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Things to do this weekend in Seattle and beyond
From rustic to luxe, relaxing hot springs retreats for any season
One Seattle mom shares tips and ideas for taking on this challenge
Family celebrations, hikes and plunges to ring in 2025
Anyone can do it and you’ll have a blast as a family
Skip the drive and walk in the forest with kids, right in town
Rain-friendly playgrounds, parks and trails for drizzly days
Take the whole family on Washington's first and only alpine coaster
Don’t pack up your boots just yet — gorgeous fall color walks await
Map out your adventure to see all the Thomas Dambo trolls in the Pacific Northwest
From an island summit to tot-sized trails through a gorgeous garden
Classic hikes near Seattle plus beat-the-crowd options
The best salmon viewing in rivers and creeks around town
Reasons to get the kids outside
Take the Jetty island ferry to the longest sandy beach in Puget Sound
Where to find kid-friendly trails with beautiful flowers
Swim, splash and play at natural swim spots for Northwest families
Island-by-island guide to kid-friendly activities, lodging and meals
These eight stroller-friendly walking trails are great for exercising with little ones
Outdoor music festivals near Seattle that you and your kids will love
Elevate your next camping trip with this family-friendly gear
Delight your favorite mom with a special activity Mother’s Day weekend
Off-the-beaten-path trails for families
Go city to country in just 20 minutes
Rambles alongside a roaring cascade, for every age
Seattle-area nature walks, volunteer events and more
Kids lead the way at Oxbow’s summer camps
Kid-friendly trails that suit the season
Revel in spring with a walk through cherry trees, daffodils or star magnolias
Sleep among the evergreens or along the shore this summer
Warm up this winter at a local hidden gem
Our low-tide scavenger hunt for Puget Sound–area families
Plus, spectacular yurting spots in Washington and Oregon
Explore nature with kids at this hidden gem in the city
Skirt the snow and wander a trail with kids
You don’t have to live near green spaces to experience the benefits
A luxurious Pacific Northwest experience
Find playgrounds, trails, beaches, gardens and more
Can you solve all the riddles?
Our local “Alps” beckon families with sweet trails for tots and up
It’s a free ticket to incredible outdoor opportunities for families
From Tukwila to Olympia, where to see salmon spawn this fall
Insider’s guide to awesome family fun on beautiful Whidbey Island
Pack in the fun with these awesome ideas
Great no-reservation campgrounds for Northwest families
Get started flying kites with kids around Seattle and beyond
Perfect summer hikes for swimming, picking berries and exploring nature
Follow the fairy trail to discover wee magical dwellings
Have a mini vacay day with a glorious family picnic
Seattle-area trails that feature a “prize”
Toddler-friendly hikes for Puget Sound-area families
Into the wild and back in time
Entice the kids on a hike with the reward of a roaring cascade
Unique green spaces to explore with kids this season
Short and scenic mountain hikes for families
Free fishing this weekend! And how to get started fishing with kids
Frolic among free-flying butterflies at the zoo this season
Gear up and stay safe outside, plus what to do if you see a wild animal
Fab kid-friendly hikes less than an hour from Seattle
Play all day with kids at Seattle’s best park
Woodsy nature trails for little legs
Essential tips and resources
Lovely, updated Paradise Inn is opening for the season
Cute ideas for May 1 to celebrate spring, nature and neighbors
7 play stops your children will love
Plan your spring farm visit today!
Have you hugged a cow today? You should!
Find these amazing sights right in our own backyard
Seattle-area family hikes with a bit of elbow room
Perfect off-season escape for families on a budget
Kids plus blossoms, a winning combo
Nearby wildlands and nature centers for families to explore
Secret island walks for Puget Sound families
Head over the mountains for sun and fun
How a focus on nature is changing therapy for kids
Connect kids, nature and the outdoors with inspired art activities
Bloedel Reserve serves up nature fun for families
Pony rides, ice cream and fields of flowers
Brilliant, leafy walks and great family photo ops
Ways to learn about everyone’s favorite flying mammal
Washington state parks where families can play outdoors
Home projects that provide both academic and vitamin D enrichment
Puddle jumping and mud play — they’re good for you
How much can happen in one small hunk of earth or sea?
Climb and explore at this out-of-the-ordinary play spot
New park features invite creative play and exploration
Durable boots, pants and suits to get you through the wet season
Get outside and explore wild places with kids
A local family test drives new Getaway Skagit Valley
New availability alerts: Find out how they work
6 Seattle-area glacial erratics are fascinating and fun
A scavenger hunt list to guide your nature stroll
Safe and educational private farm visit with kids
Explore this fascinating preserve with a private family guide
Play outside this season (it's important)
New food stands fuel your adventures
Where to go, what to bring, great gear and top tips for a great trip
Search for forest gnomes along a nature trail
Explore the island with KiDiMu's guided activity kits
It's free, easy and endlessly fun for kids and families
State opens new snow play area along I-90
Participate in real science projects in your own neighborhood
Improve your health in nature
Winter is coming but a change of mindset might help
Encourage your kid to get crafty and learn about entomology
15 ways to celebrate the season: pumpkin patches, salmon viewing and more nature outings
Northwest Trek offers private family jeep tours
Remarkable preserve now open by appointment
Raising nature-loving readers
Guidelines for Seattle-area families visiting parks and recreation spots
Families will have more places to play starting May 5
Expert tips for enjoying birds in your yard and your neighborhood
New locations to try out this awesome nature app with kids
How to start hunting around Seattle and the Puget Sound
Where to go with kids for fresh air and solitude
From yoga to glamping to woodworking, great escapes for Northwest moms
Awesome places to run, climb, slide and play opened this past year
Find hiding spots, climbing rocks and space to run at Exploration Park
Spacious, peaceful Rodgers Park gets an ADA update
Kids will love the playgrounds, dinosaurs, fishing pond and gardens
Affordable and accessible family-fun programs that get kids moving
Go for imaginative play at this enthralling play spot
Refuge Outdoor Festival and other outdoor recreation opportunities for people of color
Creative ways to get kids outside and in nature
Make the most of summer days with the best in kid-friendly fun
Follow the Cheshiahud Trail for a new view of the heart of Seattle
Rock your summer (and beyond) with these fantastic memberships for families
Fantastic playground, bike loop, grassy lawn and Mount Rainier view
Low-hassle camping events you and your kids will love
Your entire crew will love it
Too cute! Baby animals born at local zoos and animal parks this spring
New Pacific Seas Aquarium celebrates with sea creatures, storytelling, community art and more
Marvel at stunning nature photos and shoot your own
Popular winter recreation programs for families affected by shutdown
Annie Marie Musselman discusses 'Lobos' at two local readings
If you love our local Southern Resident orcas, try these easy tips
Baby- and tot-friendly treks in Western Washington
Kid-friendly watersport adventures for families around Puget Sound
Procrastinators, ahoy! Terrific campsites close to Seattle and Tacoma might still have spots
The Seattle-based storyteller on making wild spaces accessible
Free program blends tech and nature into family adventure
Two super (and silly) books for the threenagers in your life
And what you can do about it
See the stars, explore the woods, peer under the sea and more — after dark
A new zip line, a high slide and adventure features at Seattle's Discovery Park
Bonus: It'll keep them busy
Scenes from nature and a colorful cast of subjects give kids lots to examine
Stories come alive for Seattle-area families
This adventurous, accessible playground has reopened
All-ages fun with clouds, rain and water, plus kid-friendly hiking
What to plant and how to plant it, plus educational garden crafts and activities
