Everyone can agree that Mount Rainier is one of the most picturesque landmarks in Washington. But at 14,500 feet, it's also the most extreme hike in the South Sound. "I'm not going to lie, it was ...

For the ultimate outdoors experience, set your sights high, says Tim Palmer, author of "America’s Great Mountain Trails." The volume, part coffee table book, part guide, covers 100 trails and ...

The most commonly used trails are steep at first and your legs will probably be screaming after your first 15 minutes of hiking. While you never stop going up, the paths ease up and the views open ...