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PIKE PLACE MARKET
Pop over to the world-famous market to shop the city’s largest crafts mart, pick up super-fresh ingredients, browse the specialty shops or take advantage of loads of dining options, including pop-up patio fare.
Seattle
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WOODLAND PARK ZOO
Meet more than 900 animals spread over 92 acres that have been divided into bioclimatic zones such as humid tropical rain forests (jaguars and monkeys and ocelots!) and the African savanna (lions and giraffes and zebras!).
Whidbey Island
DECEPTION PASS STATE PARK
Whether the cliffs are shrouded in mysterious clouds or the water is reflecting sunny skies, this park’s views are spectacular. Don’t miss Rosario Beach’s tide pools or the Samish Nation story pole while exploring the hiking trails.
FORT CASEY HISTORICAL STATE PARK
Visit the recently restored Admiralty Head Lighthouse, home to a gift shop (open seasonally), exhibits, a pair of Fresnel lenses and a fantastic water view. The former military fort also features hiking trails, camping and lots of saltwater shoreline.
READ STORY
LANGLEY
Soak up the waterside charm of the artsy village of Langley, where you’ll find Moonraker Books, small boutiques and several outdoor dining options, including takeout lobster rolls from Saltwater Fish House and Oyster Bar.
BLUE FOX DRIVE-IN
Catch first-run movies paired with cult classics from the socially-distant comfort of your car. Dinner might include a Philly cheesesteak sandwich, hot dog and chili cheese fries. For dessert: churros, soft-serve ice cream or a $1 packet of Tums.
San Juans
ROCHE HARBOR RESORT
Once a lime-mining company town, the picturesque waterfront resort includes a marina, gardens, walking paths, restaurants, shops, an 1892 church and the circa-1886 Hotel de Haro — named for the Spanish wayfarer said to be the first European to visit the islands.
THE SAN JUANS SCULPTURE PARK
Meander among more than 150 pieces of freestanding works of art at this 20-acre outdoor (and social-distance friendly) gallery about 15 minutes north of Friday Harbor. The collection rotates,
so there’s always something
new to see.
THE WHALE MUSEUM
Behold the car-size whale skeletons and models, as well as the skull of “Stinky Bill,” a 1-year-old gray whale, at this natural-history museum, a Friday Harbor fixture since 1979.
GRIFFIN BAY BOOKSTORE
Browse for a cozy mystery or bestselling novel — or order that indie book you’ve been meaning to read for curbside pickup. Fully stocked for fun, the bookstore also carries games, puzzles, journals and stationery.
READ STORY
Columbia river gorge
MT. HOOD
Across the Hood River-White Salmon bridge, Oregon Route 35 takes winter-sports lovers to Mt. Hood, which offers snowshoeing, Nordic skiing, downhill skiing and snow tubing at Timberline Lodge and Ski Area, Mt. Hood Skibowl and Mt. Hood Meadows.
SKAMANIA LODGE
Two new luxury treehouses have been added to the Stevenson lodge’s collection of private, stand-alone hotel rooms elevated amid Douglas firs. Each treehouse features a fire pit, outdoor deck, kitchenette and s’mores kit.
COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE NATIONAL SCENIC AREA
The deciduous-and-evergreen treescape and breathtaking mountains offer plentiful active pursuits ranging from hiking to ziplining. Drink in the spectacular views and stunning waterfalls where the mighty river carves its way through the Cascades.
READ STORY
LONG BEACH PENINSULA
DISCOVERY TRAIL
From the Port of Ilwaco to Long Beach, the Discovery Trail is 8.5 miles of hikeable, bikeable coastal beauty. Among the possible sightings: an ancient Sitka spruce grove, windswept dunes, gray whale carvings and plenty of Lewis and Clark lore.
BEARDS HOLLOW
Leave the car at the Beards Hollow parking lot in Cape Disappointment State Park and follow the paved trail though wetlands to the wide Beards Hollow beach, where tide pools and their glorious little creatures await.
CAPE DISAPPOINTMENT LIGHTHOUSE
With sweeping, fantastic views of the Pacific Ocean, Long Beach Peninsula, Columbia River Bar and the northern Oregon coast, this active sentinel in Cape Disappointment State Park overlooks a treacherous stretch of water known as the “Graveyard of the Pacific.”
READ STORY
Cle Elum
CLE ELUM RIVER
The Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest surrounds the Cle Elum River. The diverse landscape features high alpine peaks, valleys of old growth forest and rugged shrub-steppe country, all supporting abundant wildlife
such as porcupine, deer, trout
and salmon.
SUNCADIA RESORT
Stay amid forests, meadows and rivers, where year-round outdoor activities abound, including a 36-hole golf course, horseback riding, fly fishing tours, archery and even ax-throwing. Ask for a mountain view to catch the sun setting over the nearby peaks.
READ STORY
TACOMA
LEMAY CAR MUSEUM
At the LeMay Car Museum, winding garagelike ramps take visitors through four levels of hot rods, buggies, station wagons, luxury sedans, sports cars and eccentric vehicles that can’t quite be categorized.
WATERFRONT
Mount Rainier is a towering presence beyond Tacoma’s waterfront.
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WING LUKE MUSEUM
Explore Asian Pacific American art and culture, including a new exhibit that looks at “what beauty truly means” through examining the history, culture and the industry of beauty through an
APA lens.
READ STORY
SEATTLE ART MUSEUM
LThe new exhibit “City of Tomorrow: Jinny Wirght and the Art That Shaped a New Seattle” features 64 modern and contemporary works (including Cindy Sherman, Andy Warhol and Mark Rothko) collected by Seattleite Jinny Wright.
READ STORY
THE BURKE MUSEUM
The Burke’s new building features striking gallery spaces, life-size taxidermied animals and Northwest Native arts and food. Don’t miss the huge “Synecdoche” mural by RYAN! Fedderson, where symbols transform into creatures that transform into everyday items.
READ STORY
LEAVENWORTH
LEAVENWORTH
From Thanksgiving weekend through Valentine’s weekend, Leavenworth is lit up with over a half-million lights, and the romance of the town’s architecture frosted in fresh
snow is difficult to best.
SLEEPING LADY MOUNTAIN RESORT
Sleeping Lady Mountain Resort’s rustic-chic rooms feature feature direct-outdoor room entrances. There’s room to roam on the 67-acre property, with library, organic gardens and mountain grounds with an art walk to explore.
STEVENS PASS
Stevens Pass Ski Resort offers Alpine skiing and ski lessons. The 1,125 acres are open for day or night skiing and riding, with more than 1800 vertical feet on two mountains, and an average 460 inches of snow annually. (Julian B. Tracy/Stevens Pass)
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Erin Wygant photo
Slater Moore photo
San Juan Islands Sculpture Park
Jack Riley photo
Saltwater Fish House and Oyster Bar
Admiralty Head Lighthouse at Fort Casey
Blue Fox Drive-in Theatre
Photo by Michael Stadler
Photo by Jeremy Dwyer-Lindgren/Woodland Park Zoo
Photo by Jason Leung
Wing Luke Museum
Eirik Johnson photo
Burke Museum
(Courtesy of TravelTacoma.com)
(Courtesy of TravelTacoma.com)
North Head Lighthouse
Beards Hollow
Discovery Trail
Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area
Photo courtesy of Skamania Lodge
Mt. Hood
Suncadia Resort
Cle Elum River
(Julian B. Tracy/Stevens Pass)
(Sleeping Lady Mountain Resort)
(Brian Munoz photo)
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Port Townsend
WHALE-WATCHING
Meet the maritime neighbors, aboard Puget Sound Express’s
4-hour whale-watching excursion. A marine naturalist will point out tufted puffins, sea lions and whales — and even allow you to eavesdrop on whale squeals using a hydrophone.
Downtown marina
DOWNTOWN MARINA
In the late 1800s, Port Townsend was Puget Sound’s flourishing maritime gateway for ships coming in and going out of Washington. Now, downtown Port Townsend is remarkable for the number of independent specialty boutiques snuggled up in 19th-century brick buildings.
PORT WILSON LIGHTHOUSE
The Point Wilson Lighthouse, built in 1879, eventually expanded into Fort Worden, a site of intense military infrastructure, and became a spectacular Washington State Park in 1973. Bring a flashlight to explore Fort Worden Artillery Battery’s spooky concrete tunnels and barracks.
Point Wilson Lighthouse
READ STORY
MOUNT RAINIER
NISQUALLY RIVER
The Nisqually River carves a dramatic rocky course from its glacial headwaters down through the park.
Grove of the Patriarchs
GROVE OF THE PATRIARCHS
This 1.5-mile loop meanders through old-growth forest, where 1000-year-old trees reign supreme. A suspension bridge adds to the drama.
SUMMER WILDFLOWERS
Mount Rainier’s slopes offer splashes of vibrant summer color as wildflowers blanket lush green meadows.
Mount Rainier
READ STORY
Nisqually River
BELLINGHAM
JAW-DROPPING VIEWS
Take turns being the driver and the passenger to make the most of 20-mile Chuckanut Drive Scenic Byway.
Visit Bellingham
GREAT OUTDOORS
Kayaking is a peaceful way to take in the natural beauty around Bellingham.
Visit Bellingham
BACK IN TIME
Bellingham’s Fairhaven Historic District is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Peter James Photography Studio
JOLT OF EXCITEMENT
The MegaZapper at the SPARK Museum of Electrical Invention offers visitors thrills and education.
Visit Bellingham
READ STORY
Lake CHELAN
PARASAILING
Parasailing first took off in Washington state at Chelan Parasail.
Downtown marina
WAVE POOL
In May, Lakeside Surf opened the world’s largest standing wave — up to 6 feet tall and 54 feet wide.
LAKE CHELAN
With a maximum depth of 1,486 feet, Lake Chelan is the third-deepest lake in the United States.
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WALLA WALLA
BIRD
One of Pioneer Park Aviary’s colorful residents.
(Lora Shinn)
MUSEUM
Gerry Matthews keeps an eye on his treasures at the Museum of Un-Natural History.
(Lora Shinn)
WINERY
Abeja Inn & Winery is just one of many wineries dotting Walla Walla’s expansive landscape.
(Visit Walla Walla)
DOWNTOWN
Dozens of wineries and restaurants have set up sidewalk-style dining in the shadow of leafy trees and overflowing flower baskets.
(Visit Walla Walla)
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LEAVENWORTH
LEAVENWORTH
From Thanksgiving weekend through Valentine’s weekend, Leavenworth is lit up with over a half-million lights, and the romance of the town’s architecture frosted in fresh
snow is difficult to best.
(Brian Munoz photo)
SLEEPING LADY MOUNTAIN RESORT
Sleeping Lady Mountain Resort’s rustic-chic rooms feature feature direct-outdoor room entrances. There’s room to roam on the 67-acre property, with library, organic gardens and mountain grounds with an art walk to explore.
(Sleeping Lady Mountain Resort)
STEVENS PASS
Stevens Pass Ski Resort offers Alpine skiing and ski lessons. The 1,125 acres are open for day or night skiing and riding, with more than 1800 vertical feet on two mountains, and an average 460 inches of snow annually.
(Julian B. Tracy/Stevens Pass)
READ STORY
LAKE CHELAN
PARASAILING
Parasailing first took off in Washington state at Chelan Parasail.
(Brian Munoz photo)
WAVE POOL
In May, Lakeside Surf opened the world’s largest standing wave — up to 6 feet tall and 54 feet wide.
(Sleeping Lady Mountain Resort)
LAKE CHELAN
With a maximum depth of 1,486 feet, Lake Chelan is the third-deepest lake in the United States.
(Julian B. Tracy/Stevens Pass)
READ STORY
Cle Elum
CLE ELUM RIVER
The Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest surrounds the Cle Elum River. The diverse landscape features high alpine peaks, valleys of old growth forest and rugged shrub-steppe country, all supporting abundant wildlife such as porcupine, deer, trout and salmon.
(Visit Walla Walla)
SUNCADIA RESORT
Stay amid forests, meadows and rivers, where year-round outdoor activities abound, including a 36-hole golf course, horseback riding, fly fishing tours, archery and even ax-throwing. Ask for a mountain view to catch the sun setting over the nearby peaks.
(Visit Walla Walla)
READ STORY
Columbia river gorge
MT. HOOD
Across the Hood River-White Salmon bridge, Oregon Route 35 takes winter-sports lovers to Mt. Hood, which offers snowshoeing, Nordic skiing, downhill skiing and snow tubing at Timberline Lodge and Ski Area, Mt. Hood Skibowl and Mt. Hood Meadows.
Mt. Hood
Photo courtesy of Skamania Lodge
SKAMANIA LODGE
Two new luxury treehouses have been added to the Stevenson lodge’s collection of private, stand-alone hotel rooms elevated amid Douglas firs. Each treehouse features a fire pit, outdoor deck, kitchenette and s’mores kit.
Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area
COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE NATIONAL SCENIC AREA
The deciduous-and-evergreen treescape and breathtaking mountains offer plentiful active pursuits ranging from hiking to ziplining. Drink in the spectacular views and stunning waterfalls where the mighty river carves its way through the Cascades.
READ STORY
LONG BEACH PENINSULA
Discovery Trail
DISCOVERY TRAIL
From the Port of Ilwaco to Long Beach, the Discovery Trail is 8.5 miles of hikeable, bikeable coastal beauty. Among the possible sightings: an ancient Sitka spruce grove, windswept dunes, gray whale carvings and plenty of Lewis and Clark lore.
Beards Hollow
BEARDS HOLLOW
Leave the car at the Beards Hollow parking lot in Cape Disappointment State Park and follow the paved trail though wetlands to the wide Beards Hollow beach, where tide pools and their glorious little creatures await.
CAPE DISAPPOINTMENT LIGHTHOUSE
With sweeping, fantastic views of the Pacific Ocean, Long Beach Peninsula, Columbia River Bar and the northern Oregon coast, this active sentinel in Cape Disappointment State Park overlooks a treacherous stretch of water known as the “Graveyard of the Pacific.”
North Head Lighthouse
READ STORY
TACOMA
FORT NISQUALLY LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM
At this carefully restored circa-1855 fur trading outpost, guide the family on a time-travel adventure through an open-air collection of 17 historic buildings enclosed within a wooden palisade, or wall.
(Courtesy of TravelTacoma.com)
(Courtesy of TravelTacoma.com)
POINT DEFIANCE ZOO AND AQUARIUM
A timed ticket gets you into the zoo, where two impressive aquarium exhibits transport you beneath the sea. You’ll find finned and scaled creatures both adorable (Bruno the green sea turtle) and more adorable (Sammy the snaggletoothed sand tiger shark).
READ STORY
Seattle
Burke Museum
THE BURKE MUSEUM
The Burke’s new building features striking gallery spaces, life-size taxidermied animals and Northwest Native arts and food. Don’t miss the huge “Synecdoche” mural by RYAN! Fedderson, where symbols transform into creatures that transform into everyday items.
READ STORY
Eirik Johnson photo
SEATTLE ART MUSEUM
The new exhibit “City of Tomorrow: Jinny Wirght and the Art That Shaped a New Seattle” features 64 modern and contemporary works (including Cindy Sherman, Andy Warhol and Mark Rothko) collected by Seattleite Jinny Wright.
READ STORY
Wing Luke Museum
WING LUKE MUSEUM
Explore Asian Pacific American art and culture, including a new exhibit that looks at “what beauty truly means” through examining the history, culture and the industry of beauty through an
APA lens.
READ STORY
Photo by Jason Leung
PIKE PLACE MARKET
Pop over to the world-famous market to shop the city’s largest crafts mart, pick up super-fresh ingredients, browse the specialty shops or take advantage of loads of dining options, including pop-up patio fare.
READ STORY
Photo by Jeremy Dwyer-Lindgren/Woodland Park Zoo
WOODLAND PARK ZOO
Meet more than 900 animals spread over 92 acres that have been divided into bioclimatic zones such as humid tropical rain forests (jaguars and monkeys and ocelots!) and the African savanna (lions and giraffes and zebras!).
READ STORY
Whidbey Island
Photo by Michael Stadler
DECEPTION PASS STATE PARK
Whether the cliffs are shrouded in mysterious clouds or the water is reflecting sunny skies, this park’s views are spectacular. Don’t miss Rosario Beach’s tide pools or the Samish Nation story pole while exploring the hiking trails.
Blue Fox Drive-in Theatre
BLUE FOX DRIVE-IN
Catch first-run movies paired with cult classics from the socially-distant comfort of your car. Dinner might include a Philly cheesesteak sandwich, hot dog and chili cheese fries. For dessert: churros, soft-serve ice cream or a $1 packet of Tums.
FORT CASEY HISTORICAL STATE PARK
Visit the recently restored Admiralty Head Lighthouse, home to a gift shop (open seasonally), exhibits, a pair of Fresnel lenses and a fantastic water view. The former military fort also features hiking trails, camping and lots of saltwater shoreline.
Admiralty Head Lighthouse at Fort Casey
LANGLEY
Soak up the waterside charm of the artsy village of Langley, where you’ll find Moonraker Books, small boutiques and several outdoor dining options, including takeout lobster rolls from Saltwater Fish House and Oyster Bar.
Saltwater Fish House and Oyster Bar
READ STORY
walla walla
(Lora Shinn)
BIRD
One of Pioneer Park Aviary’s colorful residents.
(Lora Shinn)
MUSEUM
Gerry Matthews keeps an eye on his treasures at the Museum of Un-Natural History.
WINERY
Abeja Inn & Winery is just one of many wineries dotting Walla Walla’s expansive landscape.
(Visit Walla Walla)
DOWNTOWN
Dozens of wineries and restaurants have set up sidewalk-style dining in the shadow of leafy trees and overflowing flower baskets.
(Visit Walla Walla)
READ STORY
port townsend
WHALE-WATCHING
Meet the maritime neighbors, aboard Puget Sound Express’s 4-hour whale-watching excursion. A marine naturalist will point out tufted puffins, sea lions and whales — and even allow you to eavesdrop on whale squeals using a hydrophone.
DOWNTOWN MARINA
In the late 1800s, Port Townsend was Puget Sound’s flourishing maritime gateway for ships coming in and going out of Washington. Now, downtown Port Townsend is remarkable for the number of independent specialty boutiques snuggled up in 19th-century brick buildings.
Downtown marina
POINT WILSON LIGHTHOUSE
The Point Wilson Lighthouse, built in 1879, eventually expanded into Fort Worden, a site of intense military infrastructure, and became a spectacular Washington State Park in 1973. Bring a flashlight to explore Fort Worden Artillery Battery’s spooky concrete tunnels and barracks.
Point Wilson Lighthouse
READ STORY
MOUNT RAINIER
NISQUALLY RIVER
The Nisqually River carves a dramatic rocky course from its glacial headwaters down through the park.
Nisqually River
GROVE OF THE PATRIARCHS
This 1.5-mile loop meanders through old-growth forest, where 1000-year-old trees reign supreme. A suspension bridge adds to the drama.
Grove of the Patriarchs
SUMMER WILDFLOWERS
Mount Rainier’s slopes offer splashes of vibrant summer color as wildflowers blanket lush green meadows.
Mount Rainier
READ STORY
San Juans
Jack Riley photo
ROCHE HARBOR RESORT
Once a lime-mining company town, the picturesque waterfront resort includes a marina, gardens, walking paths, restaurants, shops, an 1892 church and the circa-1886 Hotel de Haro — named for the Spanish wayfarer said to be the first European to visit the islands.
San Juan Islands Sculpture Park
THE SAN JUANS SCULPTURE PARK
Meander among more than 150 pieces of freestanding works of art at this 20-acre outdoor (and social-distance friendly) gallery about 15 minutes north of Friday Harbor. The collection rotates, so there’s always something new to see.
THE WHALE MUSEUM
Behold the car-size whale skeletons and models, as well as the skull of “Stinky Bill,” a 1-year-old gray whale, at this natural-history museum, a Friday Harbor fixture since 1979.
Slater Moore photo
Erin Wygant photo
GRIFFIN BAY BOOKSTORE
Browse for a cozy mystery or bestselling novel — or order that indie book you’ve been meaning to read for curbside pickup. Fully stocked for fun, the bookstore also carries games, puzzles, journals and stationery.
READ STORY
BELLINGHAM
Visit Bellingham
JAW-DROPPING VIEWS
Take turns being the driver and the passenger to make the most of 20-mile Chuckanut Drive Scenic Byway.
Visit Bellingham
GREAT OUTDOORS
Kayaking is a peaceful way to take in the natural beauty around Bellingham.
BACK IN TIME
Bellingham’s Fairhaven Historic District is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Peter James Photography Studio
Visit Bellingham
JOLT OF EXCITEMENT
The MegaZapper at the SPARK Museum of Electrical Invention offers visitors thrills and education.
READ STORY
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ROCHE HARBOR RESORT
Once a lime-mining company town, the picturesque waterfront resort includes a marina, gardens, walking paths, restaurants, shops, an 1892 church and the circa-1886 Hotel de Haro — named for the Spanish wayfarer said to be the first European to visit the islands.
Jack Riley photo
THE SAN JUANS SCULPTURE PARK
Meander among more than 150 pieces of freestanding works of art at this 20-acre outdoor (and social-distance friendly) gallery about 15 minutes north of Friday Harbor. The collection rotates, so there’s always something new to see.
San Juan Islands Sculpture Park
THE WHALE MUSEUM
Behold the car-size whale skeletons and models, as well as the skull of “Stinky Bill,” a 1-year-old gray whale, at this natural-history museum, a Friday Harbor fixture since 1979.
Slater Moore photo
GRIFFIN BAY BOOKSTORE
Browse for a cozy mystery or bestselling novel — or order that indie book you’ve been meaning to read for curbside pickup. Fully stocked for fun, the bookstore also carries games, puzzles, journals and stationery.
Erin Wygant photo
SAN JUANS
READ STORY
JAW-DROPPING VIEWS
Take turns being the driver and the passenger to make the most of 20-mile Chuckanut Drive Scenic Byway.
Visit Bellingham
GREAT OUTDOORS
Kayaking is a peaceful way to take in the natural beauty around Bellingham.
Visit Bellingham
BACK IN TIME
Bellingham’s Fairhaven Historic District is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Peter James Photography Studio
JOLT OF EXCITEMENT
The MegaZapper at the SPARK Museum of Electrical Invention offers visitors thrills and education.
Visit Bellingham
BELLINGHAM
READ STORY
WHALE-WATCHING
Meet the maritime neighbors, aboard Puget Sound Express’s 4-hour whale-watching excursion. A marine naturalist will point out tufted puffins, sea lions and whales — and even allow you to eavesdrop on whale squeals using a hydrophone.
DOWNTOWN MARINA
In the late 1800s, Port Townsend was Puget Sound’s flourishing maritime gateway for ships coming in and going out of Washington. Now, downtown Port Townsend is remarkable for the number of independent boutiques snuggled up in 19th-century brick buildings.
Downtown marina
POINT WILSON LIGHTHOUSE
The Point Wilson Lighthouse, built in 1879, eventually expanded into Fort Worden, a site of intense military infrastructure, and became a spectacular Washington State Park in 1973. Bring a flashlight to explore Fort Worden Artillery Battery’s concrete tunnels and barracks.
Point Wilson Lighthouse
port townsend
READ STORY
BACK
(Courtesy of TravelTacoma.com)
FORT NISQUALLY LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM
At this carefully restored circa-1855 fur trading outpost, guide the family on a time-travel adventure through an open-air collection of 17 historic buildings enclosed within a wooden palisade, or wall.
(Courtesy of TravelTacoma.com)
POINT DEFIANCE ZOO AND AQUARIUM
A timed ticket gets you into the zoo, where two impressive aquarium exhibits transport you beneath the sea. You’ll find finned and scaled creatures both adorable (Bruno the green sea turtle) and more adorable (Sammy the snaggletoothed sand tiger shark).
TACOMA
READ STORY
READ STORY
Burke Museum
THE BURKE MUSEUM
The Burke’s new building features striking gallery spaces, life-size taxidermied animals and Northwest Native arts and food. Don’t miss the huge “Synecdoche” mural by RYAN! Fedderson, where symbols transform into creatures that transform into everyday items.
READ STORY
Eirik Johnson photo
SEATTLE ART MUSEUM
The new exhibit “City of Tomorrow: Jinny Wirght and the Art That Shaped a New Seattle” features 64 modern and contemporary works (including Cindy Sherman, Andy Warhol and Mark Rothko) collected by Seattleite Jinny Wright.
READ STORY
WING LUKE MUSEUM
Explore Asian Pacific American art and culture, including a new exhibit that looks at “what beauty truly means” through examining the history, culture and the industry of beauty through an APA lens.
Wing Luke Museum
READ STORY
Photo by Jason Leung
PIKE PLACE MARKET
Pop over to the world-famous market to shop the city’s largest crafts mart, pick up super-fresh ingredients, browse the specialty shops or take advantage of loads of dining options, including pop-up patio fare.
READ STORY
Photo by Jeremy Dwyer-Lindgren/Woodland Park Zoo
WOODLAND PARK ZOO
Meet more than 900 animals spread over 92 acres that have been divided into bioclimatic zones such as humid tropical rain forests (jaguars and monkeys and ocelots!) and the African savanna (lions and giraffes and zebras!).
SEATTLE
DECEPTION PASS STATE PARK
Whether the cliffs are shrouded in mysterious clouds or the water is reflecting sunny skies, this park’s views are spectacular. Don’t miss Rosario Beach’s tide pools or the Samish Nation story pole while exploring the hiking trails.
Photo by Michael Stadler
BLUE FOX DRIVE-IN
Catch first-run movies paired with cult classics from the socially-distant comfort of your car. Dinner might include a Philly cheesesteak sandwich, hot dog and chili cheese fries. For dessert: churros, soft-serve ice cream or a $1 packet of Tums.
Blue Fox Drive-in Theatre
FORT CASEY HISTORICAL STATE PARK
Visit the recently restored Admiralty Head Lighthouse, home to a gift shop (open seasonally), exhibits, a pair of Fresnel lenses and a fantastic water view. The former military fort also features hiking trails, camping and lots of saltwater shoreline.
Admiralty Head Lighthouse at Fort Casey
LANGLEY
Soak up the waterside charm of the artsy village of Langley, where you’ll find Moonraker Books, small boutiques and several outdoor dining options, including takeout lobster rolls from Saltwater Fish House and Oyster Bar.
Saltwater Fish House and Oyster Bar
Whidbey Island
READ STORY
WHALE-WATCHING
Meet the maritime neighbors, aboard Puget Sound Express’s 4-hour whale-watching excursion. A marine naturalist will point out tufted puffins, sea lions and whales — and even allow you to eavesdrop on whale squeals using a hydrophone.
DOWNTOWN MARINA
In the late 1800s, Port Townsend was Puget Sound’s flourishing maritime gateway for ships coming in and going out of Washington. Now, downtown Port Townsend is remarkable for the number of independent boutiques snuggled up in 19th-century brick buildings.
Downtown marina
POINT WILSON LIGHTHOUSE
The Point Wilson Lighthouse, built in 1879, eventually expanded into Fort Worden, a site of intense military infrastructure, and became a spectacular Washington State Park in 1973. Bring a flashlight to explore Fort Worden Artillery Battery’s concrete tunnels and barracks.
Point Wilson Lighthouse
port townsend
READ STORY
NISQUALLY RIVER
The Nisqually River carves a dramatic rocky course from its glacial headwaters down through the park.
Nisqually River
GROVE OF THE PATRIARCHS
This 1.5-mile loop meanders through old-growth forest, where 1000-year-old trees reign supreme. A suspension bridge adds to the drama.
Grove of the Patriarchs
SUMMER WILDFLOWERS
Mount Rainier’s slopes offer splashes of vibrant summer color as wildflowers blanket lush green meadows.
Mount Rainier
MOUNT RAINIER
READ STORY
BACK
DISCOVERY TRAIL
From the Port of Ilwaco to Long Beach, the Discovery Trail is 8.5 miles of hikeable, bikeable coastal beauty. Among the possible sightings: an ancient Sitka spruce grove, windswept dunes, gray whale carvings and plenty of Lewis and Clark lore.
Discovery Trail
BEARDS HOLLOW
Leave the car at the Beards Hollow parking lot in Cape Disappointment State Park and follow the paved trail though wetlands to the wide Beards Hollow beach, where tide pools and their glorious little creatures await.
Beards Hollow
CAPE DISAPPOINTMENT LIGHTHOUSE
With sweeping, fantastic views of the Pacific Ocean, Long Beach Peninsula, Columbia River Bar and the northern Oregon coast, this active sentinel in Cape Disappointment State Park overlooks a treacherous stretch of water known as the “Graveyard of the Pacific.”
North Head Lighthouse
LONG BEACH PENINSULA
READ STORY
BACK
MT. HOOD
Across the Hood River-White Salmon bridge, Oregon Route 35 takes winter-sports lovers to Mt. Hood, which offers snowshoeing, Nordic skiing, downhill skiing and snow tubing at Timberline Lodge and Ski Area, Mt. Hood Skibowl and Mt. Hood Meadows.
Mt. Hood
SKAMANIA LODGE
Two new luxury treehouses have been added to the Stevenson lodge’s collection of private, stand-alone hotel rooms elevated amid Douglas firs. Each treehouse features a fire pit, outdoor deck, kitchenette and s’mores kit.
Photo courtesy of Skamania Lodge
COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE NATIONAL SCENIC AREA
The deciduous-and-evergreen treescape and breathtaking mountains offer plentiful active pursuits ranging from hiking to ziplining. Drink in the spectacular views and stunning waterfalls where the mighty river carves its way through the Cascades.
Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area
COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE
READ STORY
NISQUALLY RIVER
The Nisqually River carves a dramatic rocky course from its glacial headwaters down through the park.
Nisqually River
GROVE OF THE PATRIARCHS
This 1.5-mile loop meanders through old-growth forest, where 1000-year-old trees reign supreme. A suspension bridge adds to the drama.
Grove of the Patriarchs
SUMMER WILDFLOWERS
Mount Rainier’s slopes offer splashes of vibrant summer color as wildflowers blanket lush green meadows.
Mount Rainier
MOUNT RAINIER
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BIRD
One of Pioneer Park Aviary’s colorful residents.
(Lora Shinn)
MUSEUM
Gerry Matthews keeps an eye on his treasures at the Museum of Un-Natural History.
(Lora Shinn)
WINERY
Abeja Inn & Winery is just one of many wineries dotting Walla Walla’s expansive landscape.
(Visit Walla Walla)
DOWNTOWN
Dozens of wineries and restaurants have set up sidewalk-style dining in the shadow of leafy trees and overflowing flower baskets.
(Visit Walla Walla)
WALLA WALLA
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CLE ELUM RIVER
The Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest surrounds the Cle Elum River. The diverse landscape features high alpine peaks, valleys of old growth forest and rugged shrub-steppe country, all supporting abundant wildlife such as porcupine, deer, trout and salmon.
Cle Elum River
SUNCADIA RESORT
Stay amid forests, meadows and rivers, where year-round outdoor activities abound, including a 36-hole golf course, horseback riding, fly fishing tours, archery and even ax-throwing. Ask for a mountain view to catch the sun setting over the nearby peaks.
Suncadia Resort
CLE ELUM
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LEAVENWORTH
From Thanksgiving weekend through Valentine’s weekend, Leavenworth is lit up with over a half-million lights, and the romance of the town’s architecture frosted in fresh snow is difficult to best.
(Brian Munoz photo)
SLEEPING LADY MOUNTAIN RESORT
Sleeping Lady Mountain Resort’s rustic-chic rooms feature feature direct-outdoor room entrances. There’s room to roam on the 67-acre property, with library, organic gardens and mountain grounds with an art walk to explore.
(Sleeping Lady Mountain Resort)
STEVENS PASS
Stevens Pass Ski Resort offers Alpine skiing and ski lessons. The 1,125 acres are open for day or night skiing and riding, with more than 1800 vertical feet on two mountains, and an average 460 inches of snow annually.
(Julian B. Tracy/Stevens Pass)
LEAVENWORTH
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PARASAILING
Parasailing first took off in Washington state at Chelan Parasail.
(Brian Munoz photo)
WAVE POOL
In May, Lakeside Surf opened the world’s largest standing wave — up to 6 feet tall and 54 feet wide.
(Sleeping Lady Mountain Resort)
LAKE CHELAN
With a maximum depth of 1,486 feet, Lake Chelan is the third-deepest lake in the United States.
(Julian B. Tracy/Stevens Pass)
LAKE CHELAN
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NORTH EAST WEST SOUTH COAST
CENTRAL
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SPOKANE
SKY’S THE LIMIT
Numerica Skyride‘s enclosed cabins take visitors for a
15-minute pass over the churning Spokane Falls.
(Lora Shinn)
WOW FACTOR
Another distinctive Riverfront Park landmark is the 12-foot tall Red Wagon slide.
(Lora Shinn)
PARK IT!
The grand jewel of downtown is the newly renovated 100-acre Riverfront Park. Family-friendly diversions abound, include playing in the 40 jets of the Rotary Fountain and a ride on the Looff Carrousel.
(Visit Walla Walla)
DOWNTOWN VIBES
Spokane’s walkable, historic downtown makes exploration an enjoyable, relaxed experience.
(Visit Walla Walla)
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(Lora Shinn)
BIRD
One of Pioneer Park Aviary’s colorful residents.
(Lora Shinn)
MUSEUM
Gerry Matthews keeps an eye on his treasures at the Museum of Un-Natural History.
WINERY
Abeja Inn & Winery is just one of many wineries dotting Walla Walla’s expansive landscape.
(Visit Walla Walla)
DOWNTOWN
Dozens of wineries and restaurants have set up sidewalk-style dining in the shadow of leafy trees and overflowing flower baskets.
(Visit Walla Walla)
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BIRD
One of Pioneer Park Aviary’s colorful residents.
(Lora Shinn)
MUSEUM
Gerry Matthews keeps an eye on his treasures at the Museum of Un-Natural History.
(Lora Shinn)
WINERY
Abeja Inn & Winery is just one of many wineries dotting Walla Walla’s expansive landscape.
(Visit Walla Walla)
DOWNTOWN
Dozens of wineries and restaurants have set up sidewalk-style dining in the shadow of leafy trees and overflowing flower baskets.
(Visit Walla Walla)
WALLA WALLA
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VANCOUVER
(Courtesy of Visit Vancouver USA)
LOOK ALL AROUND
The Vancouver Farmers Market boasts more than 150 market stalls, with produce from local fields, food trucks, artisanal fermented foods, handmade soaps, pottery, clothing — and even a bookbinder.
(Courtesy of Visit Vancouver USA)
LOOK BACK
Fort Vancouver National Historic Site is a reconstruction based on the original fort established by Hudson’s Bay Company in 1824.
(Courtesy of Visit Vancouver USA)
LOOK UP
Sailing in Vancouver comes complete with stunning views of Mount Hood.
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MT. HOOD
Across the Hood River-White Salmon bridge, Oregon Route 35 takes winter-sports lovers to Mt. Hood, which offers snowshoeing, Nordic skiing, downhill skiing and snow tubing at Timberline Lodge and Ski Area, Mt. Hood Skibowl and Mt. Hood Meadows.
(Courtesy of Visit Vancouver USA)
SKAMANIA LODGE
Two new luxury treehouses have been added to the Stevenson lodge’s collection of private, stand-alone hotel rooms elevated amid Douglas firs. Each treehouse features a fire pit, outdoor deck, kitchenette and s’mores kit.
(Courtesy of Visit Vancouver USA)
COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE NATIONAL SCENIC AREA
The deciduous-and-evergreen treescape and breathtaking mountains offer plentiful active pursuits ranging from hiking to ziplining. Drink in the spectacular views and stunning waterfalls where the mighty river carves its way through the Cascades.
(Courtesy of Visit Vancouver USA)
COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE
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VANCOUVER
MT. HOOD
Across the Hood River-White Salmon bridge, Oregon Route 35 takes winter-sports lovers to Mt. Hood, which offers snowshoeing, Nordic skiing, downhill skiing and snow tubing at Timberline Lodge and Ski Area, Mt. Hood Skibowl and Mt. Hood Meadows.
(Courtesy of Visit Vancouver USA)
(Courtesy of Visit Vancouver USA)
SKAMANIA LODGE
Two new luxury treehouses have been added to the Stevenson lodge’s collection of private, stand-alone hotel rooms elevated amid Douglas firs. Each treehouse features a fire pit, outdoor deck, kitchenette and s’mores kit.
(Courtesy of Visit Vancouver USA)
COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE NATIONAL SCENIC AREA
The deciduous-and-evergreen treescape and breathtaking mountains offer plentiful active pursuits ranging from hiking to ziplining. Drink in the spectacular views and stunning waterfalls where the mighty river carves its way through the Cascades.
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North Cascades Highway
(Brian Munoz photo)
DIABLO LAKE
Turquoise-hued Diablo Lake was formed as a reservoir after the Skagit River was dammed.
WASHINGTON PASS OVERLOOK
Washington Pass Overlook is at Highway 20's highest point, offering a 400-foot-long paved trail to an endpoint view of surrounding granite spires and peaks.
(Sleeping Lady Mountain Resort)
(Julian B. Tracy/Stevens Pass)
RAINY PASS
Dramatic mountains and thick forests make for a memorable drive as Highway 20 winds through Rainy Pass.
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NORTH CASCADES HIGHWAY
PARASAILING
Parasailing first took off in Washington state at Chelan Parasail.
(Brian Munoz photo)
WAVE POOL
In May, Lakeside Surf opened the world’s largest standing wave — up to 6 feet tall and 54 feet wide.
(Sleeping Lady Mountain Resort)
LAKE CHELAN
With a maximum depth of 1,486 feet, Lake Chelan is the third-deepest lake in the United States.
(Julian B. Tracy/Stevens Pass)
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WHALE-WATCHING
Meet the maritime neighbors, aboard Puget Sound Express’s 4-hour whale-watching excursion. A marine naturalist will point out tufted puffins, sea lions and whales — and even allow you to eavesdrop on whale squeals using a hydrophone.
DOWNTOWN MARINA
In the late 1800s, Port Townsend was Puget Sound’s flourishing maritime gateway for ships coming in and going out of Washington. Now, downtown Port Townsend is remarkable for the number of independent boutiques snuggled up in 19th-century brick buildings.
Downtown marina
POINT WILSON LIGHTHOUSE
The Point Wilson Lighthouse, built in 1879, eventually expanded into Fort Worden, a site of intense military infrastructure, and became a spectacular Washington State Park in 1973. Bring a flashlight to explore Fort Worden Artillery Battery’s concrete tunnels and barracks.
Point Wilson Lighthouse
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OLYMPIC PENINSULA
(Photo courtesy of Aramark)
LAKE CRESCENT
Nearly 12 miles long, with many inlets and secluded coves, Lake Crescent is a kayaker’s dream.
SECOND BEACH
Sea stacks add to the dramatic views at Second Beach, making it a great place to walk, and watch for whales and other wildlife.
(Photo courtesy of Olympic Peninsula Visitor Bureau)
(Photo courtesy of Aramark)
QUINAULT RAIN FOREST
A scenic road loops through the enchanting Quinault Rain Forest.
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OLYMPIC PENINSULA
DIABLO LAKE
Turquoise-hued Diablo Lake was formed as a reservoir after the Skagit River was dammed.
(Photo courtesy of Aramark)
WASHINGTON PASS OVERLOOK
Washington Pass Overlook is at Highway 20's highest point, offering a 400-foot-long paved trail to an endpoint view of surrounding granite spires and peaks.
(Photo courtesy of Olympic Peninsula Visitor Bureau)
RAINY PASS
Dramatic mountains and thick forests make for a memorable drive as Highway 20 winds through Rainy Pass.
(Photo courtesy of Aramark)
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DISCOVERY TRAIL
From the Port of Ilwaco to Long Beach, the Discovery Trail is 8.5 miles of hikeable, bikeable coastal beauty. Among the possible sightings: an ancient Sitka spruce grove, windswept dunes, gray whale carvings and plenty of Lewis and Clark lore.
(Photo courtesy of Aramark)
BEARDS HOLLOW
Leave the car at the Beards Hollow parking lot in Cape Disappointment State Park and follow the paved trail though wetlands to the wide Beards Hollow beach, where tide pools and their glorious little creatures await.
(Photo courtesy of Olympic Peninsula Visitor Bureau)
CAPE DISAPPOINTMENT LIGHTHOUSE
With sweeping, fantastic views of the Pacific Ocean, Long Beach Peninsula, Columbia River Bar and the northern Oregon coast, this active sentinel in Cape Disappointment State Park overlooks a treacherous stretch of water known as the “Graveyard of the Pacific.”
(Photo courtesy of Aramark)
LONG BEACH PENINSULA
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METHOW VALLEY
WINTHROP
Winthrop’s Western aesthetic came about in the early 1970s, as a result of crafting a theme-town appeal, much like Leavenworth’s German-inspired look.
HART’S PASS
Hart’s Pass is the highest point you can drive to in Washington. The road ends near the timberline, at over 6000 feet in elevation.
METHOW RIVER
The Methow Valley’s spectacular scenery — a mix of graceful dales, mellow ridges and brilliant sunshine — centers on the river winding through it.
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METHOW VALLEY
PARASAILING
Parasailing first took off in Washington state at Chelan Parasail.
(Brian Munoz photo)
WAVE POOL
In May, Lakeside Surf opened the world’s largest standing wave — up to 6 feet tall and 54 feet wide.
(Sleeping Lady Mountain Resort)
LAKE CHELAN
With a maximum depth of 1,486 feet, Lake Chelan is the third-deepest lake in the United States.
READ STORY
PARASAILING
Parasailing first took off in Washington state at Chelan Parasail.
WAVE POOL
In May, Lakeside Surf opened the world’s largest standing wave — up to 6 feet tall and 54 feet wide.
LAKE CHELAN
With a maximum depth of 1,486 feet, Lake Chelan is the third-deepest lake in the United States.
LAKE CHELAN
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BAINBRIDGE
(Courtesy of Visit Vancouver USA)
WINSLOW
Winslow is a tidy, walkable little town with appealing restaurants, shopping and a museum (or three).
(Courtesy of Visit Vancouver USA)
POULSBO
The Olympic Mountains glisten over Poulsbo.
(Courtesy of Visit Vancouver USA)
FERRY DOCK
The Bainbridge Island ferry dock is the gateway to many adventures.
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BAINBRIDGE
LOOK ALL AROUND
The Vancouver Farmers Market boasts more than 150 market stalls, with produce from local fields, food trucks, artisanal fermented foods, handmade soaps, pottery, clothing — and even a bookbinder.
(Courtesy of Visit Vancouver USA)
(Courtesy of Visit Vancouver USA)
LOOK BACK
Fort Vancouver National Historic Site is a reconstruction based on the original fort established by Hudson’s Bay Company in 1824.
(Courtesy of Visit Vancouver USA)
LOOK UP
Sailing in Vancouver comes complete with stunning views of Mount Hood.
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NISQUALLY RIVER
The Nisqually River carves a dramatic rocky course from its glacial headwaters down through the park.
Nisqually River
GROVE OF THE PATRIARCHS
This 1.5-mile loop meanders through old-growth forest, where 1000-year-old trees reign supreme. A suspension bridge adds to the drama.
Grove of the Patriarchs
SUMMER WILDFLOWERS
Mount Rainier’s slopes offer splashes of vibrant summer color as wildflowers blanket lush green meadows.
Mount Rainier
MOUNT RAINIER
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EDMONDS TO EVERETT
DIVE RIGHT IN
Brackett’s Landing is home to a 27-acre underwater park developed for divers, featuring artificial reef structures and decaying, sunken vessels.
(Visiteverett.com)
FUN TO GO
Find unique figurines, plushies and bobbleheads inspired by popular movies and TV shows such as “Parks and Rec,” “Stranger Things,” “Seinfeld” and more at the Funko Headquarters Retail Store.
WATERSIDE BEAUTY
Hotel Indigo Seattle Everett Waterfront is one of Everett’s newest hotels. The sleek building boasts rooms with a waterside view of Port Gardener Bay.
(Port of Everett)
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(Getty Images)
port townsend
WHALE-WATCHING
Meet the maritime neighbors, aboard Puget Sound Express’s 4-hour whale-watching excursion. A marine naturalist will point out tufted puffins, sea lions and whales — and even allow you to eavesdrop on whale squeals using a hydrophone.
DOWNTOWN MARINA
In the late 1800s, Port Townsend was Puget Sound’s flourishing maritime gateway for ships coming in and going out of Washington. Now, downtown Port Townsend is remarkable for the number of independent specialty boutiques snuggled up in 19th-century brick buildings.
Downtown marina
POINT WILSON LIGHTHOUSE
The Point Wilson Lighthouse, built in 1879, eventually expanded into Fort Worden, a site of intense military infrastructure, and became a spectacular Washington State Park in 1973. Bring a flashlight to explore Fort Worden Artillery Battery’s spooky concrete tunnels and barracks.
Point Wilson Lighthouse
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(Visiteverett.com)
NISQUALLY RIVER
The Nisqually River carves a dramatic rocky course from its glacial headwaters down through the park.
(Getty Images)
GROVE OF THE PATRIARCHS
This 1.5-mile loop meanders through old-growth forest, where 1000-year-old trees reign supreme. A suspension bridge adds to the drama.
(Visiteverett.com)
SUMMER WILDFLOWERS
Mount Rainier’s slopes offer splashes of vibrant summer color as wildflowers blanket lush green meadows.
(Port of Everett)
MOUNT RAINIER
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DIVE RIGHT IN
Brackett’s Landing is home to a 27-acre underwater park developed for divers, featuring artificial reef structures and decaying, sunken vessels.
(Getty Images)
FUN TO GO
Find unique figurines, plushies and bobbleheads inspired by popular movies and TV shows such as “Parks and Rec,” “Stranger Things,” “Seinfeld” and more at the Funko Headquarters Retail Store.
(Visiteverett.com)
WATERSIDE BEAUTY
Hotel Indigo Seattle Everett Waterfront is one of Everett’s newest hotels. The sleek building boasts rooms with a waterside view of Port Gardener Bay.
(Port of Everett)
EDMONDS to EVERETT
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TRI-CITIES
FALL FUN
Two fall festivals draw families to Pasco each year, the Country Mercantile and Middletown Fall Festival.
Downtown marina
UPTOWN VIBES
Uptown Shopping Center, part of the Manhattan Project National Historical Park, opened in 1949 and is now a throwback adorned with newer midcentury-style murals and vintage neon signs.
JUST A SIP
Almost two dozen wineries and tasting rooms dot the vineyards of the Red Mountain AVA wine region near Richland.
(Visit Tri-Cities photo)
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port townsend
WHALE-WATCHING
Meet the maritime neighbors, aboard Puget Sound Express’s 4-hour whale-watching excursion. A marine naturalist will point out tufted puffins, sea lions and whales — and even allow you to eavesdrop on whale squeals using a hydrophone.
DOWNTOWN MARINA
In the late 1800s, Port Townsend was Puget Sound’s flourishing maritime gateway for ships coming in and going out of Washington. Now, downtown Port Townsend is remarkable for the number of independent specialty boutiques snuggled up in 19th-century brick buildings.
Downtown marina
POINT WILSON LIGHTHOUSE
The Point Wilson Lighthouse, built in 1879, eventually expanded into Fort Worden, a site of intense military infrastructure, and became a spectacular Washington State Park in 1973. Bring a flashlight to explore Fort Worden Artillery Battery’s spooky concrete tunnels and barracks.
Point Wilson Lighthouse
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WINTHROP
Winthrop’s Western aesthetic came about in the early 1970s, as a result of crafting a theme-town appeal, much like Leavenworth’s German-inspired look.
HART’S PASS
Hart’s Pass is the highest point you can drive to in Washington. The road ends near the timberline, at over 6000 feet in elevation.
METHOW RIVER
The Methow Valley’s spectacular scenery — a mix of graceful dales, mellow ridges and brilliant sunshine — centers on the river winding through it.
METHOW VALLEY
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(Visit Tri-Cities photo)
BOTHELL
FALL IN LOVE WITH THE SCENERY
The Sammamish Slough in Bothell offers plenty of autumnal vibes.
(Getty Images)
(Seattle NorthCountry photo)
TAKE A STROLL
Stroll over an iconic bridge over the Sammamish River to reach the park at Bothell Landing.
ENJOY THE OUTDOORS
Get your jogging in among lovely fall scenery.
(Seattle NorthCountry photo)
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EDMONDS TO EVERETT
DIVE RIGHT IN
Brackett’s Landing is home to a 27-acre underwater park developed for divers, featuring artificial reef structures and decaying, sunken vessels.
(Getty Images)
FUN TO GO
Find unique figurines, plushies and bobbleheads inspired by popular movies and TV shows such as “Parks and Rec,” “Stranger Things,” “Seinfeld” and more at the Funko Headquarters Retail Store.
(Visiteverett.com)
WATERSIDE BEAUTY
Hotel Indigo Seattle Everett Waterfront is one of Everett’s newest hotels. The sleek building boasts rooms with a waterside view of Port Gardener Bay.
(Port of Everett)
READ STORY
DIVE RIGHT IN
Brackett’s Landing is home to a 27-acre underwater park developed for divers, featuring artificial reef structures and decaying, sunken vessels.
(Getty Images)
FUN TO GO
Find unique figurines, plushies and bobbleheads inspired by popular movies and TV shows such as “Parks and Rec,” “Stranger Things,” “Seinfeld” and more at the Funko Headquarters Retail Store.
(Seattle NorthCountry photo)
WATERSIDE BEAUTY
Hotel Indigo Seattle Everett Waterfront is one of Everett’s newest hotels. The sleek building boasts rooms with a waterside view of Port Gardener Bay.
(Seattle NorthCountry photo)
EDMONDS to EVERETT
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HOOD CANAL
HAMA HAMA OYSTER FARM
Park at the giant mountain of oyster shells outside the family-owned Hama Hama Oyster Farm. Dress warmly for this outdoor-only experience. Try their signature roasted oysters in chipotle bourbon butter with toasted baguette.
Discovery Trail
Beards Hollow
EXPLORE HOOD CANAL
Set sail down the scenic Hood Canal from Alderbook Resort and Spa.
North Head Lighthouse
ALDERWOOD RESORT
AND SPA
Enjoy cocktails amid cozy surroundings at Alderbook Resort and Spa, a sprawling 88-acre shoreside retreat. Cold and rainy weather only makes the resort’s warming spa services more delightful.
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HOOD CANAL
DISCOVERY TRAIL
From the Port of Ilwaco to Long Beach, the Discovery Trail is 8.5 miles of hikeable, bikeable coastal beauty. Among the possible sightings: an ancient Sitka spruce grove, windswept dunes, gray whale carvings and plenty of Lewis and Clark lore.
BEARDS HOLLOW
Leave the car at the Beards Hollow parking lot in Cape Disappointment State Park and follow the paved trail though wetlands to the wide Beards Hollow beach, where tide pools and their glorious little creatures await.
CAPE DISAPPOINTMENT LIGHTHOUSE
With sweeping, fantastic views of the Pacific Ocean, Long Beach Peninsula, Columbia River Bar and the northern Oregon coast, this active sentinel in Cape Disappointment State Park overlooks a treacherous stretch of water known as the “Graveyard of the Pacific.”
READ STORY
DISCOVERY TRAIL
From the Port of Ilwaco to Long Beach, the Discovery Trail is 8.5 miles of hikeable, bikeable coastal beauty. Among the possible sightings: an ancient Sitka spruce grove, windswept dunes, gray whale carvings and plenty of Lewis and Clark lore.
BEARDS HOLLOW
Leave the car at the Beards Hollow parking lot in Cape Disappointment State Park and follow the paved trail though wetlands to the wide Beards Hollow beach, where tide pools and their glorious little creatures await.
CAPE DISAPPOINTMENT LIGHTHOUSE
With sweeping, fantastic views of the Pacific Ocean, Long Beach Peninsula, Columbia River Bar and the northern Oregon coast, this active sentinel in Cape Disappointment State Park overlooks a treacherous stretch of water known as the “Graveyard of the Pacific.”
LONG BEACH PENINSULA
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(Courtesy of TravelTacoma.com)
MUSEUM OF GLASS
Chihuly Bridge of Glass and the Museum of Glass sparkle at night.
FORT NISQUALLY LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM
At this carefully restored circa-1855 fur trading outpost, guide the family on a time-travel adventure through an open-air collection of 17 historic buildings enclosed within a wooden palisade, or wall.
(Courtesy of TravelTacoma.com)
(Courtesy of TravelTacoma.com)
FORT NISQUALLY LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM
At this carefully restored circa-1855 fur trading outpost, guide the family on a time-travel adventure through an open-air collection of 17 historic buildings enclosed within a wooden palisade, or wall.