Northwest Moments

We’ve all booked a vacation or jumped in the car for a roadtrip based on a single iconic photo. Here’s our collection of the best Northwest moments captured in photos.

Frozen Franklin Falls, Snoqualmie Pass, Washington

It’s been a long, chilly winter, and it’s not over yet, but there are some positives to those frigid days and nights, like the sight of frozen Franklin Falls. KOMO News shared this spectacular image on Instagram that was captured by @mangojolie, noting, “What a winter it’s been!” The frozen… Read More

Downtown Boise, Idaho

Boise sometimes feels like one of those underappreciated Northwest cities, shunned by travelers for more well-loved cities such as Seattle or Portland. But, we think that Boise has many charms and it’s a wonderfully scenic town. Take a look of this great view from the Old Depot. Boise has wonderful… Read More

Bridal Veil Falls, Oregon

One of our favorite Northwest moment is enjoying a nice stroll or hike to a waterfall. With several mountain ranges paired with rainy weather, we are lucky to have an abundance of them. Bridal Veil Falls in the Columbia River Gorge is one of our favorites. A drive along the… Read More

Cape Flattery, Washington

Today’s Northwest Moment is by Sam Beebe (Creative Commons License) We just published a new guide, best places to storm watch in the Pacific Northwest, with a round up including not just specific coastal towns but also accommodation recommendations (and a few food tips too) to help plan a stormy… Read More

Pelican Brewpub, Pacific City, Oregon

One of our favorite Northwest Moments is enjoying a cold brew from one of the many homegrown brewers located right here in the Northwest – Portland is widely considered one of the nation’s hubs for craft beer, but you can find many popular (and locally owned) breweries all across the… Read More

Washington Pass Overlook – North Cascades Scenic Highway, Washington

Today’s Northwest Moment photo is by Tiffany. Mother Nature is just so abundant in terms of what she has to offer locals and tourists alike. This time of year, we enjoy the drama of the scenery across the Northwest – that’s why we have a new Northwest travel guides, the… Read More