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Redmond, WA is “Geek City, U.S.A."
Redmond is the most passionate place in the Pacific Northwest. Known around the world as the Innovation Capital of the Northwest, Redmond is home to technology giants Microsoft and Nintendo of America. In addition, you may truly geek out over our city's lush natural surroundings and myriad shopping, dining, and lodging. Redmond has...
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South Cascades Loop Drive Tour – Cascades, Columbia and Cabernet
WhitePassByway.com Enumclaw to Mount Rainier via the Chinook Scenic Byway 1. Skookum Falls and Snoquera Falls – Take the Skookum Flats trail off Huckleberry Creek Road. It is an easy 8-mile trail that leads to the picturesque falls and views of the Palisades rock formation. Winter temperatures may “freeze the falls” for another...
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Visit the Pacific Northwest Naval Air Museum
From the moment you walk in, exploring the museum tells a fascinating story. Take a trip through time, wandering from the 1960’s to now, learning about the history of the military on Whidbey Island and in the Pacific Northwest. Enjoy authentic photos and historic military artifacts while reading the true stories of the men and...
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2019 Statewide Trout Fishing Derby
The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife is pleased to announce the 4th Annual Statewide Trout Fishing Derby which kicks off on April 27 and runs through Oct. 31, 2019. The derby is open to anyone with a valid Washington fishing license; Youth age 14 and younger do not need a license. There is no registration or entry fee...
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Seattle & the Cascade Loop: Embark on Washington State’s Great American Road Trip
There’s nothing like hitting the open road for an adventure, and that’s exactly what the Cascade Loop Scenic Highway in Washington provides. Soak up your fill of Pacific Northwest wonders and stunning destinations along the 440-mile route, which begins and ends along Puget Sound, and is open year-round except for a 50-mile section...
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6 Things to Know About Maryhill Winery
Owners Craig and Vicki Leuthold chose the Columbia River Gorge as the home for their winery and opened the doors in 2001. At the time, production hovered around 4,300 cases a year—but that number has increased to more than 80,000 today. And while great wine is, of course, the focus, it’s not the only reason to visit. Here’s what you...
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12 Amazing Experiences on the Long Beach Peninsula
There are plenty of things to do around every corner, but here are some favorites. 1. Savor fresh seafood. “Dine at the source” is more than a saying on the Long Beach Peninsula, it’s a way of life. Enjoy the freshest Willapa Bay oysters, Dungeness crab, Chinook salmon and albacore tuna found in the Pacific Northwest. Many of the...
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Top 10 Reasons to Love Seattle Southside
Welcome to Seattle Southside, the hidden gem of the Pacific Northwest. Have you heard about Seattle Southside? If you’ve ever traveled to Western Washington, odds are you’ve visited here and didn’t even know it. Here’s a list of ten reasons to love Seattle Southside. 10. Location Nestled along Puget Sound in Western...
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Book an Epic Mount Rainier Vacation
From capturing photos of wildflower frenzies in the summer to snowshoeing and skiing in the winter, no visit to Washington is complete without a trip to experience the natural sanctuary and year-round recreational paradise that is Mt. Rainier. But with some 2,800 square miles to explore and myriad attractions and recreational...
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Lynnwood: Homebase for Exploring Seattle, the San Juans & Wine Country
Situated just 15 miles north of Seattle and minutes away from ferries and wineries, Lynnwood has more than 1,400 name-brand hotel rooms, most of which are priced about 40 percent less than those in downtown Seattle. Lynnwood is within a stone’s throw of the coast and is cradled by the same gorgeous Pacific Northwest greenery...
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Stunning St. Helens
Start exploring the mountain through interactive displays at the Mount St. Helens Visitor Center at Silver Lake, a 10-minute drive east from Interstate ...
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Port to Port in Washington State
Port Angeles is much more than a gateway to Hurricane Ridge and the rest of Olympic National Park. Spend a day exploring to find a thriving arts ...
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Travel Advisory: Washington Wildfires
Several wildfires are currently burning in Washington State with containment is nearing on some. While wildfires are common in the summer, the vast majority of the state is...
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American Alps - North Cascades National Park
Expansive North Cascades National Park shows off the best of Washington’s alpine landscape, with more than 236,000 acres of old-growth forests, 500 lakes...
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Boat Touring
Puget Sound Sailing From downtown Seattle, walk aboard a water taxi to Vashon Island or the neighborhood of West Seattle fo a quick journey across Puget Sound. Or hop...
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Alta Lake State Park
Tucked in the hills between Winthrop and Lake Chelan, Alta Lake State Park has long been a hub for anglers, jet skiers and families that love to camp. When the Carlton...
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Shores Galore
On the Kitsap Peninsula near Seabeck, Scenic Beach State Park’s name says it all. It’s ideal for those searching for a beachfront view of Hood Canal, the Olympic Mountains,...
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Seaquest State Park
Pull off the highway at the center to attend ranger talks, documentary films and naturalist-led hikes to views of the mountain’s blown-out north side. The museum’s...
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Explore Southeast Washington
Othello Sandhill Crane Festival From March to early April, around 35,000 migrating sandhill cranes touch down in lakes and wetlands in Othello. Join fellow birders to take in...
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Fort Columbia State Park
This early 20th Century military fort will take you back 100 years, to a bustling time when young soldiers lived in its barracks and young women came in for weekend dances....
