There are many ways to describe the Washington state coast. Rugged. Rocky. Cold. Windy. Foggy. Harsh. Intimidating. Beautiful. Despite its lack of sandy beaches – though there are a few – Washington’s coast is a must visit for any traveler. Walking on the rocky shores, looking at sea stacks, imagining what it must’ve been like…
Category: Day trips
Chambers Bay
If you live in the South Sound region, you’ve certainly heard of Chambers Bay. It is on the tips of everyone’s tongues this week, as the golf course is hosting the U.S. Open golf tournament. View this post on Instagram A post shared by @travelingthepnw But Chambers Bay regional park is more than just a…
The Big Cedar Tree
The Big Cedar Tree isn’t as big anymore, but it is still worth your time. The gigantic old cedar, located off Highway 101 near Kalaloch and Ruby beaches in Olympic National Park, lost a significant chunk in 2013, but remains one of the biggest trees we’ve ever seen – and that includes a trip to…
Flashback Friday: Palouse Falls State Park
For our latest Flashback Friday post, we are revisiting one of our favorite waterfalls: Palouse Falls State Park in Eastern Washington. As you drive through the rolling farmland of the Palouse, it is hard to imagine that somewhere in the middle of it is one of Washington state’s most majestic waterfalls. Palouse Falls stands at…
Kobayashi Park: A hidden gem
With the U.S. Open golf tournament quickly approaching, University Place will soon only be known for its stunning links course at Chambers Bay. But if you are looking to get away from the crowds that descend on the park surrounding the golf course every time there is a speck of sunshine, or the temperature soars…
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