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West Coast Wayfarers

Author: Matt Hansen

Matt is one of the two cofounders of this site, along with his wife, Alysha. Matt grew up in Seattle, and lived in San Francisco for just shy of a decade before he and Alysha quit their jobs to travel the world untethered. He loves paying too much for coffee, walking in the woods, and lives for the thrill of discovering something new.
Hiking the Little Si Trail: A Complete Trail Guide
Hiking Guides | Washington State

Hiking the Little Si Trail: A Complete Trail Guide

ByMatt Hansen June 29, 2022

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A Weekend in Palm Springs: A Complete Itinerary
City Guides | California

A Weekend in Palm Springs: A Complete Itinerary

ByMatt Hansen June 7, 2022

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The Best Things to Do in Point Reyes: What to Do & See
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The Best Things to Do in Point Reyes: What to Do & See

ByMatt Hansen April 24, 2022

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Where To Stay In Point Reyes: The 16 Best Places To Stay
California

Where To Stay In Point Reyes: The 16 Best Places To Stay

ByMatt Hansen April 24, 2022

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Best Hikes near San Francisco: 15 Amazing Bay Area Hikes
Hiking Guides | California

Best Hikes near San Francisco: 15 Amazing Bay Area Hikes

ByMatt Hansen December 1, 2022

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How to Hike the Wallace Falls Trail: A Complete Guide
Washington State | Hiking Guides

How to Hike the Wallace Falls Trail: A Complete Guide

ByMatt Hansen December 2, 2022

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How to Plan an Amazing Washington Road Trip Itinerary
Road Trip Itineraries | National Parks | Washington State

How to Plan an Amazing Washington Road Trip Itinerary

ByMatt Hansen July 12, 2022

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How to Hike the Twin Falls Trail in Washington State
Hiking Guides | Washington State

How to Hike the Twin Falls Trail in Washington State

ByMatt Hansen April 22, 2022

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How to Plan an Amazing San Francisco to Seattle Road Trip
Road Trip Itineraries | California | Oregon | Washington State

How to Plan an Amazing San Francisco to Seattle Road Trip

ByMatt Hansen December 7, 2022

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How to See the 3 Amazing National Parks in Washington State
National Parks | Washington State

How to See the 3 Amazing National Parks in Washington State

ByMatt Hansen February 14, 2022

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Hiking in Washington State: The 16 Best Hikes in Washington
Hiking Guides | National Parks | Washington State

Hiking in Washington State: The 16 Best Hikes in Washington

ByMatt Hansen November 28, 2022

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How to Hike the Incredible Enchanted Valley Trail in WA
Hiking Guides | National Parks | Washington State

How to Hike the Incredible Enchanted Valley Trail in WA

ByMatt Hansen November 29, 2022

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