🌲 Olympic National Park offers three distinct ecosystems—rainforests, rugged coastlines, and alpine mountains—making it one of the most diverse national parks in the U.S. 🏞️ North Cascades National Park is nicknamed the "American Alps," with jagged peaks, turquoise lakes, and over 300 glaciers.
🌊 Seattle, known as the Emerald City, boasts iconic attractions like the Space Needle, Pike Place Market, and the original Starbucks.
🐳 San Juan Islands are a paradise for whale watching, kayaking, and exploring quaint seaside towns like Friday Harbor.
🎭 Washington’s Mount St. Helens, which famously erupted in 1980, is now a fascinating site for hiking, learning about volcanic history, and witnessing nature’s recovery.
🚶 The Hoh Rainforest, located in Olympic National Park, is one of the largest temperate rainforests in the U.S., with moss-draped trees and serene hiking trails.
🎨 Leavenworth, a charming Bavarian-themed village, is a year-round destination for festivals, outdoor adventures, and cozy mountain vibes.
🐟 Puget Sound offers stunning views and abundant wildlife, from bald eagles to orcas, making it a must-visit for nature lovers.
🌅 Columbia River Gorge, on the state’s southern border, is a windsurfing hotspot with breathtaking waterfalls like Multnomah Falls just across the Oregon side.
🍎 Washington is the nation’s leading producer of apples, and its orchards come alive during the fall with U-pick farms and cider tastings.
🚴 The Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail, one of the longest rail-trails in the U.S., takes adventurers through forests, mountains, and historic tunnels.
