Links
Useful links for outdoor recreation, climbing resources, and condition reports
National Forest and Parks
Gifford Pinchot National Forest
Trail conditions and recreation information
Mount Rainier National Park
Plan your visit to Mount Rainier
Mount Baker – Snoqualmie National Forest
Current trail conditions and alerts
North Cascades National Park
Hiking information and trail resources
Okanogan & Wenatchee National Forests
Recreation and trail information
Olympic National Forest
Current conditions and updates
Olympic National Park
Coastal routes and park information
Pacific Northwest Climbers Resources
Animated Knots by Grog
Learn essential knots with step-by-step animations
CalTopo Mapping
Advanced topographic mapping for the Pacific Northwest
Cascade Climbers
Community forum for Cascade climbing discussions
Mountaineers – Everett Branch
Local mountaineering club with courses and events
Climbers of Color
Building inclusive climbing communities
Peakbagger
Peak lists and climbing route information
Summit Post
Mountain climbing and mountaineering resource
Washington Trails Association
Trail reports, hikes, and trail maintenance
Conditions (Weather, Avalanche, Flood, Traffic)
Alpenglow's Northwest Weather, Snow and Avalanche Info
Comprehensive weather and snow conditions
National Water and Climate Center – Washington SNOTEL Sites
Real-time snow and water data
Northwest Weather and Avalanche Center (NWAC)
Official avalanche forecasts and education
Ski Reports
Current snow conditions at ski areas
WSDOT
Road conditions and mountain pass reports
Important Note
Always check current conditions before heading out. Weather and trail conditions can change rapidly in the mountains. These links are provided as resources, but conditions should be verified from multiple sources before making travel decisions.