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Falling for Olympic Peninsula’s Hood Canal

Hood Canal is one of the Pacific Northwest’s most enchanting outdoor destinations. For families with kids in tow, this slender waterway framed by forests and mountains offers a rich mix of hiking, waterfalls, tide pools, beaches, and waterside adventures. Whether …

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Natural Wonders WOW THE WORLD

Cape Flattery

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

Dungeness Spit

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

Hood Canal

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

Olympic National Park

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

A YEAR-ROUND LINEUP OF Festivals & Events

Frosty Moss Relay

Mar 14
Port Angeles, WA 98362 United States

The Frosty Moss Relay runners trace the Olympic Discovery Trail (paved multiuse path) and Adventure Route (singletrack trail) from west to east, beginning at the Camp Creek Trailhead along the Sol Duc River …

International Mermaid Museum Festival

Mar 14 @ 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
1 S. Arbor Rd.
Aberdeen, WA 98520 United States

The incredibly popular annual Mermaid Festival is expanding! In 2026, the event will beckon to visitors every full weekend in March. As always, this fin-tastic, free and family-friendly event is …

International Mermaid Museum Festival

Mar 15 @ 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
1 S. Arbor Rd.
Aberdeen, WA 98520 United States

The incredibly popular annual Mermaid Festival is expanding! In 2026, the event will beckon to visitors every full weekend in March. As always, this fin-tastic, free and family-friendly event is …

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Expect the Unexpected- OLYMPIC NATIONAL PARK

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…

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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,…

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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…

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