Discover the ultimate comfort and style with our 2023 guide on Meriwool for Women. Explore the benefits of merino wool clothing for women's activewear and outdoor apparel. The post Meriwool for Women: Ultimate Comfort and Style Guide 2023 appeared first on Women That Hike ..read more

I find it impossible to talk about this magical little enclave and not use the words “hidden gem.” Located just 50 miles from Seattle but light years away from city life, Goldmyer Hot Springs is one of western Washington’s best kept secrets, likely due to a strict reservation system and a very rough road and ... [Read More] The post Goldmyer Hot Springs appeared first on Women That Hike ..read more

With low avalanche danger, enough foot traffic to pack down an obvious trail, easy access via a paved road not far out of town, and parking near sea level, Mailbox Peak has quickly become one of western Washington’s favorite winter hikes. There’s a segment of the hiking population that will generally stay away from snow, ... [Read More] The post Hiking Mailbox Peak In The Winter appeared first on Women That Hike ..read more

Its tagline should be: Great if you have bad knees, terrible if you have a short attention span. There are two ways up this beast of a mountain: the rugged, brutal, masochistic Old Trail or the gently graded, slowly switchbacking, lush and lovely New Trail. You know those siblings that look a lot alike but ... [Read More] The post Hiking Mailbox Peak (New Trail) appeared first on Women That Hike ..read more

Slippery slope here, no pun intended, as we talk about the Haystack, because that nubbin on top of Mount Si crosses the line from hike to climb. It’s a Class 3 with exposure, and falls have resulted in numerous deaths. It’s a don’t-look-down, three points of contact, mildly dizzying 150 feet or so that starts ... [Read More] The post Climbing The Haystack On Mount Si appeared first on Women That Hike ..read more

Mount Si‘s tiny next door neighbor has a lot to offer: from kid-friendly and beginner trails to bolted climbing walls and a scramble route, Little Si is definitely more than meets the eye. Sitting on the west side of North Bend’s famous Mount Si, Little Si is a great option for people who aren’t ready ... [Read More] The post Hiking Little Si, Washington appeared first on Women That Hike ..read more

Take the path less traveled to Poo Poo Point for a different perspective on an old favorite! Did you know there are two trails to Poo Poo Point? The Chirico Trail and the Poo Poo Trail. While the Chirico is the more well-known one, the Poo Poo Trail takes you to the same paraglider launchpad ... [Read More] The post Hiking Poo Poo Point Via The Poo Poo Trail appeared first on Women That Hike ..read more

It wasn’t until I met other mountain women that I felt like I had truly found my people. The anomalies among us that are too dude to connect with the classic lady-ladies but too femme to be one of the guys, we found each other out there, dirt under our short nails, no makeup, hair ... [Read More] The post Mountain Friendships: We’re A Different Breed Of Cat appeared first on Women That Hike ..read more

My Osprey Ariel had served me well on numerous shorter adventures, so when my hiking partner and I decided to do a 75 mile section of the Pacific Crest Trail, of course that would be my pack. I didn’t even question it. And I continued to not question it…until the end of day two, when ... [Read More] The post Speaking Of Backpacks: The Gossamer Gear Mariposa 60L appeared first on Women That Hike ..read more

So the red tape is settled, fees are paid, flights are booked, shuttles and a hotel after are squared away, I’ve confirmed permits over the phone with the very patient ranger at YNP. Food is being gathered and repacked and weighed. Maps are being studied and texts between my hiking partner and I are longer ... [Read More] The post Preparing for the John Muir Trail – Gear appeared first on Women That Hike ..read more