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Holiday Light Displays on the Olympic Peninsula

Ever wonder who puts up all the gorgeous holiday lights we see across the Olympic Peninsula? Are they all volunteers, lighting experts or a combination of both? Curious minds want to know, so let’s go behind the scenes to look …

Olympic National Park

A natural UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its diverse ecosystems.

Hood Canal

A 68-mile saltwater fjord, rich with underwater flora and fauna.

Dungeness Spit

The longest natural sand spit in the U.S., growing 13 feet per year.

Cape Flattery

Welcome to the northwestern-most point in the contiguous United States.

A YEAR-ROUND LINEUP OF Festivals & Events

Run the Peninsula Race Series – Jamestown S’Klallam

Dec 4

Blyn, WA 98382 United States

The 2021 Run the Peninsula Race Series takes place on the beautiful Olympic Peninsula in Washington State. The series is made up of 5 different races which can be run …

Port Angeles Farmers Market

Dec 4 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

125 W Front St
Port Angeles, WA 98362 United States

The Port Angeles Farmers Market is open year round in the covered Gateway Pavilion in downtown Port Angeles.

Large Scale Luminary Workshop

Dec 4 @ 1:00 pm - Dec 5 @ 4:00 pm

308 E 4th St
Port Angeles, WA 98362 United States

A two day workshop led by artist Nichole Rose. Learn how to construct luminary stars using matchstick bamboo and paper. Cost: $65/70 Participants must be 16 years old or older. …

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Expect the Unexpected- OLYMPIC NATIONAL PARK

Fall at the Elwha River in Olympic National Park

Diversity is the Hallmark

Forty-nine peaks over 6,500 feet, more than 600 miles of trails, 266 glaciers. Four temperate rain forests. Iconic rivers, deep lakes, and 22 waterfalls. Rocky, craggy beaches full of sea life. Known for roaming Roosevelt elk and flying squirrels. One …

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Hoh Rain Forest

A magical destination like no other, the lush and diverse Hoh Rain Forest is one of the most popular spots on the Olympic Peninsula. Take in tumbling waterfalls and rushing rivers, miles of forested trails, and wildlife and fishing like …

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Wild Ocean Beaches

From rugged to serene, Olympic Peninsula beaches stretch for miles and offer endless recreation and exploration. Trek the coastline, catch a wave, discover teeming tidepools and dramatic sea stacks, and soak up Pacific Ocean views and sunsets that will leave …

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A Place to Spark Your Senses