Washington Trails Magazine
Washington Trails Association publishes a magazine 10 times per year, available to members and on selected newsstands. The website offers selected content.
Washington Trails magazine is the state’s premier hiking
magazine.
In each issue, you’ll find articles on hiking destinations, how-to advice, local flora and fauna, hiking news and what’s new at Washington Trails Association. Each month you'll also find stunning photos and a selection of great hikes from our web site.
Membership in Washington Trails Association provides you with a one-year subscription to Washington Trails, which is published ten times per year. To subscribe, click here.
- Exploring the Enchantments
- Trail work from a shovel's perspective
- Gear review: tents
- Seven great overnights
- Hiking with grandkids
Below, you'll find a selection of featured articles from the magazine. But in order to receive all the useful content in the magazine, you’ll want to become a WTA member today.
Washington Trails magazine can also be purchased at retail outlets, including bookstores, newsstands and REI stores in Washington and Oregon.
Washington Trails is a grassroots magazine: most of our articles and photos are submitted by volunteers. If you're interested in submitting to our magazine, please read our Contrbutors Guidelines.
Great Overnights
Seven great packpacking trips to take this summer
Picture the Enchantments
Two writers' perspectives on the magical Enchantments region of the Alpine Lakes Wilderness
A Shovel's Life
A shovel makes its way through WTA's trail maintenance program
Why are Trees Dying?
Spruce budworms and mountain pine beetles hit Cascade forests
Limiting the Damage
WTA Travels to Washington D.C. to speak up for responsible ORV management
A Full Summer of Work
WTA volunteers have many rewarding trail work projects to choose from this summer
The Lost Trail
An easy hike has turned into a major expedition, thanks to washouts
Siberian Trails
Volunteers create a new organization to maintain trails around Russia’s Lake Baikal
A Field Guide to Trail Structures
How to identify common species of trail structures on your next hike
The Quest for a Lake
After seeing a photo on WTA's website, a hiker seeks a lake in British Columbia
Peak Conditioning
Get yourself in shape so your next hike is a breeze
Boys Discover Hiking
Seattle YBOYS program introduces boys to the wonders of the outdoors
Day Hiking Sun Valley
Sun Valley Idaho makes a great base for day hikes--and it's closer than you might think.
Hiking with Dogs
Tips, stories, etiquette and regulations for taking your canine companion on the trail.
Cool Shades
Six stylish sets of sunglasses to keep your eyes protected on the trail.
