Outdoorsy single woman looking for a new city (camping, living in)

[MtnWanderer]

Hi all. I am a professional woman in her early 30's, originally from the East Coast, now living in Seattle. I love Seattle for its laid back attitude and proximity to mountains and activities. The weather, however, is a challenge, with all the grey and rain. So, I am in search of a new place to call home. I love being outdoors, especially in the mountains, for hiking and camping. I prefer hot weather over cold (though preferably not too humid). I'm not big into the nightlife scene, but do want a city that has a decent amount of singles. I am not looking to return to the fast pace East Coast/big city life style. Any and all suggestions appreciated! Thanks so much.

[ForYourLungsOnly]

San Francisco or Portland seem to fit the bill.

[ckhthankgod]

Perhaps Denver.......Maybe Albuquerque, Tucson, Austin....

[JKFire108]

Denver and Portland, Oregon would be good.

[bizkitgto]

What about San Fran or LA?

[Inkpoe]

Portland wouldn't be that much of an improvement from Seattle, in terms of weather.

I second the Denver suggestion, ABQ, and other SW cities. I would also throw in Boise and Spokane (though it does get cold in winter).

[Hemlock140]

If you want hot and dry, look at Sacramento. Easy run to the Sierras for camping and hiking, city of 1/2 million.

[DinsdalePirahna]

San Diego, Coastal Orange County

[lentzr]

Try Tucson, Arizona. They even have the Saguro National Park right outside the city. Also, the weather would be more of your liking than Colorado or the Pacific Northwest.

[TonyVaz1009]

Denver of course.

If you want the improvement over weather you need to get out of the PacNW in general, so Portland won't do.

And Tucson is beautiful, but way too hot, in my opinion.

Denver and Salt Lake City have very good climates, and Albuquerque is nice also. I'd choose from those 3.