


Washington Cryptids
Learn about Washington’s Cryptids, where you’ll find them, and what legends these mystical creatures come along with.

Spending a Weekend at Lake Chelan
Looking for a destination that has it all? Then look no further than spending a weekend at Lake Chelan. From recreation adventures (both in the mountains and on the water) to wineries, breweries, nearby U-Pick farms, shopping and everything in between — Lake Chelan has it all. Lake Chelan Lake Chelan is a 50.5-mile long…

A Girls Trip To Leavenworth
Do you feel like everyone you know visited Europe this summer? Well, summer isn’t over yet and you can still make it to Europe without leaving Washington. Enter: Leavenworth. This Bavarian-style village is only two and a half hours away from Seattle and brings all the charm without the long plane travel. And a way…

A Stay At TimberCreek
If you have ever perused Instagram or Pinterest and looked longingly at the serene, picturesque cabins in the woods, we’ve found the spot for you! If you’re in Washington, or thinking of visiting, let me introduce you to the TimberCreek Cabin. Nestled just 25 minutes from Stevens Pass, just over an hour (or 57 miles)…

Visiting Ohme Gardens in Wenatchee
This summer many are traveling to enjoy the sights of Eastern Washington. Although Leavenworth is a popular destination for families, another great choice is Wenatchee, which is only 23 miles east. Wenatchee is teeming with fun activities for everyone to experience as the weather begins to warm up. Ohme Gardens is the perfect pit stop…

Take A Mystery Picnic In Washington State
Mystery Picnic. Those two words were just too intriguing. The marketing worked and I stopped scrolling! AmazingCo.me/us is a website full of pre-prepared adventures for you and your partner, family, or friends to experience! I decided to book the Leavenworth “Mystery Picnic with Friends” and I (easily) convinced both my good friend and my mom…

A Perfect Spring Getaway in Leavenworth
If you are a long-time Washington resident or a new visitor just passing through, you know the appeal of taking the time to spend a day in the mountains. Spring in the Pacific Northwest is the perfect time to get out and explore. Clean, crisp air and sunny mountaintops can be found in the town…

Seeking Winter Sunshine at Lake Chelan
“300 days of sunshine” is a promise worth traveling for — especially in the winter. So after spending much of the season in hibernation, my partner and I hit the road for a destination just three hours from the Seattle area: Lake Chelan. This massive, glacially-carved lake runs over 50 miles from the Cascade Mountains…

A Visit To Lake Chelan
The name Chelan has its origins in Tsillan, a Salish indigenous word which means “Deep Water.” True to its name, this beautiful glacier-fed freshwater lake is almost 1,500 feet deep and about 380 feet below sea level at its deepest point. Located at the foothills of the North Cascades, flanked by the Chelan mountains, this…

Exploring P’Squosa Land and Wenatchi History
It is an honor to be asked to write a piece about my ancestors, the P’Squosa, and my current venture, Wenatchi Wear, for Explore Washington State. For reference, the P’Squosa are also the šnp̍šqáw̍š̍x (people in the between) whom, after colonization, were given the name Wenatchi. I am a member of the Colville Confederated Tribe…

Spending a Weekend in Leavenworth
Looking for your next Washington town to explore? This time of year, there is one place that comes to mind right away – Leavenworth. If you’re anything like me, you love twinkling lights. Nothing makes a night stroll more beautiful than buildings lined with strings of light. There can be little debate that the small Bavarian…