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 …
Summer is the busiest season of the year on the Olympic Peninsula. With Olympic National Park as the centerpiece of the peninsula, there are many well-known places you might have your heart set on visiting, but may find very crowded …
From majestic sea stacks to clifftop vistas of the expansive Pacific Ocean to secluded beaches on quiet coves and bays, the Olympic Peninsula is a beach lover’s paradise. When you need a beach fix but want to be surrounded by …
Here on the peninsula, we celebrate how much we value our local markets by bringing you the latest tips about them, letting you know what’s in season, where you can buy fresh products and enjoy the fun each market offers. …
Advice from a Park Ranger Like many people, I was introduced to camping through my family. We used parks for camping, picnicking, boating, fishing, canoeing and kayaking. So, as I was growing up, going camping at parks was a favorite …
Roaming and Rambling in your RV The siren call of nature’s beauty beckons, inviting us outside, luring us to travel again and see new places. We’re ready to do something different. With a playground as compelling as the Olympic Peninsula, …
The first thing you see when entering Port Townsend is a horizon of boats—some new, some old, some in great shape, and some needing work. You don’t have to love boats, or be a boat builder, to enjoy all the …
If you are a walker, runner, cyclist or just a general outdoor enthusiast, you don’t want to miss the chance to explore the Olympic Discovery Trail, traversing the North Olympic Peninsula from Port Townsend to the Pacific Ocean. For more …
As the world turns toward autumn across the Olympic Peninsula, the cideries are bringing in the apples! While bins and boxes come in, we reflect on the harvest season here at Finnriver—how it’s a time to gather the fruits, …