Northwest Journal publications include housing, shopping, recreation, employment, education and arts & culture information for 288 neighborhoods, 83 cities, four counties and covers 6,621 square miles. As one of the 15 largest population centers in the United States, this market area reaches nearly 4 million people, stretches over 100 miles north to south and 50 miles from the eastern shore of Puget Sound to the summit of Mt. Rainier. Located about half way between Vancouver, British Columbia and Portland, Oregon, the NW Metroplex introduces readers to 63 condominium neighborhoods, 52 school districts, 104 private schools, 82 colleges & universities, 6 military bases, 7 library systems, 24 major hospitals, 10 ferry routes, 9 bus systems, 7 major airports, 20 top restaurants, 30 top night clubs, 19 top casinos, 38 top malls & shopping districts, 54 antique districts, 47 state parks, 24 national parks, 21 top boating venues, 14 top biking trails, 9 top hiking trails, 199 marinas, 131 golf courses, 28 driving ranges, 17 mini golf courses, 12 ski areas, 10 winter recreation areas, 36 salt water beach areas, 10 river rafting areas, 12 symphony orchestras, 13 performing arts theatres, 29 museums, 5 major dance companies, 19 major historic sites, Senior centers and housing information, 45 wineries, 19 major cruises, tours & excursions, 7 zoos & aquariums and 16 top scenic drives.