10 Toes Travel Blog

06/17/2026

Best Heavy Duty Beach Chairs for Big Guys (Tested, Ranked, and Honest About It)

Finding a beach chair that holds up when you're a bigger human shouldn't be this hard. I've done the research so you don't have to fold, literally, in front of everyone at the beach.

06/17/2026

Even if you p*e before you get into the tent, you will need to go again in 15 minutes? Am I wrong?

06/17/2026

Stay the F*CK away from baby bears!

A hiker on Mount Si is VERY lucky after their encounter with a mama bear. They got too close to the bear and she did what was natural.

This not only gets hikers hurt, but the bear (and her cubs) because WDFW officers said they are required to kill the bear if they find it.

Link to the full story in the comments. 👇👇👇

06/16/2026

Giant trolls are coming back to the PNW this fall — and this time there are 12 of them. 🧌

Thomas Dambo's "Trolls: A Field Study" opens October 15 at Northwest Trek Wildlife Park and Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium. Eight trolls hidden in the forests at Northwest Trek, four more at Point Defiance. They run 7–9 feet tall and they're built from fallen branches, scrap wood, and reclaimed materials.

The best part? It's included with regular park admission. No extra ticket required.

Mark your calendars — they're only there through January 24, 2027.

06/16/2026

I have both said this and been lied to with this. Tag someone who's done this to you. 😂

06/15/2026

How to Actually Sleep Well in a Tent (12 Things That Make the Difference)

Get a restful night’s sleep on your next camping adventure with these 12 essential tips for cozy tent camping. From choosing the right tent and sleeping pad to staying warm with layers and fuzzy socks, this guide covers everything you need to sleep comfortably in the Pacific Northwest’s great ou...

06/15/2026

I have eaten more spider webs than I care to admit. Someone has to clear the trail for the rest of you. You're welcome.

06/14/2026

Pacific Northwest Trail Stage 45 runs 24.6 miles point-to-point from Port Townsend to Snow Creek, with 2,375 feet of elevation gain — clocking in at roughly 9 to 10 hours. It's rated hard, and that's not an exaggeration. But here's the thing about the PNT — you're unlikely to share the trail with a crowd. This is the kind of route where you actually get to hear yourself think. Best window is May through September. If you're working through PNT sections or just want a serious day out on the Olympic Peninsula, Stage 45 is worth a look.

https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/washington/pacific-northwest-trail-stage-45

06/14/2026

And somehow we keep going back. What is wrong with us? 😂

06/13/2026

Best Portable Power Stations for Camping: The Honest Buyer’s Guide (2026)

Phone dead, lantern dying, someone needs to run a CPAP tonight — and you're 40 miles from an outlet. Here's the complete breakdown of which portable power stations are actually worth it, what size you need for your trip type, and how Jackery and Bluetti stack up at every price point.