This is the second year with required reservations. The trial program is meant to make popular areas of the park less crowded ...

Ollalie State Park in North Bend, Washington, makes for the perfect day trip destination from Seattle. Just don't forget your hiking boots!

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The U.S. is brimming with child-friendly destinations where families can enjoy themselves with little to no challenges. See ...

In the Pacific Northwest, Washington offers the most dramatic scenery. The best place to enjoy the outdoors is in a National ...

Hikers in Great Smoky Mountains National Park will have one less trail to reach Mount LeConte most weekdays. Bullhead Trail in the park will close Monday through Thursday each week, excluding ...