10 Spring Break Ideas Around the Olympic Peninsula Celebrate the season with your kiddos and escape to the Olympic Peninsula for Spring Break. School’s out for the week and it’s a perfect time for some fresh air and family bonding. …
Runs, Races and Rides in 2025 If one of your goals for this year is to be more active or to enjoy more time outside, we‘ve got you covered! Whether you are a runner, walker, rider or boater, an avid …
The original residents of the Olympic Peninsula coexisted with this land, these rivers and seas, and all the abundant resources they provided. Their rich histories, vibrant cultures and deep connections to the land and sea provide an important link for …
Nestled in the southwest corner of the Olympic Peninsula on the Pacific Coast, you’ll find Grays Harbor County. This is an unforgettable year-round destination for outdoor family fun and recreation. It’s one of the only places in the world where …
You’re probably familiar with Olympic National Park, as well as Olympic National Forest, and the important role they play in protecting our wilderness areas. But did you know there is also a National Marine Sanctuary system, preserving and caring for a …
Welcome to our slooow season! Fall is the perfect time for a stress relief visit to the Olympic Peninsula. The crowds are smaller, the days are short (but still long enough), the air is crisp, and the colors are vibrant. …
How Accessible is the Olympic Peninsula? An RVing amputee family finds out. Part 2. In Part 1, we met the St. Clair family, Anthony, Jodie, 11-yo Connor, and 8-yo Aster, on their travels across the eastern and northern portion of …
Last updated April 3, 2023 Effective April 3, the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) will end the Secretary of Health Mask Order, which currently requires universal masking in healthcare, long-term care, and adult correctional facilities for people age 5 and …
Let’s face it, Northwesterners are a bit quirky. We’re outdoorsy, adventurous and impervious to the rain. No umbrellas for us—it’s waterproof rain jackets with hoods all the way. Oh, and waterproof boots, too. We’re often dressed like we’re about to …
This page has the latest information on major closures to recreational lands and roads on the Olympic Peninsula as well as required permit information. Regular seasonal closures as well as privately-owned campgrounds and RV parks will not be listed here …
