Top Things to do in Washington
Top Hotels in Washington
- 1. Hyatt Regency Seattle
- 2. Staypineapple, The Maxwell Hotel, Seattle Center
- 3. Hyatt At Olive 8
- 4. Cedarbrook Lodge
- 5. The Paramount Hotel
- 6. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA
- 7. Mayflower Park Hotel
- 8. Lotte Hotel Seattle
- 9. Mediterranean Inn
- 10. Coast Gateway Hotel
The 10 Best Nature & Wildlife Areas in Washington, United States
Discover the best top things to do in Washington, United States including San Juan County Park, Bloedel Reserve, Shark Reef Sanctuary, Skagit Wildlife Area, Staircase Rapids Nature Trail, North Cascades National Park, Predators of the Heart, Lily Point Marine Reserve, Dungeness National Wildlife Refuge, West Hybloes Wetlands Park.
Restaurants in Washington
1. San Juan County Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 14 reviews
This park offers some of the best whale watching.
2. Bloedel Reserve
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 553 reviews
Reviewed By klanglow - Poulsbo, United States
This superb horticultural collection, acknowledged one of the best nationally, features many beautiful, special gardens arrayed along a Puget Sound bluff. Accessible by car (and sometimes local bus) from the Seattle to Bainbridge Island ferry, the site features a Japanese garden, a moss garden, beautiful pathways through typical Northwest forest locations, and beautifully planted special collections. Not to be missed, if you are a garden fan.
3. Shark Reef Sanctuary
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 109 reviews
Reviewed By jbk51691
Still trying to figure out why this is named Shark Reef Sanctuary? A definite must visit. Hike down to the water and then continue to the left on the trail till it is in front of the large rock island. There were lots of seals swimming around when we arrived and then they all decided to take naps along the rocks on the island. I counted almost 50 seals!! When hiking from the parking area dont stop right when the trail ends at the water. i saw many do this and they missed the big attraction. Continue on the trail to the left otherwise why bother.
4. Skagit Wildlife Area
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By DoloresJacoby - West Palm Beach, United States
I now know the meaning of going on a wild goose chase now. It was wonderful! Having read an article on the migration of snow geese and trumpeter swans, this was THE place to find. The Skagit Valley is beautiful and the wildlife wonderful. It is so worth the chase all over the valley.
5. Staircase Rapids Nature Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By cxrcyf - Olympia, United States
Staircase, located at the southeastern corner of the Olympic National Park, does not attract the same crowds as Hurricane Ridge and Hoh Rainforest, and that is a good thing for us. It’s only a bit over an hour from Olympia, the Capitol of Washington. The drive to get there is scenic, particularly around Lake Cushman. Staircase rapids has this deep green color that seems surreal. On an early Fall afternoon, there are so few people it feels like you have the place all to yourself.
6. North Cascades National Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 46 reviews
Reviewed By 38sallyj - Chelmsford, United Kingdom
.The scenery here was amazing, forests, mountains and lakes, Lake Diablo was incredible, the blue water was fantastic. Definately worth visiting this National Park. We visited America for a month, so we bought the Annual Park Pass, at $80, it saves a lot of money, you can access as many parks as you wish, and only pay the once.
7. Predators of the Heart
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By Mqberry
Everything about this place is wonderful. Each staff person is knowledgeable and they truly put the care of the animals first. And we had an amazing experience and interaction with wildlife! I got kisses from two different wolves! One did grab the back of my jacket to play. He easily could have pulled me down. We were warned about this and I was ready even though it still scared me. Completely loved every moment and would do it again!!! And bring family and friends.
8. Lily Point Marine Reserve
9. Dungeness National Wildlife Refuge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 517 reviews
The Dungeness National Wildlife Refuge is home to over 250 species of endangered birds, fish and mammals.
Reviewed By TravelingMerm - Monrovia, United States
This is a seriously cool hike and natural wonder to visit if you’re in the area! It contains the largest natural “spit” in the US (Dungeness Spit) at just over 5 miles long! You can walk the entire length of the spit all the way to the lighthouse which is just over 10 miles round trip. For safety, it’s recommended to go during low tide bc at high tide you’ll have to climb over tons of logs which is hazardous and exhausting. Normally the lighthouse is open for tours but it’s closed for now due to Covid. There’s plenty of paved parking and also some decent bathrooms at the trailhead. Normally there’s a $3 entrance fee per group/family, but the day I visited it was free! Once you enter the trail, you walk through the forest for about 15 minutes then the bay view opens up before you! There is a viewing deck to your right before you head down to the shoreline of the spit. The day I visited, it was so clear you could see Mt Rainier looming over the lighthouse in the distance! So cool! Normally you have a choice of path between a slightly (very slightly) shorter, more paved walk or the “primitive trail”, but due to Covid safety measures, it’s a one way walk now so you head out to the refuge on the primitive trail and come back on the other trail. Along the walk, there are some informational signs and lots of gorgeous trees and birds. It’s a lovely, gentle hike for the most part but it does have a small incline at the end down towards the bay. Once you get down on the beach, you can see the bay and Canada our in front of you and then Sequim behind you! It’s a great outing! Highly recommend!
