Washington Vactions
Washington State, so-called to differentiate it from the U.S. Capital, Washington, D.C., is located the furthest northwest of any state in the contiguous United States, in the region popularly known as the Pacific Northwest.
Bordering Idaho to the east, the Pacific Ocean lies to the west of the state. With Oregon on it’s southern border and the Canadian Province of British Colombia to the north, Washington State, and it’s neighbors, are considered amongst the most scenically spectacular regions in the world.
The towering Cascade Mountain Range which bisects Washington State, and its dense forests of conifers, are an outdoor lover’s paradise. The Pacific Ocean and the picturesque harbors of Puget Sound are a haven for those who enjoy the pleasures of boating and fishing. Fine dining throughout the state and myriad cultural and entertainment venues contribute to Washington State’s popularity as a favorite vacation destination.
Washington State has 120 state parks among other recreational areas in which one can enjoy camping, boating, hiking, biking, windsurfing, rock climbing, skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling amongst the innumerable outdoor participations available.
Should a hotel or motel not be your cup of tea, then try something different. One of the many so-called vacation houses might be just the thing. Lighthouse residences, a restored 1930’s log cabin, early 1900’s cottages and modern lakeside cottages and duplex units are amongst the choices for the adventurous or conservative vacationer.
Eight specific parks around the state offer vacation housing:
- Pearrygin Lake
- Fort Flagler
- Kitsap Memorial
- Miller Sylvania
- Cape Disappointment
- Fort Columbia
- Fort Worden
A random listing of Washington State attractions and activities:
- Seattle: Space Needle – Pike Place Market – International District
- Tacoma: Washington State History Museum – Tacoma Art Museum
- Tenino: Wolf Haven – The Depot Museum
- Tri-Cities: The cities of Kennewick, Pasco and Richland offer some of the finest
Golfing, brewery tour and wine tasting experiences in the state.
- Okanogan: Drive down the byways tracing the Okanogan River, along the
Historic Cariboo Trail where from the mid-1850’s to the late 1860’s
Cattlemen moved their herds north along the trail to the mining
Camps of British Colombia. View scenic small towns, orchards
and vineyards along the way. A rare photographic opportunity.
Washington State has numerous museums and exhibits throughout the state where one can indulge their interests in art, anthropology, natural history, aeronautics, science, astronomy and more. Additionally, there are numerous year-round events and festivals of interest to tourists and locals alike featuring regional fairs, art festivals, theatrical productions, and holiday themed celebrations among others.
Washington State cities offer some of the finest fine dining experiences to be had anywhere in the country, and the nightspots, lounges, clubs, etc. often feature major entertainers. In fact, in can truly be said that Washington State is a state that has something for everyone.
