Family adventures and destinations in Washington State.
I have grown to really love the Washington coast. Oregon may have a reputation for more adorable beach towns, and California has warmer weather, but Washington has miles of wide, sandy beaches adjacent to fairytale rainforests on the Olympic Peninsula. … Continued
Just outside of Washington state’s capital city of Olympia is a mysterious land formation – the Mima Mounds. The Mima Mounds are hundreds of small hills dotting the area in a way that seems too uniform for any real explanation … Continued
There are more than 200 Washington State Parks so it might seem a little overwhelming digging in and figuring out which one to visit, but if you’re in the Seattle-Tacoma area, never fear! We’re here to help you with a … Continued
The Washington Coast is a pretty quiet coast with just a few legit beach towns to its name. You might look at a map and see towns dotting the whole way up and assume there are hotels and development and … Continued
Seabrook is a unique Washington Coast town in that it’s completely and utterly planned, which ups the ante on the atmosphere and creates a seaside town that’s charming and well thought out. If you like your coast wild and untamed, … Continued
With more than 100 state parks, the Washington State Parks system offers a bit of everything – fun places to play on the beach, dramatic shorelines, open meadows, waterfalls…pretty much anything natural you can think of. However, unlike your average … Continued
The Columbia River Gorge is one of the most attractive landscapes you’ll ever see (indeed, it’s a National Scenic Area for a reason). The Columbia River meanders its way through the Cascade mountain range and creates a dramatic backdrop along … Continued
The first time I heard of Fort Steilacoom Park, it was from a coworker years and years ago. My coworker and her boyfriend went out to the park just before dark and explored a former insane asylum, hoping to find … Continued
Washington State is a wonderful state for family vacations and it’s filled with things to do with kids. The Evergreen State has lots going on any time of year, from water parks and amazing nature opportunities in the summer, hiking … Continued
Tacoma is an ideal city for families looking for things to do with kids – it’s large enough to have lots to do, getting around is easy and usually traffic-less, parking is usually free or at least cheap, and there’s … Continued