SEATTLE — You don't need to leave the city to reconnect with nature. Sara Anfuso built a loyal following of over 57,000 on Instagram by showcasing the beauty of Seattle through urban hiking. Her ...

On a Sunday in April, I joined an urban hike where, it felt, Seattle’s notorious Freeze did not exist. The group of more than 100 people, mostly in their 20s and 30s — many of whom had just met — ...

One of Greater Seattle’s most prominent stereotypes — we’re outdoorsy — is backed by data. Just under 40% of local adults — about 1.7 million people — hit the hiking trails over the course of a year, ...

If you surveyed Seattle-area newcomers about what drew them to this part of the country, it’s a safe bet hiking would be among the top answers. Western Washington, of course, has some of the most ...

Just on the doorstep of rainy Seattle, the gleaming freshwater shores of Lake Washington are home to dozens of charming urban communities, each with its own unique personality. Whether you're looking ...

Washington state has no shortage of mountains, rivers, and coastline, but this little town certainly has a higher ...