The Washington State Hiking Podcast
Jennie Thwing Flaming and Craig Romano
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.
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Taking Trailhead Direct to Popular Trailheads with Ryan Miller from King County Metro
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05/22/24 • 35 min
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Ryan Miller from King County Metro joins Jennie to talk about the Trailhead Direct bus service to popular trailheads in King County as well as other metro routes to trails year round - skipping driving, parking hassles and parking passes.
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Metro’s Trailhead Direct website
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Hikes that are not the Enchantments, but just as awesome
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08/28/24 • 22 min
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No Enchantments permit? No problem! Jennie and Craig discuss the many wonderful hikes with similar stunning scenery but without the crowds and red tape.
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Best Hikes in Vancouver, British Columbia
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04/02/25 • 27 min
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Jennie interviews Craig about his brand new book - Urban Hiking Vancouver BC! We talk about the many wonderful hikes that are transit accessible and provide a beautiful oasis in nature within and around the city.
Our sponsor for the month of April is Snohomish County Tourism. Thank you!
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Craig’s hiking guidebooks - NEW Urban Hiking Vancouver BC!
Jennie’s hike planner and Seattle seasonal hiking guide
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Hiking in Southwestern British Columbia with Taryn Eyton
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05/22/25 • 56 min
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Taryn Eyton joins Jennie and Craig to talk about her favorite trails on Vancouver Island and in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia as well as trail challenges to navigate on both sides of the border.
Happiest Outdoors - Taryn’s website and books
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Jennie’s hike planner and Seattle seasonal hiking guide
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The Best Fall Hikes in Washington State
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09/18/24 • 28 min
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Jennie and Craig talk about their favorite hikes in Washington State for seeing larches, alpine berry bushes in all colors, vine maples as well as aspens and birches in Eastern Washington.
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Hiking resolutions for 2025
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01/01/25 • 34 min
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Jennie and Craig discuss their goals and hiking resolutions for 2025 and share some ideas for setting your own hiking resolutions for the coming year.
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Jennie’s hike planner and Seattle seasonal hiking guide
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Visiting Hurricane Ridge on Transit after the lodge fire
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08/21/24 • 11 min
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Jennie shares about her recent experience taking the Clallam Transit shuttle from downtown Port Angeles to Hurricane Ridge, as well as what to expect at Hurricane Ridge after the fire and without the day lodge.
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Mellow Big Payoff Summer Hikes in Washington State
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07/31/24 • 10 min
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Jennie shares her favorite hikes with big payoffs (views, wildflowers, cold water) without too much sweating and climbing, perfect for a mellow day in midsummer.
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Jennie’s article about Entiat Falls/Silver Falls
Jennie’s article about Oyster Dome
Jennie’s article about the Naches Peak Loop
Jennie’s article about Deer Park
Jennie’s article about hiking Orcas Island
Jennie’s article about Mt Fremont
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The Best Mt Rainier Hikes to do WITHOUT a timed entry permit
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07/24/24 • 18 min
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No timed entry permit? No problem! Jennie and Craig discuss their favorite hikes in Mt Rainier National Park that do not require a timed entry permit in 2024.
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Hiking on Vashon Island
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03/20/24 • 18 min
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Jennie shares her favorite hikes on Vashon Island, accessible by car, bus or bike, along with some of her favorite places to stop after a hike on the island.
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Jennie’s article about Vashon hikes
Jennie’s article about exploring Vashon Island
Craig’s Urban Trails Seattle book which includes Vashon hikes
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FAQ
How many episodes does The Washington State Hiking Podcast have?
The Washington State Hiking Podcast currently has 65 episodes available.
What topics does The Washington State Hiking Podcast cover?
The podcast is about Leisure, Podcasts and Hiking.
What is the most popular episode on The Washington State Hiking Podcast?
The episode title 'The Best Summer View Hikes in Olympic National Park' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on The Washington State Hiking Podcast?
The average episode length on The Washington State Hiking Podcast is 25 minutes.
How often are episodes of The Washington State Hiking Podcast released?
Episodes of The Washington State Hiking Podcast are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of The Washington State Hiking Podcast?
The first episode of The Washington State Hiking Podcast was released on Mar 8, 2024.
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