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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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Great Ways to Enjoy Spokane in the Fall
Valleyfest Valleyfest combines visual and performing arts; educational exhibits and activities; and fitness fun. It’s one of the most welcoming events for locals and visitors to the greater Spokane region. The first Valleyfest event is the Lions Club bed races on Friday afternoon. Teams speed down Sprague Avenue riding decorated...
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Enjoy Handcrafted Experiences on the Thurston Bountiful Byway
Thurston County is home to Washington’s capital region of Olympia and some of the most fertile farmland in the Northwest. From fresh farm-to-table produce to world-class wine, beer and spirits the local farmers and artisans of Thurston County have been providing visitors with gastronomical and libationary delights for generations....
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Plan Your Bike Tour Around Redmond, Washington
Just east of Seattle and Lake Washington, Redmond has seen plenty of growth in recent years, thanks to its status as the home of Microsoft. But the tech industry isn’t the city’s only claim to fame: A burgeoning bicycle scene with an extensive network of bike lanes and trails has presented a new way for visitors and residents to get...
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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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Discover Adventure in Snohomish County
With Seattle 30 minutes to the south and the San Juan Islands or Olympic Peninsula just a ferry ride away, the cities of Everett, Edmonds, Mukilteo, Lynnwood and Marysville are also a favorable home base for exploring the entire Pacific Northwest. Read the three-day itinerary below to discover all the things to see and do in...
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Top 10 Reasons to Love Seattle Southside
Welcome to the Seattle’s Backyard, 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. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, there’s just so much to love about this area that it’s difficult to choose...
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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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Best Venues and Concerts in Washington
The Evergreen State has scenery and music galore for plenty of eye and ear candy year-round. One of the most notable venues is the Gorge Amphitheatre, just north of Quincy...
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Pop Culture Pilgrimage
Washington has made its mark on screen and in print for decades. Explore the state’s diverse backdrops to follow in the footsteps of your favorite fictional characters. ...
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5 Great Washington Railway Experiences
Steam puffs from a 1929 lumber locomotive parked at the Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad platform. Here you can catch one of four steam engines departing from Elbe for a 14-mile...
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Chasing Waterfalls
In the heart of rolling farmland, about an hour north of Waitsburg, 198 feet of water crashes down a basalt cliff and pours into a rocky bowl. This is Palouse Falls, a...
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Indigenous Beauty in Washington State
The cultural story of Washington’s Native tribes unfurls in many ways, from totems and cedar longhouses to modern-day museums and more. In Neah Bay at the Makah Museum (...
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Great Washington Winter Activities
For downhill thrills, visit stellar ski resorts scattered across the state. A 30-minute drive from Seattle, mellow Summit at Snoqualmie welcomes families while daredevils...
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Explore Washington's 3 National Parks
On August 25, 1916, the National Park Service was born. Now over 100 years later, the country’s 59 national parks showcase everything from geysers to glaciers to old-growth...
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Unique Outdoor Experiences in the Cascade Foothills
Thirty minutes east of Seattle, nestled in the foothills of the Cascades, resides the historic town of Issaquah. Once known for the hops grown in its fertile valley, the area...
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Tour Yakima Valley Wineries & Breweries
While the valley is known for its vineyards (it was designated the state’s first American Viticultural Area, in 1983), it also grows more than 75 percent of the nation’s hops...
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Tour the Lakes of Central Washington State
Pass through Ellensburg and the first major aquatic view comes in the form of the mighty Columbia River gouging its way south. Stop on the other side for views from a ridge...
