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With the climbing season on my mind, I wanted to take it back to one of my favorite climbs in Oregon. South Sister is the third tallest peak in Oregon, standing at 10, 358 feet behind Mt Hood at 11,250 feet and Mount Jefferson at 10,495 feet. South Sister is nestled among the cascade mountain of the Three Sisters, which also includes Middle and North Sisters.
Read MoreTiffany and Colby moved to the Pacific Northwest over three years ago in search of the mountains. Their cross country move from West Virginia landed them in stunning state of Washington. As their love grew so did their love for the captivating peaks. Colby and Tiffany live a dynamic and adventurous life, spending most weekends in the backcountry with their samoyed pup, Romeo. They knew a mountain elopement is what they wanted.
Read MoreI can’t think of anything better than spending the longest day of the year exploring the backcountry of the Three Sisters Wilderness on the Obsidian Trail. The trail is around 12 miles out and back and 2,000 feet in elevation gain. . It is always a treat to check out new areas of the Pacific Crest Trail. I had great company and stunning scenery all around, and even introduced a surf friend to her first backpacking experience!
Read MoreMemories, trails and highlights of an 8-day road trip through Glacier National Park and the Canadian Rockies. Camping through some of the most stunning alpine landscapes in North America. Bathing in serene lakes, soaking in hot springs, and hikes filled with splendor.
Read MoreThe Pacific Northwest Summers are absolutely incredible. Although we get only four months of consistent sunshine, those four months seem to make up for the rest of the year. My husband and I told ourselves that this Summer, we would spend more time backpacking in the wilderness areas of Washington. On the top of that list was the Enchantments.
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