PNW Crossing
PNW Crossing
About the publication

A regional guide to life and travel across the Pacific Northwest

Mt. Rainier under a clear Pacific Northwest sky
Mt. Rainier, viewed from the Sunrise side.
Our mission

We cover the stories shaping Oregon and Washington

Pacific Northwest Crossing is a regional guide to life and travel across Oregon and Washington. We cover destinations to explore, things to do, local food and culture, regional history, and the stories shaping communities throughout the Pacific Northwest.

Our coverage highlights weekend trips, scenic destinations, local events, outdoor adventures, and restaurants worth visiting. Each story is designed to help readers discover new experiences, plan their next outing, and stay connected to the region.

We believe the Pacific Northwest is more than a destination. It is a region shaped by its landscapes, communities, and everyday experiences. At Pacific Northwest Crossing, we focus on what makes the PNW special with articles that inspire residents and travelers to explore and stay connected to the region.

Multnomah Falls cascading through the Columbia River Gorge
Multnomah Falls, Columbia River Gorge.
Old-growth forest on the Olympic Peninsula
Old-growth forest, Olympic Peninsula.
What we cover

Destinations, food & culture

Weekend trips, restaurants, and the neighborhoods writing the region's next chapter.

Explore Oregon

From the coast to the high desert →

Destinations, history, and the stranger corners of the state.

Explore Washington

The Peninsula, the Cascades, and beyond →

Trails, dining, and the stories shaping the Evergreen State.

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Founding editor
From the editor

The Pacific Northwest deserves reporting that takes it seriously

Pacific Northwest Crossing is an independent publication built by writers, photographers, and editors who live in the region and cover it as residents — not visitors passing through. We publish new stories each week and take pride in coverage that helps you see the PNW with fresh eyes.

The PNW Crossing Newsletter

Discover More of the Pacific Northwest

A weekly dispatch of the best new stories from Oregon and Washington — destinations, food, history, and quiet corners worth exploring. No noise, no filler.

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