With the unseasonably warm (and sunny) weather the Seattle area has been having lately, we were itching to get out and hit the trail. The beautiful weather gave us a perfect opportunity to test out some new hiking shoes, like the Vade shoes from Chaco. Best known for their sandals, Chaco has been expanding their...

Channel Islands National Park, an archipelago of five almost entirely undeveloped islands west of Los Angeles, is one of the least visited parks in the country and home to several species that were once critically endangered but whose range is now expanding; options for visitors include an abundance of hiking, tours and stunning views. Maps, Photos