Washington State Vacations Idea #1:
Northwest Trek Wildlife Park, in Eatonville, is a great Washington State Vacation Spot....see North American animals roaming free in a natural habitat setting. You can take a guided tram tour through the 400 plus acres that is home to moose, bison, elk, caribou, mountain goat and bighorn sheep. Another area that houses predatory animals such as wolves, grizzly bears, black bears, cougars, lynx and bobcats. You can walk here and observe the animals from the safety of a separating moat.
Vacation Ideas in Washington State #2:
Take a
cruise tour of Lake Chelan.the third deepest lake in the United States. Surrounded by the 9,000 foot high Cascade Mountains this glacier-fed lake sits in the deepest gorge in North America....with the spectacular 312 foot Rainbow Falls. The small community of Stehekin is accessible only by boat but a visit is well worth it for the hiking, camping, and boating.
Washington State Vacations Idea #3:
The Grand Coulee Dam is a unique Washington vacation spot....it's one of the largest concrete structures in the world. There are guided tours but you can also explore on your own. The visitor center features 4 different short movies about the dam as well as various exhibits. At night there is a narrated laser light display on the dam itself. Check out the powerhouses or take a glass-enclosed elevator ride down the face of the dam.
Vacation Spot in Washington State #4:
Enjoy a
ferry ride on Puget Sound, home of the largest ferry fleet in the world. The ferry system travels to 20 different ports of call from Tacoma, Washington to Sidney, British Columbia. It's a great way to see the incredible natural beauty of the greater Puget Sound area and the Great Northwest coast.
Vacation Spot in Washington State #5:
For a Washington coast
camping vacation try Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument....it's a truly unique experience.
After the area was destroyed by the 1980 volcanic eruption, it is now being allowed to naturally regenerate. Walk the trails among craters, new lakes, ancient lava flows, blown down trees, mudflows and old-growth forest.
Washington State Vacations Idea #6:
For a Washington fishing vacation you can't go wrong with
San Juan Island sitting in the middle of Puget Sound beckoning all who wish to relax in her tranquil beauty. With a vast abundance of wildlife and plants this is a perfect place for fishing, hiking, bicycling and whale watching. Orca whales and bald eagles are common sights....don't miss the San Juan Island Historical Museum.
Washington State Vacation Spot #7:
Spend some rejuvenating time at
Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort....a Washington coast resort located in the Olympic National Park. Hike through the forest to Lover's Lane and Sol Duc Falls….then have a relaxing soak in the outdoor pure mineral water hot pools. Professional massage therapists are available to loosen up any muscles that are still tense.
Vacation Ideas in Washington State #8:
Take a tour of the
Boeing Everett Factory.the world's biggest building…it's used to build the Boeing 747, 767 and 777 wide body planes. Watch a plane go through the full construction cycle on a time-lapse video. The balcony gives you a bird's eye view of the planes as they are being built. There is the Museum of Flight and Boeing's very first plane, the B&W.
Vacation Ideas in Washington State #9:
A Llama Trekking Adventure makes a fun and different Washington coast Vacation. The friendly llamas are great trail companions and are happy to carry all your gear for you.
Most of the treks go into the high country like you find in North Cascades National Park or Olympic National Park. The sure-footed llamas are right at home here and you will be too.
Washington State Vacations Idea #10:
The Bavarian Village of Leavenworth makes a charming vacation spot in Washington State. It's located on the eastern slopes of the central Cascade Mountains just two hours east of Seattle....stroll through town and enjoy the Bavarian architecture and the 100 plus specialty shops. There are year round festivals, music, and live theater and special events. The
Christmas Lighting and Ice Fest is a favorite.
Maifest is a procession with Bavarian wagons and Bernese mountain dogs. In October celebrate the
Autumn Leaf Festival with a parade and other fun entertainment.
Vacation Ideas in Washington State #11:
Take an action packed adventure vacation in Washington State.
Trek America has a seven day
Mountain Explorer Tour through the spectacular mountain scenery of the Pacific Nothwest. It includes visits to the Cascade Mountains, Mount St. Helens vocanoe, Mount Rainier & Olympic National Parks and Sol Duc Hot Springs. You will be riding adventure vehicles, camping, whitewater rafting and hiking - all under the guidance of an experienced mountain tour guide.
