Washington officials have closed the only bridge to the northwest corner of the park over safety concerns. And they might not ...

The bridge closure isolates key areas of Mount Rainier National Park. A $1.5 million study will determine next steps.

Closing the bridge was our last option,” Steve Roark, a WSDOT administrator, said in the release. “We fully understand the magnitude of this decision.” ...

Washington State Department of Transportation closed the Carbon River Fairfax Bridge. Now parts of the Mount Rainier National ...

The Washington State Department of Transportation declared an emergency closure of the century-old span near Mount Rainier's ...

SEATTLE — The first Trader Joe's to open in Seattle in more than 13 years will welcome customers Friday in the Greenwood neighborhood. The 10,000-square-foot store at 8726 Greenwood Avenue opens ...

Hiking is America’s favorite outdoor activity, according to the Outdoor Foundation, with some 20% of the population hitting the trails each year. The states that consistently rank as best for ...

Craig Tansley discovers secret towns of the NSW Northern Rivers on a new rail trail ride through its greenest edges. Nothing in life, they say, is free; except the passionfruit outside Stokers ...

Allowed on all trails. Difficulty ratings are listed in each of the trail descriptions. The Mount Battie Road is plowed all winter for walking. On occassion, if conditions permit during the winter, it ...

Park rangers responded the same day to a 19-year-old who suffered a medical issue on the Wonderland Trail and was unable to walk further. Park rangers, Tacoma Mountain Rescue and Mount Rainier ...

AUBURN — For the 94th year, the world’s best cowboys and girls are converging on the Gold Country Fairgrounds in Auburn to compete and perform at the Gold Country Pro Rodeo, April 11-13. The rodeo ...

When it comes to these hikes, some adventurers may decide to steer clear. Hiking trails can be dangerous for many reasons, from steep, rugged terrain to searing temperatures to frequent storms.