Hurricane Ridge Road
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Conquering the Klahhane Ridge Loop Trail

Looking for a challenging hike to tackle in the Olympic forest? Klahhane Ridge Loop Trail might be the fit for you! Explore Washington State Contributor Zac Blaylock recently conquered the Klahhane Ridge Loop Trail, closing out at 16 miles round-trip, with sweeping views of Mount Olympus, Port Angeles Harbor and Sequim Bay. Back Into Hiking…

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Must-See Spots on the Olympic Peninsula

As road trips and nature have become the go-to for travel this year, Washington state offers so much to explore. The Olympic Peninsula is an incredible family escape offering something that everyone can enjoy, including your little ones.  Port Townsend Even if only for a quick lunch and stroll, this town is a must while…

View of the rugged coast at Tongue Point Sanctuary
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Visiting Tongue Point Marine Life Sanctuary

The call of the Olympic Mountains is undeniable. Most of the peninsula gets record rainfall, making it a lush fairytale land of mosses, marmots, and mammoth trees. Some of the most iconic Washington State hikes are in the area, like Hurricane Ridge and the Hoh Rainforest.  Still, despite all the majestic trails winding through the…

lake crescent from mt. storm king
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Conquering Mount Storm King

Mount Storm King in the Port Angeles area of Olympic National Park boasts one of the most incredible views in Washington. Climbing 2,000 feet above Lake Crescent, you can see almost the entire pristine blue lake, northern views of the Olympic Mountains, the San Juan Islands and Vancouver Island. My husband and I first tackled…

Spending a Weekend in Olympic National Park
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Spending a Weekend in Olympic National Park

Considering the seemingly never-ending natural beauty of Washington State, it is sometimes easy to forget about the wonders of the Olympic Peninsula. Sprawling nearly one million acres, Olympic National Park contains three distinct ecosystems – glaciated mountains, rugged Pacific coastline and lush temperate forests. Best part? You can explore it all. Not sure where to…

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Exploring Port Angeles

Port Angeles is tucked off in between the rain shadow of the Olympic Mountains, and the strait of Juan De Fuca in Callam County. Just a two-hour drive and a ferry boat ride from Seattle, with Olympic National Park towering overhead as its backyard, Port Angeles offers a true maritime small town feel. When driving…

One Square Inch of Silence
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One Square Inch of Silence  

Founded and preserved on April 22nd, 2005 (Earth Day) by Gordon Hempton, One Square Inch of Silence, is a beautiful project meant to highlight how serene it can be to stand in nature and not hear any noise-pollution.   The project is located in the Hoh Rain Forest in the heart of the Olympic National Park…