Review: REI Camp Prep Table
REI's Camp Prep Table provides a sturdy base for camp cooking, while the adjustable legs make setting up on uneven terrain a breeze.
Your Guide to Hiking, Backpacking & Camping in the Pacific Northwest
Review: REI Flexlite Camp Dreamer Chair
More comfortable than a typical camp chair, the REI Flexlite Camp Dreamer offers flexibility with movement and a shape that cradles your body with hammock-like suspension.
Review: REI Trailgate Bins & Cubes for Camping Gear
Organize your camping gear and then easily transport it with the Trailgate system of bins and cubes from REI.
Review: Zenbivy Bed Sleep System
The Zenbivy Bed is a different type of sleep system for camping – part quilt, part sleeping bag – designed to be more like sleeping at home.
Review: REI Trail 40 Pack
When I need a pack that can hold a lot of gear for cold weather adventures, the REI Trail 40 lets me carry it all and keep it organized.
Review: Silverlight Hiking Socks
The Silverlight Hiking Socks utilize silver fibers in the fabric mix to create a bacteria- and odor-free sock with light compression for a comfortable fit without feeling too tight.
Review: REI Ruckpack 18 Pack
The REI Ruckpack 18 is a small and versatile day pack that works well for short hikes, travel, and walking around town.
Review: REI Trailgate Shelter
When camping in my Honda CR-V, I use the REI Trailgate Shelter to provide a large covered space for my camp kitchen.
Review: Appalachian Gear All-Paca Fleece Hoodie
The Appalachian Gear All-Paca Fleece Hoodie is a warm yet lightweight mid-layer that has great breathability due to the 100% alpaca fiber.
Review: REI XeroCloud 3L Rain Jacket
The REI XeroCloud 3L Rain Jacket combines soft, stretchy fabric with a durable 3-layer waterproof design, making it a comfortable (and stylish) option for staying dry.
Review: FireMaple FMS-125 PRO Stove
With a sturdy low-base design, the FireMaple FMS-125 remote canister stove offers powerful performance and three large pot supports to accommodate various cookware.
Review: Ombraz Armless Sunglasses
Looking for sunglasses that won’t slip, pinch, or fall off during outdoor adventures? Ombraz armless sunglasses offer a secure, comfortable fit with polarized lenses for reliable sun protection on the go.
Review: REI Ruckpack Sling
The REI Ruckpack Sling is a well-designed, durable, and versatile pack built for both travel and outdoor adventures.
Bivouac campground at Smith Rock State Park
The Bivouac campground at Smith Rock State Park isn't just for rock climbers – it's also a great place for hikers to camp when visiting this high desert location.
Best Hikes at Smith Rock State Park
Smith Rock State Park is located in the high desert of Central Oregon. An internationally renowned location for rock climbing, the park also has plenty of trails for hikers who want to experience the majestic rock scenery.
Pete Lake + Spectacle Lake Backpacking Trip – Alpine Lakes Wilderness
The Alpine Lakes Wilderness in Washington is one of my favorite subalpine/mountain locations. Filled with granite slabs, over 700 mountain lakes, and peak after peak, it's subalpine glory at its finest.
Hunts Cove Backpacking Trip – Mount Jefferson Wilderness
Hike in next to Pamelia Creek, past popular Pamelia Lake and up to Hunts Cove to setup camp at Hanks or Hunts Lakes. Access the Pacific Crest Trail via the Old Hunts Cove Trail for outstanding views of Mount Jefferson.
Falls Creek Falls Hike – Southwest Washington
Stunning Falls Creek Falls is the highlight of this loop hike that combines an easy hike alongside a mossy creek in old-growth forest with an upper ridge trail and canyon views.
Lookout Mountain via Fret Creek Hike – Mount Hood
This hike to Lookout Mountain in Badger Creek Wilderness features western larches displaying golden yellow fall color, multiple viewpoints along the Divide Trail ridge, and of course, the summit of Lookout Mountain.
Misery Ridge Hike – Smith Rock State Park
The Misery Ridge and River Trails showcase the best highlights of the park, winding around the rock formations next to the river, and then all the way to the top, with sweeping vistas in all directions.
Trapper Creek Wilderness Loop Hike
Trapper Creek Wilderness, located in Southwest Washington near the Wind River, includes around 25 miles of trails in old-growth Douglas-fir forests.
Orcas Island & Sucia Island Camping & Kayaking Trip
On this guided multi-day kayaking trip, we paddled from Orcas Island to Sucia Island where we camped for two nights and kayaked around the islands.
Summit Loop Hike – Smith Rock State Park
The Summit Loop features some of the best views at Smith Rock State Park, circling around the park via the Burma Road, Summit and River Trails.The Summit Loop is the longest hike at Smith Rock, featuring some of the best views by circling the park via the Burma Road, Summit and River Trails.
Spring Wildflower Hikes Near Portland
Winter's rains are followed by spring wildflowers in the Pacific Northwest. These hikes showcase everything from open meadows filled with flowers to woodland wildflowers next to rivers and streams.