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Washington State Bucket List Destinations
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items Your guide to the best places and experiences Washington has to offer. This is a WA local's bucket list (of course there is more but these are the must see)
Meet one of Washington's local lava monsters. We take for granted how beautiful this mountain is. Filled with wildflower meadows, glacier views, and epic hikes like Skyline Trail. Visit Paradise in summer or enjoy snow sports in winter. Great for a f...
Mount Rainier National Park
A nature lover’s dream with lush rainforests, rugged coastlines, and snow-capped peaks. Hike through Hoh Rainforest, explore tide pools at Rialto Beach, and kayak on Lake Crescent.
Olympic National Park
A Bavarian-style village in the Cascades with alpine charm, seasonal festivals, and outdoor adventures like hiking, rafting, and sledding
Leavenworth Washington
A ferry-accessible gem known for whale watching, kayaking, and charming Friday Harbor. Great for a peaceful coastal escape with wildlife and scenic beauty
San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau
A dramatic bridge connects Whidbey and Fidalgo Islands, with swirling waters below and forested trails above. Great for hiking, kayaking, and photography.
Deception Pass State Park - Washington State Parks - | WA.gov
Held each spring, this festival features endless rows of vibrant tulips. A colorful and family-friendly outing that’s perfect for photos and flower lovers
Skagit Valley Tulip Festival Headquarters
The best concert venue in Washington State. The views and the artist that come through this venue is amazing!
The Gorge Amphitheatre
A powerful 270-foot waterfall just 30 minutes from Seattle. Easily accessible with viewing platforms and a short trail to the base. There are areas to walk and places to stop and enjoy the view for lunch.
Snoqualmie Falls – Official Web Site
Climb the switchback trail up this ancient volcanic plug for sweeping views of the Columbia River Gorge. A short but thrilling hike.
Beacon Rock State Park
A lesser-known but spectacular multi-tiered waterfall near Carson, WA. A moderate hike through the forest leads to this hidden treasure of a waterfall.
Falls Creek Falls — Washington Trails Association
A dramatic 200-foot waterfall in a canyon setting. A hidden gem in eastern Washington with stunning sunset views.
Palouse Falls State Park
Eastern Washington’s alpine playground with hiking, biking, and skiing. Offers panoramic views of Idaho and Canada from the summit, it is breathtaking
Mount Spokane State Park
If you grew up in WA you probably came to Ocean shores! A laid-back coastal town with wide sandy beaches, kite flying, clamming, and family-friendly fun. Great for a weekend getaway.
City of Ocean Shores, WA
The peaceful hike if you don't want to bring kids. This is a family friendly hike as well but sometimes it fun to not slow down.
Visiting Quinault - Olympic National Park (U.S. ...
One of the few temperate rainforests in the world, with moss-draped trees, lush ferns, and the magical Hall of Mosses trail.
Hoh Rain Forest
A stunning waterfall in Olympic National Park, and you can get there with a short hike. Nearby the Sol Duc Hot Springs there is also a relaxing place to soak after the hike.
Sol Duc Falls — Washington Trails Association
A deep, glacially carved lake with crystal-clear water and mountain views. Great for kayaking, swimming, and just a reason to get out and get fresh air.
Visiting Lake Crescent - Olympic National Park (U.S. ...
A hidden, reservation-only hot spring in the Cascades. Requires a steep hike but rewards with private soaking tubs and forest views. Get lost in the woods in these hot springs!
Scenic Hot Springs
This is our families favorite place to go year round! We own a time share and it is very family friendly resort! They have putput, bike and boat rentals. We love it but the kids love it more! They also have a cute little snack shack on the beach with...
Wapato Point
Lake Chelan is a stunning glacier-fed lake and the third deepest in the U.S. Chelan is surrounded by rugged mountains, unlimited wineries, and you can't forget to hit up lakeview burger while in town!
Lake Chelan State Park
The Puyallup fair… if you hear someone call it the Washington State Fair they are not to be trusted. Just kidding this is a WA staple with good food, fun rides, lots of shopping and great concerts! Be prepared to spend money!
Washington State Fair