Niagara Falls is one of the country’s most iconic waterfalls, and it’s definitely the most popular one in New York. But here in Washington, we actually have a few waterfalls that are taller in height, like Snoqualmie Falls — and as of 2014, we have an “official” state waterfall, the majestic Palouse Falls. The official state waterfall of Washington is absolutely breathtaking.
On May 18, 1980, the course of Washington’s history was changed forever when Mount St. Helens erupted. The incident was not without warning, but no one was fully prepared for what ended up being the most disastrous volcanic eruption in United States history. And while time has brought some changes and regrowth, the mountain will never look the same.
Leavenworth is such a dreamy destination in any season. Whether you’re going for a festival, a romantic weekend getaway, or the seemingly never-ending Christmas light displays, our Bavarian village is always a delightful spot to visit. And if you’ve ever seen a happy group smiling from the back of a horse-drawn carriage and wanted that experience for yourself, we have good news — the company behind them is called the H.C. Anderson Carriage Co., and they operate all year long.
No offense to TLC, but here in Washington, we happen to love chasing waterfalls. Not only are they beautiful and serene, but many of them come at the end of some fantastic hiking trails.
This list doesn’t include every single waterfall hike in the state, but it makes an amazing bucket list for the Washingtonians who love them.
Here in Washington, you can sleep inside a treehouse, a Hobbit House, and even a castle… but nothing quite compares to this amazing cave Airbnb we’ve discovered. These hosts spent over two years digging, drilling, blasting, and “tinkering” to create this cozy space, and it was well worth the effort. This is one of the most creative places you’ll ever rest your head.
The Evergreen State is full of trails that are safe and beautiful to hike (almost) all year long. Granite Falls is a tiny town in Snohomish County that’s a great jumping-off point for the tranquil, hidden Heather Lake Trail. And this is the perfect time of year to enjoy some peace and quiet here.
There’s a lot more to Washington than just our gorgeous mainland. We’re also home to several picture perfect islands, many of which are pretty easy to reach. And with the weather getting warmer and summer around the corner, nothing is more refreshing than planning an island getaway, without even having to leave the state. Here are 13 of our many islands you should experience this season – some can be reached by road, while others are only accessible by ferry. Either way, the views and atmosphere are always well worth the visit.
Located on the outskirts of Port Townsend, Fort Worden Historical State Park is a former U.S. Army base. But since 1973, it has been a designated state park (and a beautiful one at that). But as fascinating as it is to explore the abandoned bunkers and the artillery museum, the best part of the experience is spending the night in the old officers’ quarters.
