WARNING:  These are just descriptions of trips I've done, they are not prescriptions for you.  Step away from the boob tube at your own risk.  Errors are not my responsibility.  You are not my responsibility either.  If you don't know what you're doing, stay home, or go out with someone who does.  Do not travel beyond your abilities!  There's a name for deliberately traveling beyond your abilities:  it's called SUICIDE!

I-90 Corridor
    South and Middle Forks of the Snoqualmie River, Snoqualmie Pass, etc.

Mountain Loop Scenic Byway
    North and South Fork of the Stillaguamish River, Darrington, Monte Cristo, etc.
 

Olympic National Park
 

Mt. Rainier National Park