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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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Washington's Cultural Attractions
Native Allure To learn about Washington’s beginnings, look no further than the storied tribes that have left their mark throughout the region. Start on the Pacific Coast,...
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Brooks Memorial State Park – Gorge Region
Right near the Gorge, a world away Set yourself up in a wooded campsite, and take to the nine miles of hiking and horse trails at Brooks. Paths ascend through Ponderosa pine...
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Field Springs State Park
Fields Spring sits at 4,500 feet in the middle of the range, and if the altitude doesn’t take your breath, the scenery will. Several park views unfold like rippling silks to...
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Washington's Flower Power
Celebrate spring under a canopy of cherry blossoms at the University of Washington in Seattle. Originally planted in 1939, the 31 Japanese Yoshino cherry trees line the quad...
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Top Tours in Washington State
Floatplane For a bird’s-eye view, Seattle’s Kenmore Air offers scenic tours for every flight plan. Operated since 1946, floatplanes depart from Lake Union and fly passengers...
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Best Places to Find or Catch Seafood in Washington State
Shellfish Up and down Washington’s Pacific Coast on the Olympic and Long Beach Peninsulas, bivalve-hungry crowds dig for meaty, delicately flavored razor clams. Copalis, Long...
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Bogachiel State Park
Curtains of moss The Hoh Rainforest is one of the world’s iconic forests. Known for its vibrant greens, curtains of moss and old-growth canopy, this magical piece of Olympic...
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Uniquely Named Washington Towns
“Skwim” Sequim Hike North America’s longest sand spit. The 5.5-mile trek ends at New Dungeness Lighthouse, where visitors can scale the 74 steps for ...
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Best Things to Do in Vancouver
A proper trip to Vancouver starts with a visit to its namesake fort for a dive into the area’s history. Wander through the fort itself at Fort ...
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Top Washington Winter Adventures
Snow Style: Downhill Resorts across the state offer a multitude of runs as well as day lessons for those skiing or snowboarding for the first time. ...
