Brandon Fralic

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Washington, Oregon & the Pacific Northwest.Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from visiting Vancouver's Stanley Park for breathtaking oceanfront views to soaking in geothermal water in the middle of a forest in Oregon, and exploring Washington's Diablo Lake by boat or kayak.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Washington, Oregon & the Pacific Northwest travel guide:Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week tripsUpdated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate Washington, Oregon & the Pacific Northwest and connect experiences together with easeCreate your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passionsGet fresh takes on must-visit sights including Malahat Skywalk; Sol Duc Hot Springs; and Seattle’s Lincoln ParkSpecial features on exploring national parks, Seattle walking tour, Highway 101 road tripExpert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and moreEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; accessibility; and responsible travelConnect with Pacific Northwest culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of SeattleCovers Seattle, Northwestern Washington & the San Juan Islands, Olympic Peninsula & Washington Coast, Washington Cascades, Eastern Washington, Portland, the Willamette Valley, Columbia River Gorge, Central Oregon & the Oregon Cascades, The Oregon Coast, Ashland & Southern Oregon, Eastern Oregon, Vancouver, Vancouver Island Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's Washington, Oregon & the Pacific Northwest.

A Pacific Northwest Bookseller Association Bestseller The new and updated second edition of the Pacific Northwest's bestselling guide to hikes and breweries. Beer lovers and hiking enthusiasts, these 52 Pacific Northwest hikes are for you Each carefully-selected hike leads you through stunning scenery, and ends near a brewery or a brewpub--where a local craft beer awaits This full-color guidebook features the best one to six-hour beer hikes in Washington, Oregon, and British Columbia. Each trail description includes details on access, difficulty, duration, points of interest, and also, at trail's end, a recommended beer: its appearance and taste, as well as an inside look behind the brewing.

Washington, the Evergreen state, is known for its lush landscapes of forests and mountains. But you don’t have to go all the way into the backcountry to experience what the state has to offer. In Urban Hikes Washington you’ll hit the trail to discover the landmarks and hotspots that shape the state’s cities and towns. From arboretum trails to picturesque waterfront walks, this guide explores 40-50 urban hiking trails throughout the state.Drawing on their extensive travel knowledge of the state, authors Brandon Fralic and Rachel Wood curate a guide to not only family-friendly footpaths, but to the state’s culinary and gastronomic delights. Take in the sites of Expo ‘74 while walking Spokane’s Riverfront Park, marvel at the landscape architecture of Washington Park Arboretum in Seattle, or brewery-hop after a stroll to Downtown Bellingham from Boulevard Park. Each hike includes trail GPS coordinates and waypoints, detailed hike descriptions, maps, and easy-to-find trailhead directions, along with excellent color photos and travel tips. Hit the trail (or the pavement) and explore Washington!