Truth or Consequences, New Mexico
The oddly-named town of Truth or Consequences, New Mexico provides a reasonable excuse to detour off of Interstate 25 for…
Socorro, New Mexico
Socorro, New Mexico is a small town along Interstate 25, about an hour south of Albuquerque. It has enough small-town…
The Bosque & West Bluff Park, ABQ
Albuquerque is a beautiful city, but it's easy to lose sight of nature in the urban areas. If you find…
Multnomah Falls: Hike to the Top
Multnomah Falls is one of Oregon's most impressive natural landmarks. It's also the central attraction in the stunning Columbia River…
Shipwreck! Fort Stevens State Park
As far as I know, there's only one beach on the Oregon coast where you can walk up to, and…
Longview, Washington
Longview, Washington is an industrial/timber town on the banks of the Columbia River. I used it as an overnight stop,…
Umtanum Creek, Yakima Canyon Hike
Need a change of pace from alpine hiking at Mount Rainier? Want to escape the rainy days at the mountain…
Yakima Canyon Scenic Drive
Take the scenic drive along the Yakima River, through the canyon of the same name. It's a beautiful desert landscape…
Ritzville, Washington
Ritzville is a small town along Interstate 90 that makes for an interesting stretch-your-legs stop. The downtown area emphasizes its…
Rosenoff Road: I-90’s Scenic Alternative
The drive across Washington on Interstate 90 can be long and tedious. In most places, there isn't a good alternative. …