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Sasquatch cutout next to phone booth on side of road in Forks, WA

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Looking for Sasquatch on the Olympic Peninsula

The Olympic Peninsula, in the upper left corner of Washington state, has the highest population of Sasquatch that I have heard about in over 40 years of being a Sasquatch investigator. The interactive map at the bottom of my homepage …

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

Grays Harbor Shorebird and Nature Festival

Apr 25 - Apr 27

1000 Airport Way
Hoquiam, WA 98550 United States

Each spring, hundreds of thousands of shorebirds stop to rest and feed along the Washington Coast and in the Grays Harbor estuary during their migration northward. During this event, you’ll …

Olympia 2025 Spring Arts Walk & Procession of the Species Celebration

Apr 25 @ 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

222 Columbia St NW
Olympia, WA 98501 United States

This spring, Arts Walk features an incredible lineup—including the Procession of the Species Celebration from Earthbound Productions, along with artists, makers, and performers showcasing creativity in all forms. From exhibits …

Run the Peninsula Race Series – Railroad Bridge Run / Walk

Apr 26

Sequim, WA United States

The Run the Peninsula race series comprises five races (run or walk) spanning sections of the Olympic Discovery Trail from Port Townsend to Port Angeles. The Railroad Bridge race (5k …

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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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