Category: Washington State
-
The Best Pumpkin Patches and Corn Mazes Near Seattle and Tacoma
Crisp leaves, pumpkin spice, foggy mornings, kids finally back in school, giant spiders creeping me out…yep, it’s fall, time to start the annual search for the best pumpkin patch near Seattle. Time to find the perfectly rotund, peachy pumpkin that will make the neighborhood kids shriek in delight. Time to wander a muddy field sipping…
-
Things to Do in One Day at Mt. Rainier National Park
Can you visit Mt. Rainier in one day? Sure you can. Can you see all of Mt. Rainier in one day? Absolutively not. That doesn’t stop us from taking day trips to Mt. Rainier National Park. (We never were a family to shy away from a challenge.) It shouldn’t stop you, either. Here are our…
-
What to Bring to for a Day Trip to Mount Rainier National Park
I like to be prepared, but I’m not a list person. Which is why on our last trip to Mount Rainier I had sunburned, bug-bitten kids. Don’t be like me. Pack these things and know this stuff before you go to Mount Rainier National Park. Disclaimer: this post contains affiliate links, which means we receive…
-
Washington State Spring Fair 2021: What to Expect at This Year’s Drive-Through Fair in Puyallup
My first visit to the Washington State Spring Fair was more than 20 years ago (!!!) back when it was called the Puyallup Spring Fair. I’ve gone a few times since then, but am looking forward to checking out 2021’s incarnation, which will be a drive-through experience with a few “step-out” events and attractions. I’m…
-
Exploring Penrose Point State Park in Lakebay, Washington
Washington State Parks are an impressive bunch, but Penrose Point State Park is one of our favorites. It helps that it’s close to home for us, but people drive from all over for the easy water access, fun trails, boat mooring sites, and family-friendly camping. What to Know Beaches at Penrose Point State Park We…
-
What You’ll See at the Dungeness Spit in Sequim, Washington
The Dungeness National Wildlife Refuge – home to the 5.5-mile-long Dungeness Spit – is a unique spot for a day trip, a hike, or a camping trip. While there are some other things to do beyond hiking the spit that stretches out into the Strait of Juan de Fuca, the real focus here is just…
-
Does it Snow in Seattle? What You Need to Know to Visit Western Washington in the Winter
The quick answer to does it snow in Seattle is – yes, it sure does! However, a caveat to that is that Seattle’s snow is not at all like, say, Salt Lake City’s or cities in other parts of the country. Snow in Western Washington is a little less predictable and a little more problematic.…
-
The Gnome Trail in Maple Valley, Washington: An Amazing Trail for Kids
A year or so ago, I read about a gnome trail just southeast of Seattle in Maple Valley. I set my sights on visiting, but the weekend I decided to go, I checked again and the trail had closed down. Bummers ensued! However, in mid-2020, the Gnome Trail reopened, still in Maple Valley and now…
-
Exploring Awesome Point Defiance Park in Tacoma
Sometimes when you go to a place all the time, you forget just how awesome it is. This is the case with Point Defiance Park in Tacoma for me. My family frequents the park as there are many things to do there, which range from exploring the expanses of grassy lawn, to sports courts, to…
-
Things to Do in Gig Harbor, Washington
Gig Harbor is an adorable small town located just over the Narrows Bridges from Tacoma. It’s an easy drive from Seattle (an even easier drive from Tacoma!) and even though it’s no bustling metropolis, it’s got a lot of fun things to do if you’re looking for a relaxed day trip or weekend away. But…
travelwithmonsters.com 