Washington Off the Beaten Path features the things travelers and locals want to see and experience––if only they knew about them. From the best in local dining to quirky cultural tidbits to hidden attractions, unique finds, and unusual locales, Washington Off the Beaten Path takes the reader down the road less traveled and reveals a side of Washington that other guidebooks just don't offer.

Washington Off the Beaten Path features the things travelers and locals want to see and experience––if only they knew about them. From the best in local dining to quirky cultural tidbits to hidden attractions, unique finds, and unusual locales, Washington Off the Beaten Path takes the reader down the road less traveled and reveals a side of Washington that other guidebooks just don't offer.

A. L. Kennedy's remarkable new collection of stories shows us exactly what becomes of the broken-hearted. She reveals the sadness, violence, hurt, and terror, but also the redemption of love, and she does so with enormous human compassion, wild leaps of humour, and the brilliantly original linguistic skill that distinguishes her as one of the world's finest writers. Always attuned to the moment of epiphany, these twelve stories are profound, intimate observations of men and women whose lives ache with possibility. Each story is a dramatization of the instant in a life that exposes it all; love and the lack of love, hope and the lack of hope. These men and women are perfectly ordinary people whose marriages flounder; who sit on their own in a cinema watching a film with no soundtrack; who risk sex in a hotel with an anonymous stranger. They conceal tenderness and disappointment, vulnerability and longing, griefs and wonders. Devastating and funny, intimate and profound, the stories in What Becomes are further proof that Kennedy is one of the most dazzling and inventive writers of her generation.

Are you ready to get off the beaten trail? This collection of 50 hikes explores some of the most obscure and beautiful hikes in northwest Oregon and southwest Washington. You'll follow an abandoned railroad through the Coast Range, climb high up the west slope of Mount Hood to incredible wildflower meadows, discover colossal old-growth forest deep in the Clackamas River canyon and get up close and personal with one of Oregon's greatest waterfalls high in the Mount Jefferson backcountry. With detailed descriptions of each hike and maps created using National Geographic's Topo! series, Off the beaten trail lets you discover places and hikes you never knew existed.--Provided by publisher.

Missouri Curiosities is your round-trip ticket to the wildest, wackiest, most outrageous people, places, and things the Show Me State has to offer. Humor columnist Josh Young has combed Missouri for one-of-a-kind gems that make his adopted home state truly unique. You'll visit the annual Great Stone Hill Grape Stomp, the world's largest underground lake, and the Museum of the Dog's Hall of Fame. You'll meet the inventor of the propeller-driven Airbike, a world champion Japanese midget wrestler, and the acknowledged Queen of the Kewpies. You'll find out which establishments serve baloney burgers, "caveman" barbecue, and hot rolls tossed across the room. Whether you were born and raised in Missouri or are a recent transplant, Young's off-the-wall humor will have you laughing out loud as he introduces you to neighbors you never knew you had and takes you to places you never knew existed -- right in your own backyard. Book jacket.

Hidden guides combine unique travel choices, outdoor adventures and little-known locales into a guide where vacations meet adventures. Each guide includes detailed maps, complete internet information for each listing, highlighted author favorites, suggested itineraries, and walking and driving tours. While Seattle may be leading the growth in this red-hot region, there are still many unspoiled getaways to be found in the Pacific Northwest. This guide balances coverage of vintage favorites with new hot spots. Hidden Pacific Northwest takes travelers one step further by adding extensive coverage of outdoor activities, from windsurfing the Columbia River Gorge to climbing glaciers on Mount Rainier to sea kayaking the British Columbia coast. It details 333 places to hike and 726 campgrounds. Also described are distinctive lodging options - including 93 coastal inns - 18 covered bridges to write home about, 10 lighthouses to climb, and 45 places to shop for Northwest crafts. This edition features 53 maps.

Washington's Hidden World: In Search of Undiscovered Treasures" is a fascinating journey through the Evergreen State that appeals to adventurous explorers and the curious alike. This book invites its readers to embark on a unique adventure where they will uncover the mysterious and often overlooked treasures of Washington State. In the pages of this book, readers are immersed in a world that lies beyond the well-known tourist attractions. It highlights hidden places and unexplored gems that are often overlooked by the crowd. The authors take readers on a journey to off-the-beaten-path mountain trails, dreamy lakes, historic sites, and quaint villages rarely found in guidebooks. The stories in this book tell of the people and communities that care for and preserve these undiscovered treasures. They offer insight into the cultural diversity, history, and natural beauty that Washington has to offer. From deserted beaches on the coast to breathtaking viewpoints in the mountains, these sites are a window to the hidden gems just waiting to be explored by curious travelers. "Washington's Hidden World: In Search of Undiscovered Treasures" is a book for those seeking adventure in their own doorstep or looking for new ways to experience this fascinating state. It inspires you to get off the beaten path and discover the often-overlooked wonders of Washington that will amaze anyone.

With stunning photographs and inspiring, often provocative, stories, Exploring Washington's Backroads takes you off the beaten path and into the colorful soul of the Evergreen State. This book will seduce the roadtrip adventurer with its romantic imagery and thoughtful, descriptive clarity. Even the more existentially challenged will thoroughly enjoy these seventeen fun and whimsical excursions around one of North America's most beautifully diverse regions.

Go beyond the Mall to see Washington, D.C.'s lesser-known gems with this guide, from the National Museum of Women in the Arts to the peaceful urban forest of Olmsted Woods.

Wander off the beaten path with artist Earl Thollander and discover some of the most picturesque areas of the state. In hand-written text and vivid illustrations, Back Roads of Washington guides readers through 6,000 miles of scenic beauty. This regional classic captures the memorable details of back roads that can be enjoyed on the way to a destination, on a Sunday drive, or sitting in a comfortable armchair. -- Amazon.