The Washington State Hiking Podcast
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 enjoyed Washington's trails her entire life. Craig is a trail runner and ultra marathoner who also loves the mellow walk close to home. Originally from New Hampshire, he has made his home in Washington for more than 30 years. He the author of more than 20 guidebooks covering trails across Washington State and beyond.
Episodes
103 episodes
Preserving of the Middle Fork Snoqualmie Valley with Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust
Mike Woodsum from the Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust sits down with Jennie and Craig to share the story of the restoration of the Middle Fork Snoqualmie Valley and challenges and opportunities ahead for conservation and preservation of publi...
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Episode 100
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55:55
Why the Treaty of Point Elliott Matters for Hikers
Today is the 171st Anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Point Elliott which determined much of the land ownership in what is now Washington State. Jennie discusses how hikers can learn more about treaty rights and Indigenous history and ...
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Episode 99
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11:27
Snow hikes and Snowshoeing in Washington in 2026
Jennie talks about her favorite snow hikes in Washington and some recent changes for parking in some locations.How to hike to Franklin Falls in ...
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Episode 98
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16:33
Hiking in Washington after December's major flooding
Jennie and Craig discuss things to watch for and resources for information about hiking in Washington after December's major floods.
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Episode 97
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20:46
2026 Hiking Resolutions (and reviewing 2025)
Jennie and Craig review their hiking and running resolutions for 2025 and how they turned out and talk about their hiking and running plans for 2026.
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Episode 96
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33:45
Round up of I90 Sno Parks for 2026 (Bonus episode)
Jennie shares a round up of the current status of I90 Sno Parks based on her scouting mission on Monday!Get on Jennie’s email list
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20:10
Hope and Gratitude for our Public Lands
Jennie and Craig discuss organizations and places providing hope for public lands in 2026.Craig...
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Episode 95
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23:42
Best snow free hikes for Winter 2025-2026
Jennie shares tips and favorite spots for snow free winter hiking in Washington (snow options coming in January!). Jennie's favorite hikes with...
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Episode 94
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17:40
Best Vashon Island Hikes
Jennie and Craig discuss their favorite Vashon Island hikes and places to stop and eat after.Cr...
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Episode 93
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21:25
Lessoned learned from three days lost in Olympic National Forest with Stephanie Lincoln
Stephanie Lincoln, former US Army Veteran and all around bad ass (and Washington State Hiking Podcast listener!) sits down with Jennie to share about what she learned and how's she's changed as a hiker since being a missing person for three day...
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Episode 92
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48:39
Best Holiday Hikes for 2025
Jennie shares some favorite hikes for holiday time - either to find great options for short, dark wet days or sharing the best of Washington with visitors as well as why it's worth it to get out and hike during the busy holiday season.
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Episode 91
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19:16
Should hikers be charged for Search and Rescue?
Jennie and Craig discuss the idea of charging hikers for Search and Rescue and whether or not it's a good idea and things to consider along the way.
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Episode 90
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47:15
Bainbridge Island Hikes
Jennie and Craig share their favorite hikes on Bainbridge Island and why it's such a terrific and underrated hiking destination.
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Episode 89
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23:38
What do you want from us in 2026 + Best November hikes
Jennie and Craig want your ideas for the podcast in 2026+ what to know about November hiking in Washington state and some of Jennie's favorite hikes for November
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Episode 88
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18:54
Hiking Washington's National Wildlife Refuges
Jennie and Craig discuss the many National Wildlife Refuges in Washington and why they are such wonderful and underrated hiking spots.
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Episode 87
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15:10
Learning about Indigenous Culture and History while hiking in Washington
Jennie and Craig talk about learning about Native Land while hiking in Washington as well as some of their favorite places to start learning.Indigenous Wa...
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Episode 86
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33:25
Should the Enchantments be closed?
Jennie and Craig discuss the hot topic of whether or not the Enchantments should be closed to hikers.
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Episode 85
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32:32
Doing a 100 Mile Trail Run for the First time at Age 64
Jennie interviews Craig about his experience this summer doing a 100 mile ultra trail run for the first time at age 64 - why he did it, how he prepared, and his advice for anyone wanting to take on a new challenge in midlife or later in life.&n...
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Episode 84
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47:17
Bonus - How did it go at Cutthroat Pass?
In this quick bonus episode Jennie shares how things went on the hike to Cutthroat Pass that we talked about in this week's episode.
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4:29
This Weekend's Larch dilemma
Jennie shares her last minute dilemma for a planned larch hike on Highway 20 this weekend and Craig joins in with his thoughts. Support the Washi...
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Episode 83
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36:49
Uncrowded Golden Larch Hikes
Jennie shares four golden larch hikes that aren't crowded for alpine and western larches. Happy Larch March season!Support the Washington State Hiking...
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Episode 82
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17:01
Hiking and Goats
Jennie and Craig discuss places to see goats while hiking in Washington as well as some basics about goats and goat safety.Suppor...
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Episode 81
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11:57
Best hikes for Fall 2025 around Washington State
Jennie and Craig discuss their favorite fall hikes for this year and this season all around Washington.Support the Washington Sta...
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Episode 80
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