What makes this region great?
The Olympic Peninsula combines America’s dampest locale with one of the sunniest found west of the Cascades. Waterfalls tumult around every corner as do hiking and biking trails up ridges and into valleys. Lovely vistas, be they lakefront or from Hurricane Ridge, never get old.
Hama Hama Oysters
This Liliwaup institution, fifth generation on the Hood Canal, will convert any shellfish novice to the slurp-filled good life.
Dungeness Spit
A stroll along the 5.5-mile long spit, low tide recommended, is a de rigueur hike for Washington residents. You can even put in to inhabit the lighthouse for a spell.
Lake Crescent
With trails surrounding the pristine water and the Sol Duc Hot Springs not too far in the distance, a relaxing day exploring Lake Crescent is a day well spent.
Elwha River
An environmental success story, the recently removed dams here have already spawned a salmon comeback.
Port Angeles Fine Arts Center
One of Washington’s finest outdoor sculpture centers is tucked away in the conifer trees above town.
Hoh Rainforest
How wet is 220 inches of annual rainfall? Come to this verdant paradise and find out!