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Things To Do in Washington State
Washington State gives you an almost unreasonable number of options for how to spend your time. Whether you are looking for something to do on a rainy afternoon in Seattle, a full week of outdoor adventure on the Peninsula, or a low key weekend in a small town you have never heard of, this state rewards people who are willing to explore beyond the obvious.
This section is where we collect everything that falls under the category of actually doing something in Washington. You will find activity guides, local recommendations, seasonal ideas, things to do with kids, hidden gems worth the detour, and honest assessments of whether something is actually worth your time. Every post is written by someone who has been there.
We cover the full range: outdoor activities like hiking, kayaking, and skiing alongside arts, food, history, and local culture. Washington is one of those states where the things worth doing in a small coastal town are just as compelling as what you will find in its major cities. There is genuinely a lot here that most people never get around to.
Browse by scrolling through recent posts below, or use the county and city tags on any post to find activities in a specific area. If you are looking for somewhere to start, the county guides are a good way to get oriented.
Neko Cat Cafe is home to some of the cutest cats in Washington State (besides my own fur babies Luna and Cosmo, of course) and is full of good vibes, playful adorable felines, yummy drinks and delicious desserts. My wife and I recently visited their Seattle location which is right in our neighborhood of Capitol...
If you’d like to get away for the day and go hiking, whether for an easy few miles, or a 55-mile trek, look no further, Riverside State Park Bowl & Pitcher has it all for you. If you’re local or even just visiting, your trip isn’t complete without this visit. It’s one to get the...
Have you ever felt overwhelmed walking into a nursery or a big box store and seeing all the vegetable starts or seed packets, and wanting to buy some to bring home but you don’t know where to start? The first thing that comes to mind for what you should grow is, start with what you...
Bookstores in seattle Seattle is full of interesting independent bookstores that showcase the quirkiness and unique character of the Emerald City. These bookstores are a perfect place to wander around (especially on a rainy day) and discover a new exciting literary adventure to expand your mind and let your imagination soar. Here’s 10 of my...
If you were to ask, “What is a must-do hike in the Seattle area?” you’d likely hear Twin Falls Trail at the top of the list. This family-friendly and dog-friendly hike provides rewarding views as soon as you get on the trail. Meandering alongside the South Fork Snoqualmie River towards the falls, you’ll find multiple access...
So you want to start gardening and don’t know where to start? There’s no wrong or right way to gardening. There are some guidelines that people do follow, but one doesn’t need to follow it to the T to be successful at growing vegetables and fruit. With a little research, you can walk away with...
When you think of Seattle, Washington – the city known for its lush green (the Emerald City), rolling mountains and the Pacific Ocean (another name given called the Pacific Northwest) – what comes to mind? Most people think of Seattle in these terms: I’ve learned that when you’re curious about visiting a different city, the...
My wife and I recently became residents of Washington State and are very happy about this exciting new chapter of our lives. Shortly after settling into our apartment in the Capitol Hill section of Seattle, we agreed our new little home felt a little empty and needed a new little pet, so we ventured on...
Lions and tigers and bears, OH MY! My mom, sister, her three little girls and I went on an adventure to the Cat Tales Wildlife Center in Spokane. They serve as a center for retired and rescued exotics and wildlife unable to be returned to the wild. Cat Tales Wildlife Center is the only zoo...
It’s not every day that you get to explore a new hiking trail that just recently opened to the public! That, combined with the promise of great views and a sunny forecast, drew us to Cashmere Canyons Preserve on the last Saturday of October. The hike is located in Cashmere, Washington, just 20 minutes east...
There are so many amazing hikes in this state that it’s hard to pick one favorite. I would put hiking Yellow Aster Butte in my top five favorite hikes in Washington. I have been eyeing this hike for a while now but since it was a three-and-a-half-hour drive from the Tacoma area it made sense...
For those who have not spent much time in the mountains of Northeast Washington, I believe, they are missing out. The mountains may not contain the enormous amount of perfectly manicured trails that fill up hiking books; they do, however, have the potential of filling up photo albums. The views across many of the high...
