by Tim Lewis

“Although the Paradise area trails that radiate out from the visitor center are popular in any season, winter is when they really shine.” That’s the line on VisitRainier.com that led my dad and me to Mount Rainier recently. There are plenty of...

Leavenworth | Our Two Day Getaway To “Little Bavaria”

by Tim Lewis

I’ve lived in Seattle for much of my life so I’ve driven through Leavenworth hundreds of times. It wasn’t until recently, Tove and I actually stopped and enjoyed what “Little Bavaria” had to offer. Since it’s only about two hours...

Take A Quick Woodinville Wine Country Getaway

by Tim Lewis

Sometimes you just need to get away. You can take an extended trip around the globe, or you can simply head 30 minutes down the freeway and find an entirely different world. That’s exactly what you get in Woodinville wine country. With more than 150 wineries and...

Sunrise | An Amazing Mount Rainier Day Trip

by Tim Lewis

There are several places you can head to on a Mount Rainier day trip: Longmire, Ohanapecosh, Paradise are a few visitor centers. But there’s something special about Sunrise. With magnificent views of the mountain, miles of hiking trails, and incredible meadows...

Crystal Mountain Resort | Summer Fun Near Mount Rainier

by Tove Tupper

Crystal Mountain Resort is known for its winter activities. Skiers and snowboarders flock the mountain each year to enjoy the slopes. While it’s a great spot to visit during the winter, summer at Crystal Mountain Resort can be just as fun. With...

Paradise | Mount Rainier National Park Day Trip

by Tim Lewis

There are several areas to enjoy Mount Rainier National Park, but none is more popular than Paradise. Located on the south slopes of Mount Rainier at an elevation of 5,400 feet, there’s a good reason this place is called Paradise. During the summer, the area...