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The lakes of Chelan County are often touted as Washington’s Playground because of the range of sports and beautiful scenery available to visitors.

So big they created a national park in its name, Mount Rainier’s massive snow-capped volcanic cone is clearly visible from Seattle.

The lakes of Chelan County are often touted as Washington’s Playground because of the range of sports and beautiful scenery available to visitors.

Cycle through fields of tulips, ride boats between scenic islands and explore snowcapped mountains in the northwestern corner of Washington state.

San Juan Island entices visitors with its quaint harbor towns, forest trails and the chance to see a range of wildlife, including endangered orcas.

Stride around a 19th-century fort, watch live craft demonstrations and learn about Washington’s trading and military history.

So big they created a national park in its name, Mount Rainier’s massive snow-capped volcanic cone is clearly visible from Seattle.

Watch fish travel upstream, see boats head out to sea and explore quiet gardens at canal gates that remain a crucial part of Seattle’s waterways.

So big they created a national park in its name, Mount Rainier’s massive snow-capped volcanic cone is clearly visible from Seattle.

Seattle’s long association with Boeing makes it the obvious place to find one of the best attractions dedicated to aviation history in the U.S. 

Interact with interpreters in period clothing and explore replica 19th-century buildings at this living history museum.

Cycle through fields of tulips, ride boats between scenic islands and explore snowcapped mountains in the northwestern corner of Washington state.

With brilliant blue waters for boating, alpine scenery and abundant hiking trails, this glacial lake is the perfect wilderness escape.

Seattle’s birthplace and oldest neighborhood is set in the National Historic District overlooking Elliot Bay. 

Interact with interpreters in period clothing and explore replica 19th-century buildings at this living history museum.

Visit Tacoma to see stunning glass art and excellent museums. Explore nearby majestic Mount Rainier or a large urban park on Puget Sound. 

This rainforest-covered peninsula with Mount Olympus at its center is a glorious side trip from Seattle.

More than 150 years ago, the British Army prepared for battle on this site during the Pig War. Now, it’s a thought-provoking homage to the islands’ dramatic history.

Take the 1.5-hour drive north of Portland to see this National Volcanic Monument and a blast zone in repair.

Sip roasted coffee in buzzing shopping districts, amble through flowery gardens and experience the rich undercurrent of artisanship in this modern city.

Take the 1.5-hour drive north of Portland to see this National Volcanic Monument and a blast zone in repair.

Walk down a shaded, narrow street and pass elegant 19th-century homes now occupied by museums and private residences.

Interact with interpreters in period clothing and explore replica 19th-century buildings at this living history museum.

Visit Tacoma to see stunning glass art and excellent museums. Explore nearby majestic Mount Rainier or a large urban park on Puget Sound.