Whether your kids are seasoned hikers or require special snack bribes to hike cheerfully, these family-friendly trails are sure to please the whole family.
We Found a (Much!) Easier Alternative to the Trail of Ten Falls
See 3-4 spectacular waterfalls on this paved hike. Perfect for strollers and grandparents!
How to Forage for Fungi With Your Family
Hit the Old Salmon River Trail in Welches for a mushroom foraging adventure with kids. Plus advice on how to stay safe.
Here’s How to See 10 Waterfalls in One Day
Check out our tips for handling this long hike with kids. You don’t want to miss the “crown jewel” of Oregon trails!
This Waterfall is Worth the Climb with Kids
The journey there is almost as beautiful as the waterfall itself.
Go Chasing Waterfalls in Southwest Washington
Keep cool and check out these four kid-friendly waterfalls in Southwest Washington.
The 6 Best Summer Trails for Families (Meltdown-Free!)
Local author and homeschooling mom Jessica Becker shares six of her favorite kid-friendly summer hikes within a 90-minute drive of Portland.
Bike or Hike Vancouver’s Salmon Creek Greenway Trail
Toddlers to teens will love the smooth ride of the 3-mile Salmon Creek Greenway Trail just 20 minutes outside of Portland
Check Out Vancouver’s Coolest Bridge
Fun for all ages, a visit to the land bridge can be a historically fun, outdoor outing.
Stop and Smell the Wildflowers on These Family-Friendly Hikes
Get outside with the family and smell the wildflowers with these five Portland hikes.
It’s Sunny, Time to Go on a Hike!
Local author Jessica Becker shares 5 of her favorite kid-friendly spring hikes within 45 miles of Portland.
A Trail for the Reluctant Hiker
We’ve cracked the code on getting tweens and teens to hit the trails.
Look Underwater at This Mt. Hood Area Hike
Spring is a great time to explore the trails and viewing window at the Wildwood Recreation Site near Welches.