The Washington State Hiking Podcast

Jennie Thwing Flaming and Craig Romano

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Welcome to the The Washington State Hiking Podcast with your host, Jennie Thwing Flaming. Along with part time co-host and guidebook author Craig Romano, she provides practical and timely seasonal hiking advice for hikers, trail runners and potential hikers of all skill and ability levels that is practical, accurate, fun and inclusive. We cover hikes near Seattle and Tacoma as well as hikes all across Washington from the rain forests of the Olympic Peninsula to the Shrub Steppe of Eastern Washington. Jennie is a middle aged, plus sized, frequently solo slow hiker and a born and raised Washingtonian and has e...

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Eastern Washington Wildflower hikes for Spring

A spring trail guide that points east with practical timing and a few well-chosen stops.

Spring in eastern Washington gets a practical reading here, with Jenny Twing-Flaming and Craig Romano steering listeners toward the Tri-Cities as a place for seasonal hiking.

Why the Tri-Cities is a great hiking destination

A destination primer that ties trail ideas to seasonal planning and local context.

This episode treats the Tri-Cities as a hiking destination in its own right, linking White Bluffs, Hanford Reach, Badger Mountain, and Candy Mountain to the region instead of leaving them as isolated stops.

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  1. 1

    Eastern Washington Wildflower hikes for Spring

    Hosts Jenny Twing-Flaming and Craig Romano tour eastern Washington's best spring wildflower hiking destinations, spanning the Tri-Cities, Palouse, Spokane, Vantage, and the far northeast and southeast corners of the state.

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  2. 2

    Why the Tri-Cities is a great hiking destination

    Hosts Jennie and Craig interview Kevin Lewis, CEO of Visit Tri-Cities, to explore why the Tri-Cities area is a great hiking destination in Eastern Washington, covering its sunny climate, unique landscapes like Badger Mountain and Hanford Reach, seasonal hiking tips, and local attractions.

    ·43m·4 clips
  3. 3

    Dog Friendly Hikes on the Olympic Peninsula

    Hosts discuss hiking with dogs on the Olympic Peninsula, covering trail options and practical tips.

    Apr 16, 2026·31m
  4. 4

    Hiking the Olympic Wilderness Coast with Tommy Farris

    Apr 9, 2026·43m
  5. 5

    Family Friendly Hikes in the Olympic Peninsula Rainforest with Matt Houghton

    Apr 2, 2026·43m
  6. 6

    Surprising and Unique Hiking at Hanford Reach National Monument

    Mar 26, 2026·40m
  7. 7

    How Ice Age Floods created the Hiking Landscapes of Washington Wine Country with Cameron Parry

    A hiking podcast providing seasonal advice and exploring trails across Washington state, with a sponsor spotlight on the Tri-Cities area.

    Mar 19, 2026·41m
  8. 8

    Hiking and on San Juan Islands Trust Lands

    Feb 26, 2026·32m
  9. 9

    New Ways for hikers to experience the San Juans Islands with Emily Herman and Owen Ellis

    Feb 19, 2026·43m
  10. 10

    Best hikes on Land Trust Land in Washington

    Feb 12, 2026·23m
  11. 11

    Reflections on our first 100 Episodes and plans for the next 100!

    Feb 5, 2026·30m
  12. 12

    Preserving of the Middle Fork Snoqualmie Valley with Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust

    Jan 29, 2026·56m
  13. 13

    Why the Treaty of Point Elliott Matters for Hikers

    Jan 22, 2026·11m
  14. 14

    Snow hikes and Snowshoeing in Washington in 2026

    Jan 15, 2026·17m
  15. 15

    Hiking in Washington after December's major flooding

    Jan 8, 2026·21m
  16. 16

    2026 Hiking Resolutions (and reviewing 2025)

    Jan 1, 2026·34m
  17. 17

    Round up of I90 Sno Parks for 2026 (Bonus episode)

    Dec 31, 2025·20m
  18. 18

    Hope and Gratitude for our Public Lands

    Dec 25, 2025·24m
  19. 19

    Best snow free hikes for Winter 2025-2026

    Dec 18, 2025·18m
  20. 20

    Best Vashon Island Hikes

    Dec 11, 2025·21m
  21. 21

    Lessoned learned from three days lost in Olympic National Forest with Stephanie Lincoln

    Dec 4, 2025·49m
  22. 22

    Best Holiday Hikes for 2025

    Nov 27, 2025·19m
  23. 23

    Should hikers be charged for Search and Rescue?

    Nov 20, 2025·47m
  24. 24

    Bainbridge Island Hikes

    Nov 13, 2025·24m
  25. 25

    What do you want from us in 2026 + Best November hikes

    Nov 6, 2025·19m
  26. 26

    Hiking Washington's National Wildlife Refuges

    Oct 30, 2025·15m
  27. 27

    Learning about Indigenous Culture and History while hiking in Washington

    Oct 23, 2025·33m
  28. 28

    Should the Enchantments be closed?

    Oct 16, 2025·33m
  29. 29

    Doing a 100 Mile Trail Run for the First time at Age 64

    Oct 9, 2025·47m
  30. 30

    Bonus - How did it go at Cutthroat Pass?

    Oct 4, 2025·4m
  31. 31

    This Weekend's Larch dilemma

    Oct 2, 2025·37m
  32. 32

    Uncrowded Golden Larch Hikes

    Sep 25, 2025·17m
  33. 33

    Hiking and Goats

    Sep 18, 2025·12m
  34. 34

    Best hikes for Fall 2025 around Washington State

    Sep 11, 2025·26m
  35. 35

    Preparing for and getting weather information for Washington hikes

    Sep 4, 2025·20m
  36. 36

    3 Amazing September Hikes in the Cascade Mountains

    Aug 28, 2025·12m
  37. 37

    Fueling your hike - What to eat while hiking

    Aug 21, 2025·45m
  38. 38

    Best Hikes in Washington’s Selkirk Mountains

    Aug 14, 2025·17m
  39. 39

    Best swimming lakes for late summer

    Aug 7, 2025·17m
  40. 40

    What parking passes do I need for Washington State hiking?

    Jul 31, 2025·19m
  41. 41

    The Best Alpine Wildflower hikes in Washington State

    Jul 24, 2025·20m
  42. 42

    The Best Peak Summer hikes in Washington

    Jul 17, 2025·15m
  43. 43

    Best summer hiking vacations near Washington in Oregon, Idaho and British Columbia

    Jul 10, 2025·24m
  44. 44

    Going Deeper with Nature on the Trail with Matthew Kessi

    Jul 3, 2025·45m
  45. 45

    How to beat the crowds on the trail by finding your own hike

    Jun 26, 2025·24m
  46. 46

    The Best Hiking Summer Vacations in Washington State

    Jun 19, 2025·22m
  47. 47

    A Tribute to the Carbon River area of Mt Rainier National Park

    Jun 12, 2025·23m
  48. 48

    Best Spokane area hikes with Emily Mandagie

    Jun 5, 2025·29m
  49. 49

    Best hikes for Early Summer in Washington State

    May 29, 2025·15m
  50. 50

    Hiking in Southwestern British Columbia with Taryn Eyton

    May 22, 2025·57m
  51. 51

    What Impact will Federal Staff and Budget Cuts have on Washington Hiking this year with Anna Roth (Part 2)

    May 15, 2025·26m
  52. 52

    What Impact will Federal Staff and Budget Cuts have on Washington Hiking this year with Jeff Kish (Part 1)

    Hosts interview Jeff Kish from the Pacific Northwest Trail Association about the trail's history and current issues affecting public lands.

    May 8, 2025·30m
  53. 53

    Best Hikes with Young Kids in Washington with Marissa Pedersen

    Apr 30, 2025·19m
  54. 54

    More than Lake 22 - Lake, Forest and River hikes in Snohomish County

    Apr 23, 2025·22m
  55. 55

    More than Mt Pilchuck - Alpine Hikes in Snohomish County for Solitude

    Apr 16, 2025·22m
  56. 56

    Insiders Guide to Hiking in Snohomish County with Richard Porter and Nick Shekeryk from Snohomish County Placemakers

    Hosts introduce guests from Snohomish County Tourism who discuss their work and connection to hiking.

    Apr 9, 2025·39m
  57. 57

    Best Hikes in Vancouver, British Columbia

    Apr 2, 2025·28m
  58. 58

    Best hikes for Whale Watching in Western Washington

    Mar 26, 2025·19m
  59. 59

    Best spring hikes in Washington for 2025

    Mar 19, 2025·18m
  60. 60

    Spring (and winter) Avalanche Safety with the Northwest Avalanche Center

    Hosts interview an avalanche expert about safety for hikers and trail runners in Washington's spring conditions.

    Mar 12, 2025·30m
  61. 61

    The Best Hikes in Oregon with Matt Wastradowski and Adam Sawyer

    Hosts discuss hiking in Oregon with guest guidebook authors, exploring trails and travel tips.

    Mar 5, 2025·55m
  62. 62

    Wildlife encounters while hiking

    Feb 26, 2025·38m
  63. 63

    Whidbey Island Hikes

    Feb 19, 2025·11m
  64. 64

    Is Valentine's Day hiking a good idea?

    Feb 12, 2025·42m
  65. 65

    Groundhog Day hikes

    Feb 5, 2025·20m
  66. 66

    Winter hikes for Washingtonians in Southern California

    Jan 29, 2025·26m
  67. 67

    Washington’s Best Winter Waterfalls

    Jan 22, 2025·16m
  68. 68

    Best places to Snowshoe in Mt Rainier National Park

    Jan 15, 2025·10m
  69. 69

    Lightening your load on the trail and in life with Glen Van Peski

    Jan 8, 2025·54m
  70. 70

    Hiking resolutions for 2025

    Jan 1, 2025·34m
  71. 71

    The Best Snow Free Winter Hikes in Washington State

    Dec 26, 2024·28m
  72. 72

    Winter Solstice hikes

    Dec 18, 2024·15m
  73. 73

    Olympic National Park without a car with Olympic Hiking Company

    Dec 11, 2024·39m
  74. 74

    Best snowshoeing hikes near Seattle

    Dec 4, 2024·19m
  75. 75

    Hikes to do with or without out of town visitors during the holiday season

    Nov 27, 2024·26m
  76. 76

    Ode to the Commode - All about the outhouses and pit toilets of Washington

    Nov 20, 2024·39m
  77. 77

    What we have in our packs for fall and winter hiking

    Nov 13, 2024·16m
  78. 78

    Best November Hikes in Washington State

    Oct 30, 2024·24m
  79. 79

    Spooky Hikes in Washington State

    Oct 23, 2024·26m
  80. 80

    3 Fall hiking oriented weekend getaways in Washington

    Oct 16, 2024·9m
  81. 81

    5 Popular Hikes in Washington’s Cascades that are worth a vacation day

    Oct 9, 2024·11m
  82. 82

    How to avoid needing a rescue on the trail, and how to improve your odds if you do need help

    Oct 2, 2024·50m
  83. 83

    Larch hikes that aren’t super hard

    Sep 25, 2024·9m
  84. 84

    The Best Fall Hikes in Washington State

    Sep 18, 2024·28m
  85. 85

    Best hikes in North Cascades National Park

    Sep 11, 2024·23m
  86. 86

    Getting Started with Trail Running

    Sep 4, 2024·37m
  87. 87

    Hikes that are not the Enchantments, but just as awesome

    Aug 28, 2024·22m
  88. 88

    Visiting Hurricane Ridge on Transit after the lodge fire

    Aug 21, 2024·11m
  89. 89

    The Best Summer View Hikes in Olympic National Park

    Aug 14, 2024·15m
  90. 90

    The Best Super Hard Core Hikes in Washington

    Aug 7, 2024·26m
  91. 91

    Mellow Big Payoff Summer Hikes in Washington State

    Jul 31, 2024·11m
  92. 92

    The Best Mt Rainier Hikes to do WITHOUT a timed entry permit

    Jul 24, 2024·18m
  93. 93

    The Best Mt Rainier Hikes to do with your Timed Entry Permit

    Jul 17, 2024·13m
  94. 94

    Uncrowded Alternatives to Busy Hikes near Seattle

    Jul 10, 2024·16m
  95. 95

    Best Summer Hikes in Washington State

    Jul 3, 2024·41m
  96. 96

    What we have in our Packs for Summer Hikes

    Jun 26, 2024·56m
  97. 97

    Hiking in Eastern Washington’s Kettle Range

    Jun 19, 2024·18m
  98. 98

    How to get started hiking by yourself

    Jun 12, 2024·16m
  99. 99

    Best hikes for June in Washington State

    Jun 5, 2024·28m
  100. 100

    What to say (and not) to other hikers on the trail

    May 29, 2024·44m
  101. 101

    Taking Trailhead Direct to Popular Trailheads with Ryan Miller from King County Metro

    May 22, 2024·36m
  102. 102

    Taking Trailhead Direct to Popular Trailheads with Ryan Miller from King County Metro

    May 22, 2024·37m
  103. 103

    Hiking off the beaten path in the Trapper Creek Wilderness in the South Cascades

    May 15, 2024·16m
  104. 104

    Big Green Western Washington forest hikes for May

    May 8, 2024·10m
  105. 105

    Best Washington Waterfall hikes (Waterfalls Part 2)

    May 1, 2024·20m
  106. 106

    Best Waterfall hikes on the Olympic Peninsula

    Apr 24, 2024·24m
  107. 107

    Best Spring Beach hikes in Washington

    Apr 17, 2024·16m
  108. 108

    Hikes to pair with tulips in the Skagit Valley

    Apr 10, 2024·23m
  109. 109

    Hiking in the Columbia River Gorge

    Apr 3, 2024·22m
  110. 110

    Hiking at Hanford Reach National Monument

    Mar 27, 2024·15m
  111. 111

    Hiking on Vashon Island

    Mar 20, 2024·19m
  112. 112

    Best Spring hikes across Washington State

    Mar 13, 2024·42m
  113. 113

    Finding hikes and current trail conditions with the Washington Trails Association

    Mar 13, 2024·36m
  114. 114

    Getting Started with Hiking in Washington State

    Mar 13, 2024·20m
  115. 115

    The Washington State Hiking Podcast Trailer

    Mar 8, 2024·4m