Continuing my hiking adventure in late April, I left the Sandstone Lake Trailhead and drove to Saddle Mountain. This is […]


Continuing my hiking adventure in late April, I left the Sandstone Lake Trailhead and drove to Saddle Mountain. This is […]

Tranquility and serenity, those are the best descriptions of a visit to Soapstone Lake. It is a relatively easy hike – […]

A dark and drizzly day at the Rhododendron Gardens. A fine day for taking pictures. No harsh contrast, soft light, […]

A steep climb to one of the best viewpoints in the Columbia River Gorge. The Mitchell Point Trail begins at […]

It doesn’t happen often, but thanks to the Friends of the Columbia River Gorge I have a new hiking area. […]

Rowena Plateau is a delight to visit and to explore in the Columbia River Gorge. The area is a basalt mesa overlooking […]

Oak Island is open again for hiking. Located nearby on Sauvie Island, it’s a grand place to spot songbirds. Even […]

A beautiful day on the east side of the Cascade Mountains. I was on the way to Colorado Rapids, a […]

Another year and another enjoyable visit to the Tulip Fest. Colorful tulips seemingly as far as the eye can see. […]

North of Carson, Washington and about 45 crow-flying miles northeast of Portland is an easy hike to an amazing 200-foot, three-tiered […]