✨ Let us tell you more 👇 _____________ 💾Save to your Washington hiking list ➡️Share with your hiking buddies 💥Follow @rootednroaming to level up your PNW adventures ❗️And you better be leaving no trace when you visit _____________ This is what we did to day hike the Enchantments with a single car and no overnight permit. We recommend this route to experienced hikers looking for a hard day hike. Overall it was about 14 miles and 5,000 feet of elevation gain. We started about 8 am at Stuart and Colchuck Lake Trailhead. But we would recommend getting there even earlier, as it was quite crowded already (it was a Saturday) and you want as much daylight as possible. The 4 miles and 2,000 feet of elevation gain to Colchuck Lake went quickly, but the incline was not exactly easy! We took a swim and snack break at Colchuck Lake. The water is such a pretty color. Then we tackled the infamous Aasgard Pass, which is no joke. Its another 2,000 feet to the top of the pass from Colchuck Lake, and the trail is steep, rocky, and undefined. You should only do this if you are an experienced and fit hiker. We spent some time exploring the first few lakes in the core and enjoyed a lunch while we soaked in the views. We had a long way to go back down, so we headed down from Aasgard Pass. The descent was harder than the incline, and by the time we were down our knees and feet were hurting. We scurried back to the car after another dip in Colchuck Lake. We got to the car around 8 pm, making it a full day on the trail.
✨ Let us tell you more 👇 _____________ 💾Save to your Oregon adventures list ➡️Share with hiking buddies 💥Subscribe to level up your PNW adventures ❗️And you better be leaving no trace when you visit _____________ 📍Where: Tam McCarthur Rim Trail - Cascade Mountain Range, Oregon 🏔️ What: A stunning and moderate hike that is absolutely breathtaking. 🌲Why: Incredible open vistas of the iconic Cascade Mountain peaks: Three Sisters, Broken Top, and Mt. Bachelor. ⏱️ When: Summer and early fall. The snow can stick around late or come early depending on the year. ❓How: Park at the Tam McArthur Rim Trailhead. Fees and Permits: Central Oregon Cascade Wilderness Day Use Permit. We recommend: ➡️ Go on a weekday or early to beat the crowds ➡️ Swim in No Name Lake if you dare! ❓Let us know if you have any questions! 😊 Happy roaming!
I took a shit in those same hot spring tubs in 2004 when I was 18. My buddy and I were there to scope out the nide chick's and chill. Just know you sat in the dame tub I shat in. You're welcome.
Thank you! I have been wanting to check out UHS yet as an autistic person I am always hesitant when I cannot see the lay of the land first. You solved my problem for me and now I can go, loaded down with great tips. Thanks again ;)
People who find cools places organically on there own are 10x more likely to be respectful to the land. People who find it digitally seem to respect the area less.
Not sure I agree with that! Whether you hear it word of mouth in person or online it seems the same. Just important for everyone to leave no trace and respect the location.
Nice, I hiked in 2022 with my sons, and one who would make our trip his 3rd. We started at Cloud Cap going counter because he wanted something different and the rest of us had no reference to what was best. I liked going counter to talk to other hikers about what was in store for either of us. I also liked getting to Timberline for a very nice 3/4 of the way pit stop.
Starting from Timberline Lodge, head clockwise 10 miles to the Sandy River crossing. Day two brings you about 16 miles to Cloudcap. Day three rounds out the hike with about 14 miles back to the lodge. Of course, you can do the reverse to make it a counterclockwise trip, which is also a great option. There are many other variations of a two-night itinerary as well.
I did this trail last year. I started with my brother but he couldn’t finish so we had to get a hitch out of top spur to get the car at timberline, I then came back in Sep and did it CCW with my bestie. Two nights. I would have done three but we just were tired
✨ What to expect + our tips 👇 _____________ 💾Save to your Oregon hiking list ➡️Share with your adventure buddies 💥Follow @rootednroaming to level up your PNW adventures ❗️And you better be leaving no trace when you visit _____________ 📍Where: Todd Lake to No Name Lake Central Oregon 🏔️ What: A gradual but exposed 13-mile hike (2,600 ft elevation gain) from Todd Lake to the stunning No Name Lake. 🌲Why: Perhaps the most picturesque hike in Central Oregon, the views from the top are some of the best in the PNW. No Name Lake is the highest elevation lake in Oregon, and has a truly turquoise color. ⏱️ When: July - October, but snow is likely if not August or September. 🚙 Travel times: Portland: 3 hr 30 min Bend: 30 min Eugene: 2 hr 45 min 📝Fees and Permits: Central Cascades Permit Required - See recreation.gov We recommend: ➡️ Being ready to get a permit early when they open ➡️ Protecting yourself from the sun - lots of exposure ➡️ Bring plenty of water ➡️ Stop for a beer and some food in Bend after! ❓Let us know if you have any questions! 😊 Happy roaming! #nonamelake #centraloregon #oregonhiking #exploreoregon
✨ Steal our itinerary!👇 _____________ 💾Save to your Oregon adventure list ➡️Share with the people you want to go here with 💥Follow @rootednroaming to level up your PNW adventures ❗️And you better be leaving no trace _____________ ☀️This is what we did and had a blast! 😎☀️😎In fact, this has become one of our favorite weekend trips in Oregon. Day 1: 😎Hang out by the waterfront in Hood River 🍺Beer at @fermentbrewing or @pfriembeer 🍕Dinner at @solsticepizza 🏨Hang out and sleep at the Historic Hood River Hotel Day 2: 🏢Walk around downtown Hood River 🍳Breakfast at @broderost 🥐Vegan pastries at @goldengoodshr ☕️Coffee at Ground Epsressor 🏔️Drive to Panorama Point (great no-hike views of Mt. Hood) 🌻Scenic drive to Rowena Crest Viewpoint (wildflowers in April and views year round) 🤔Explore @cgdiscoverycenter 🍻Beer and dinner at @everybodysbrewing in White Salmon ❓Let us know if you have any questions! 😊 Happy roaming! #hoodriveroregon #columbiarivergorge #columbiagorge #exploreoregon #weekendtripsinoregon
✨ How to plan your visit? 👇 _____________ 💾Save to your Oregon waterfalls list ➡️Share with your adventure buddies 💥Follow @rootednroaming to level up your PNW adventures ❗️And you better be leaving no trace when you visit _____________ 📍Where: Silver Falls State Park, Oregon 🏔️ What: Perhaps the best State Park in Oregon. A true waterfall wonderland with tons of hiking trails, a campground, café, and so much more! 🌲Why: Some of the best waterfalls in the PNW and beyond. 4 of them you can walk behind. Is there any other place like that? ⏱️ When: Open year-round. But we think Spring is the best time to visit because the flows are high and the falls are most pretty. Also, the wildflowers are prime right now. 🚙 Travel times: Portland: 1 hr 10 min Bend: 2 hr 30 min Eugen: 1 hr 10 min 📝Fees: 5$ day use fee or 30$ annual Oregon State Parks pass We recommend: ➡️ Doing the Trail of Ten Falls - about 7 miles passing 10 waterfalls! ➡️ Going early or on a weekday to avoid the crowds (which can be substantial). ➡️ Checking out the South Falls café and lodge ➡️ Watching our full video of the Trail of Ten Falls on RU-vid ❓Let us know if you have any questions! 😊 Happy roaming! #silverfallsoregon #silverfalls #oregonstateparks #exploreoregon
✨ How to plan your visit? 👇 _____________ 💾Save to your Oregon Coast list ➡️Share with your adventure buddies 💥Follow @rootednroaming to level up your PNW adventures ❗️And you better be leaving no trace when you visit _____________ 📍Where: Neahkahnie Mountain Just south of Cannon Beach 🏔️ What: A challenging but rewarding 3.5 mile hike to the top of the Neahkahnie Mountain. The last part is quite steep and rocky. That said, the view is worth the scramble. 🌲Why: Perhaps the best views on the entire Oregon Coast. In fact, this is the highest elevation on the Oregon Coast at 1,680 feet! ⏱️ When: Open year round, but we suggest going for sunset in the summer! 🚙 Travel times: Portland: 1 hr 45 min Bend: 4 hr 45 min Seattle: 4 hr 40 min 💵 Fees: Free! We recommend: ➡️Starting from the South Trailhead (the main Trailhead) ➡️Checking out Cannon Beach and Manzanita, two cute Oregon Coast towns. ➡️Exploring Oswald West State park. ❓Let us know if you have any questions! 😊 Happy roaming! #viewpoint #cannonbeach #neahkahniemountain #oregon #pnw #oregoncoast #exploreoregon
What a GORGEOUS spot! Totally adding this to our must do list. Thanks for sharing all this info! Ohhh it sounds extra epic in the winter. Good to know about the campground as well.
✨ How to plan your visit? 👇 _____________ 💾Save to your Columbia River Gorge list ➡️Share with your adventure buddies 💥Follow @rootednroaming to level up your PNW adventures ❗️And you better be leaving no trace when you visit _____________ 📍Where: Rowena Crest Viewpoint East of Hood River 🏔️ What: Free and accessible viewpoint! Stunning wildflowers May - end of April 🌸 amazing views 🌲Why: Some of the best no-hike wildflowers in the Gorge. An easy and rewarding stop when you’re in the area. ⏱️ When: Open year round for day use. 🚙 Travel times: Portland: 1 hr 20 min Bend: 2 hr 45 min Hood River: 18 minutes 💵 Fees: Free! We recommend: ➡️Checking out Hood River or White Salmon There’s some great restaurants and breweries ➡️Driving the Historic Columbia River Gorge Highway and seeing some of the waterfalls ❓Let us know if you have any questions! 😊 Happy roaming! #viewpoint #hoodriver #mthood #oregon #pnw #rowenacrestviewpoint
✨Have you been to Olympic NP? ➡️Send this to the person who you are visiting Olympic with this summer ☀️🙌 🌲Even though we don’t have plans to visit Olympic this year, it comforts be just knowing that it exists. Anyone else feel that way about a certain place? 🥾Abby and I visited last year and went on an awesome backpacking trip. Although we had to shorten our route because my knee hurt. 🏔️The terrain is intense out there 😮💨 #olympicnationalpark🌲 #olympicpeninsula
🎿⛷️Its not to early to start planning for next year! 🏔️Mt. Bachelor is the largest ski resort in Oregon and a great place to do a weekend ski trip. 🚙 Seventh Mountain Resort is the closest lodging to the slopes (only 20 minutes away!). 🍔 The resort is close to all the restaurants and other fun things to do in Bend. ❄️ This is the perfect place for families to stay on an overnight ski trip. My (Logan) family stayed there a few times when I was growing up and it’s was a great time! 👍We highly recommend Seventh Mountain Resort even though we are not affiliated with them. ✨Follow for more great places to stay in Oregon! #mtbachelor #bendoregon #seventhmountainresort
✨ Want to explore? 👇 _____________ 💾Save to your WA adventures list ➡️Share with your adventure buddies 💥Subscribe to @rootednroaming to level up your PNW adventures ❗️And you better be leaving no trace when you visit ❗️ _____________ 📍Where: Cape Disappointment State Park (We promise it’s not disappointing though 😅) 💡 What: Epic WA state park. Just north of the mouth of the mighty Columbia River 🏞️ 🌲Why: - Two lighthouses 💡 - Amazing hiking trails 🥾 - Beautiful views 📸 - Historic military batteries 🎖️ - Excellent campground 🏕️ - and so much more! ⏱️ When: Open year-round but go during winter for pretty much zero crowds. 🚙 Travel times: Seattle: 3 hr Portland: 2.5 hr 💵 Fees: $10 day use fee (or $30 annual pass) We recommend: - Watching our RU-vid 🎥 video or reading our article about Cape Disappointment for insider tips! - Stopping for a coffee or bite to eat in Ilwaco or Long Beach - The Long Beach Bakery has bomb donuts 🍩 ❓Let us know if you have any questions! 😊 Happy roaming!
Subscribe to @rootednroaming to level up your PNW adventures Have you heard of the Lewis and Clark College campus? Did you know it has some of the best gardens in all of Oregon? This gorgeous campus is open to the public and located south of Portland. It's totally worth a visit. This place is seriously out of a fairy tale. Pro tip: bring a picnic blanket and setup on their huge lawn. The view of Mt. Hood is stunning and their flowers are in full bloom right now! Tag your bestie who you want to explore these gardens with!
Haha thanks! Yeah it was seriously one of the hardest things we've ever done. We had no intention of it being so tough... But now that its over it is fun to look back on!
@@RootedandRoaming you can definitely do so much more! I did the 500 miles of the Oregon PCT. So many times i thought i was done - but then i have great memories of adventure - while many were just watching Netflix. I've travelled to 47 countries and lived about 12 years out of the States. I recommend you do that as a couple. There are farms and businesses all over the world you can stay for free if you work a certain amount, and they provide lodging, food, and some pay. If you're interested i can tell you more details of places i've been doing that...Israel, India, Vietnam, Hong Kong, Egypt, Austria, Holland, Brazil... Anyway, keep up the adventures - you guys are great!
@@blessedwithchallenges9917 sounds like a life well lived! Something many people cannot say themselves. We do have plans to travel some this year, in addition to more regional PNW adventures. We are trying to balance saving for the future and enjoying the present, which is tough at times for sure, but hopefully will be helpful to our future selves. So many ways to navigate life, but at the end of it, you can't take anything with you so best to make the most of our time here!
@@RootedandRoaming i sacrificed and lived in an rv for 3 years. Saved - everything! Bought my first house. Never lived in it - rented it out while traveling the world. Worked great for me. But of course, there are so many ways to do it...
✨How to plan your hike👇 ______________ 💾 Save to your Oregon backpacking list! ✈️ Share with your hiking buddies! 💥 Follow to level up your PNW adventures! As always, leave no trace! ______________ This is none other than the epic ☀️Timberline Loop Trail 🌲 This incredible trail is 40 miles around Mt. Hood in Oregon 🏔️ There are tons of campsites all around the mountain 🏕️ Water is abundant for most of the trail💧 This is a great beginner hike. We recommend doing it in 4 days, 3 nights ☀️ We recommend parking at Timberline Lodge 🏠 There is no permit required 📝 leave no trace to help keep it that way. Check out our article on our website (🔗 in bio) for a detailed planning guide! Search “timberline loop” on our website👩💻 Happy hiking 🥾 😎
✨More details👇 ______________ 💾 Save to your Oregon list! 💥 Subscribe to level up your PNW adventures! ______________ Looking for a last minute Oregon spring break trip? Try one of these three options! 🌊 Pacific City This mellow beach town is a perfect place to spend a few days (or longer). You can climb the giant sand dune, enjoy a beer at the Pelican Pub, and take in a beautiful sunset 🌅 🏔️Central Oregon Bend and the surrounding areas offer tons of outdoor activities, spring skiing, hiking, and plenty of restaurants and breweries ☀️ 🌲Columbia River Gorge Waterfall and wildflower heaven! Don’t forget some amazing viewpoints. You can go wrong driving the Columbia River Historic Highway 🚙
✨ Want to explore? ⬇️ 📍Where: Cape Disappointment State Park (We promise it’s not disappointing though 😅) 💡 What: Epic WA state park. Just north of the mouth of the mighty Columbia River 🏞️ 🌲Why: Two lighthouse, amazing hiking trails, beautiful views, historic military batteries, an amazing campground, and so much more! ⏱️ When: Open year-round but go during winter for pretty much zero crowds. 🚙 Travel times: Seattle: 3 hr Portland: 2.5 hr We recommend: - Watching our RU-vid video or reading our article about Cape Disappointment for insider tips! ______________ 💾 Save to your Washington coast list! 💥 Follow to level up your PNW adventures As always, leave no trace! ______________
🏕️ How to plan your hike👇 --------- 💾 Save this to your PNW backpacking list 👍 Subscribe for more hikes in the PNW 🚮 Remember to leave no trace --------- 🌲 East Fork to Glacier Lake to West Fork Loop 📍 Location: Joseph, Oregon 📏 Length: ~35 miles ⛰️ Elevation Gain: 7,060 feet 🏞️ Route Type: Loop 🌟 Overview: The East Fork to Glacier Lake to West Fork Loop is a stunning 35-mile trail in the Eagle Cap Wilderness. It’s a challenging route that offers a little bit of everything: 🐟 alpine lakes 🏔️ mountain passes 🌻 wildflowers and fall colors 🍁 🏕️ Camping & Solitude: Backpackers and campers will love this trail. Set up your tent near the picturesque lakes and enjoy the solitude especially during weekdays. There are lots of campsites. 🌅 Best Time to Visit: Plan your adventure between July and September for the best weather and least amount of snow. 🌞 🌊 Be aware there are some river crossings without bridges, which can be difficult or impossible to cross during high flow events. 🌲 Trail Highlights: Glacier Lake: One of the best alpine lakes in Oregon. A stunning blue lake pristine waters. Frazier Lake to Aneroid Lake: Pack extra water for this stretch. Mountain Passes: Breathtaking views await! Wildflowers: Blooming beauty in summer. 💥 subscribe for more adventures in the PNW
✨How to learn to surf in OR👇 ______________ ➡️ Share with your adventure friends 💾 Save to your Oregon coast list! 💥 Subscribe to level up your PNW adventures! As always, leave no trace! ______________ 🏄♂️🏄🏄♀️ Surfing is one of our favorite outdoor activities. There is nothing like the feeling of gliding down a wave! 🙌 Being outside and active in a dynamic and beautiful environment is hard to describe, so just take our word that it is awesome! 🤔 The truth is, learning to surf is not easy. It’s a steep learning curve that takes commitment. On top of that the gear can be expensive, but buying used is the best option for beginners. 📝We recommend watching some RU-vid videos to understand the basics. Then actually going out and doing it! 🚙🌊 We recommend taking a lesson. You can do this at many surf shops around the Oregon Coast. A lesson is the best way to kickstart your journey. 😎 Next, find some other people who are learning how to surf or are already experienced. It’s always safer to surf with a buddy and surfing with friends is so much fun! 🤔 Learn how to read a surf report. The conditions vary A TON based on the wind, currents, time of year, etc. As a beginner, you’ll want to look for 2-3 foot waves. 🗽🛟 Don’t give up! Keep practicing. Try to go at least 5 times a year. The more waves you can catch the better, even if you can barely stand up! It’s all about muscle memory and repetition. Oh and the type of board matters. 💻 We’ll probably write some articles and make some videos about surfing in Oregon at some point! So stick around for more tips for surfing in Oregon! ✨Follow us to level up your adventures in the PNW!
