Feeling adventurous? When you live in Washington, that’s never a bad thing. If you’re looking for some ideas for adventures in the Evergreen State, we happen to think these 11 are essential.
- Hike the Rattlesnake Ledge Trail.
turcottes78 / Flickr Located near North Bend, this 6.5 mile trail features some of the most amazing views in the entire state. Rattlesnake Lake, Mount Si and Mount Washington are just a few of the things you’ll see from the trail.
- Take the Spooked in Seattle ghost tour.
Sabrina R / Yelp Whether or not you believe in spirits, you’ll love learning about local history while exploring some of Seattle’s oldest buildings. This tour could very well make a believer out of you.
- Spend a night or two in one of Washington’s haunted hotels.
The Davenport Hotel Facebook Speaking of ghosts, why not be daring and see if the rumors are true? This is The Davenport in Spokane, where the ghost of a woman who fell to her death here is allegedly sometimes still seen.
- Fly through the air on a zip line.
Canopy Tours NW Facebook Canopy Tours NW is one of several great companies in Washington that offer zip line tours. Would you dare?
- Explore Boulder Cave.
Samantha Levang / Flickr You might not think traipsing through a dark cave would be fun, but it is, in fact, pretty awesome. The hike to the cave is nice and easy and features plenty of beautiful scenery.
- Check out Palouse Falls State Park.
seattleforge / Flickr Eastern Washington is a treasure, and Palouse Falls is its crown jewel.
- Visit Mt. St. Helens.
daveynin / Flickr Since its 1980 eruption, Mt. St. Helens has been regained its status as a popular hiking destination. Every Washingtonian should see this important piece of local history.
- Go camping at Mt. Rainier National Park.
Michael Matti / Flickr There are hotels and lodges in the vicinity, but to truly appreciate our most famous national park, try camping there at least once.
- Drive the Pacific Coast Byway.
Benjamin Chodroff This beautiful route takes you through Hood Canal and the northern tip of the Olympic Peninsula. Allow yourself plenty of driving time - you’ll be stopping a lot to take it all in.
- Brave the crowds and see Leavenworth during the holiday season.
Sam DeLong / Flickr Leavenworth at Christmastime may be crowded, but it’s absolutely magical. Just make sure to book your accommodations early.
- Take a road trip that spans most of the state.
Ed Suominen / Flickr Whether you take I-90 from Spokane to Seattle or cruise along the Columbia River Gorge, taking a road trip that shows off the diverse beauty of Washington will make you love it even more.
Need more ideas to bring out your inner explorer? Here are 15 places to go in Washington when you’re feeling adventurous.
turcottes78 / Flickr
Located near North Bend, this 6.5 mile trail features some of the most amazing views in the entire state. Rattlesnake Lake, Mount Si and Mount Washington are just a few of the things you’ll see from the trail.
Sabrina R / Yelp
Whether or not you believe in spirits, you’ll love learning about local history while exploring some of Seattle’s oldest buildings. This tour could very well make a believer out of you.
The Davenport Hotel Facebook
Speaking of ghosts, why not be daring and see if the rumors are true? This is The Davenport in Spokane, where the ghost of a woman who fell to her death here is allegedly sometimes still seen.
Canopy Tours NW Facebook
Canopy Tours NW is one of several great companies in Washington that offer zip line tours. Would you dare?
Samantha Levang / Flickr
You might not think traipsing through a dark cave would be fun, but it is, in fact, pretty awesome. The hike to the cave is nice and easy and features plenty of beautiful scenery.
seattleforge / Flickr
Eastern Washington is a treasure, and Palouse Falls is its crown jewel.
daveynin / Flickr
Since its 1980 eruption, Mt. St. Helens has been regained its status as a popular hiking destination. Every Washingtonian should see this important piece of local history.
Michael Matti / Flickr
There are hotels and lodges in the vicinity, but to truly appreciate our most famous national park, try camping there at least once.
Benjamin Chodroff
This beautiful route takes you through Hood Canal and the northern tip of the Olympic Peninsula. Allow yourself plenty of driving time - you’ll be stopping a lot to take it all in.
Sam DeLong / Flickr
Leavenworth at Christmastime may be crowded, but it’s absolutely magical. Just make sure to book your accommodations early.
Ed Suominen / Flickr
Whether you take I-90 from Spokane to Seattle or cruise along the Columbia River Gorge, taking a road trip that shows off the diverse beauty of Washington will make you love it even more.
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