SEATTLE (AP) — Authorities have closed a wide swath of popular campgrounds and backpacking areas along the Pacific Crest Trail in Washington as they search for a former Army soldier wanted in ...

It’s important to Jim Pliska that there are opportunities for the top seniors in the Pacific Northwest to showcase their talent locally, and get WAGR.

Can one tree save a forest? Absolutely. The Place: The Black Ram region of extreme northwestern Montana — on the U.S.-Canada border — exists in a magical seam of unparalleled biodiversity where the ...

The new year is here, which means it’s once again time to start dreaming and scheming up some fresh Pacific Northwest travels. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest we dip our toes into the ...

He was not without detractors. Defenders of grizzly bears in the Yaak Valley of Montana opposed a trail cutting through the territory of a dwindling population of bears. But he persevered, creating ...

This National Monument in the Pacific Northwest Was Just Named a Dark Sky Park — and It Has Stunning Marble Caves, Too Oregon Caves National Monument and Preserve has long had an amazing network ...

Endless singletrack, postcard views, and tight-knit community make the PNW a trail runner’s paradise. New to the scene? Local experts share their tips and favorite gear for soaking up the magic.

The California wildfire season is off to a ferocious start, and there’s no bigger threat to Pacific Crest Trail hikers than the Shelly Fire outside Etna.

Oregon’s orchard and vineyard-packed Hood River Valley, about 60 miles east of Portland, brims with wineries, breweries, restaurants and stunning landscapes. Here's where to go, eat and sip.

Hiking toward the historic Enchanted Valley Chalet, our writer thought he was saying goodbye to an old log cabin. And then he saw it — and thinks it's worth saving.

Beautiful hikes span the West Coast and are perfect destinations when spring coaxes us back outside!