On September 19, Lake Quinault Lodge will celebrate a century of welcoming guests to our lake shore. Our Centennial Celebration will take place from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and is designed to celebrate far more than the Lodge’s 100th …
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September Is Just the Start of Fall in Grays Harbor County
Summer’s winding down, but Grays Harbor County is just getting started. From a century-old lodge celebration to salmon bakes, Renaissance faires, and a gathering of gnomes, here’s everything happening around the Harbor this September and beyond. Lake Quinault Lodge Centennial …
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Golf on the Olympic Peninsula: A Good Walk With a Great View
On the Olympic Peninsula, a golf round can begin in the salt air, climb toward evergreens, pause for chowder or a burger at the turn, and end with the kind of mountain and water view that makes even a double …
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Port Angeles Is the Place to Be
Come for the fireworks. Stay for the adventure. There are plenty of reasons to visit Port Angeles in July, but this year, there is one reason that stands above the rest. The fireworks are back! After a year without a …
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Car-Free Adventures Around the Olympic Peninsula
Celebrate Ride Transit Month with one of these car-free adventures around the Olympic Peninsula June is officially recognized as Ride Transit Month in Washington state, with a proclamation from Governor Bob Ferguson encouraging residents to explore transit as a convenient, …
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Clallam County Parks Offer Diverse Recreation and Stellar Scenery
With more than 1,700 square miles of lush forest, rugged shorelines, and diverse trail systems, Clallam County’s parks and campgrounds across the north Olympic Peninsula are not to be missed. Perhaps no other Washington destination is as fortunate to have …
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Where Forests Meet the Sea: Exploring Forks with Care
When visiting a new place, we all aspire to be thoughtful, responsible travelers. Responsible travel is often described as making mindful, sustainable choices that minimize negative impacts. And at the same time, maximizing positive benefits for the environment, local cultures, …
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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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Embrace the Rain in Sequim
Even in “Sunny Sequim” the rain does fall, and the area proves rainy days can be some of the best days. Sitting in the rain shadow of the Olympic Mountains—the famous “Blue Hole”—Sequim enjoys a sunnier, drier climate than much …
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Runs, Races and Rides in 2026
If your resolution for the new year is to get more exercise and fresh air, stay in better shape or even to win a competition, the Olympic Peninsula is the perfect place to make your goals happen. Whether you’re a …
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