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June 18, 2026

The Ultimate PNW Camping Packing List

Heading out for a weekend in the Pacific Northwest? Whether you're tent camping by a lake or parked in the trailer at your favorite spot, the right packing list makes all the difference. I'm sharing our complete PNW camping checklist — covering shelter, camp kitchen, safety, layers, and all the little extras — plus a free printable you can download and take on every trip!
June 11, 2026

The Best Hiking Gear for the Pacific Northwest (Tried & Tested on PNW Trails)

The Pacific Northwest is stunning... and wildly unpredictable. After years of hiking Oregon and Washington trails with my husband Ken, I've dialed in the gear I reach for every single time I head out. From rain jackets that actually keep you dry to the hiking socks that finally ended my blister problem, this is my tried-and-tested PNW hiking gear list, with everything you need to hit the trail confidently, no matter what the weather decides to do.