Hello everyone  I live in the Seattle area and want to start backpacking.  I’ve been getting equipment over the winter and wonder about first trips to work the kinks out and get my kit dialed before bigger trips or taking my daughter out.   I was thinking maybe some hike in campgrounds in the area....maybe 3-7 miles in to get some practice.  Does anyone know of any good hike in camp grounds or areas that would be good for this in this area? (once things open up of course, but just planning trips will help at this point!)   Thanks for the help! ... View more

I live just outside Seattle so there is plenty of outside things to do here.  I’m an avid mountain biker and camper. I’ve gotten back into climbing about a year ago and now I’m working to build out my backpacking kit to get further out into the wilderness!   im really looking forward to learning new skills! Chris ... View more