Part of this trail is part of the famous Pacific Crest Trail, a hiking route that crosses the US West Coast for no less than 4,270 kilometres from Washington State through Oregon to the Mexican ...

Nootka Trail is a 23-mile trail on the west coast of the island. Nootka Trail is not a hike for a beginner or out-of-shape hiker — it's often slippery, with many fallen logs and steep slopes.

Here are five budget-friendly West Coast gems to explore, from hiking to historic streets, each offering a unique.