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
Things to do in Washington, United States: The Best Bodies of Water
Discover the best top things to do in Washington, United States including The Grand Canal, Methow River, Mount Rainier National Park, Cape Flattery, Quillayute River, Lake Chelan, Deception Pass State Park, Lake Union, Green Lake Park, Crescent Lake.
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1. The Grand Canal
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
2. Methow River
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 54 reviews
Reviewed By divegal100
For the past 30 years, we have spent a week in the Methow Valley in the summer camping, hiking, biking and kayaking on the Methow River. Many visitors float the river on whatever floaty thing they can find. We always take our inflatable kayaks and float from Winthrop to Twisp. It's a blast! Takes about 3-5 hours depending on the amount of flowing water for a particular year. Bring your favorite beverages and sunscreen.
3. Mount Rainier National Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 524 reviews
Reviewed By 273triciaa - Louisville, United States
We visited both Paradise and Sunrise areas of MRNP....Gorgeous view and great hiking in both locations! Driving the area was even gorgeous...I might even like this park better than Glacier NP...it is amazing!! At least in Summer :)
4. Cape Flattery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 50 reviews
Reviewed By SuperTed19 - Madison, United States
The drive to Flattery is not a boring one, with its twisting roads and spotty cellular coverage. Fortunately, there are not a lot of wrong turns to be made, so the parking will be in view in quick order. From there, a leisurely 30-minute stroll through the woods will open to one of the most stunning views to be found in all of Washington. If possible, try to be here at sunset on a clear day. The memory of this gift from the Hesperides will last a lifetime.
5. Quillayute River
6. Lake Chelan
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 322 reviews
This scenic lake is best known for its sunbathing, water sports and fishing.
Reviewed By JenniL698 - Melbourne, Australia
We just had three relaxing days in Chelan Washington and I would highly recommend it if you are in the area or doing a road trip. The weather (late August) was just perfect and the lake was vast and beautifully clear. The townships of Chelan and Manson are well kept, quaint and picturesque and they have everything you need. The wineries in the area are an added bonus! We will certainly be back.
7. Deception Pass State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,381 reviews
This isn't a lie: with over 30 miles of hiking trails, this park is one of the premier hiking destinations in the country.
Reviewed By U6309DAmelissad - Arlington, United States
There are so many fantastic places to check out at this park...(As of April 2020 it is now closed due to COVID-19 but hope it opens soon!) The scenic beauty of this park is immense and varied. As I've strolled beside Cranberry lake in the early morning or at dusk I've seen beaver, otter, osprey and eagles, mergansers, gorgeous swans and snow geese, red breasted nuthatch, pileated woodpeckers, and so many other birds. When visiting West Beach there is nothing like the 'sea' of pink sea blush flowers that carpet the ground beside the dunes and the cries of oystercatchers (birds) that nest at Rosario flying by or red loons flying by the hundreds just over the water.. There is a handicapped accessible trail that is somewhere between 1/4 and 1/2 mile in distance at the dunes where you can see long hanging lichen that look like tinsel waving in the trees, along with magnificent Pacific Madrone trees, yew trees and crab apple trees. There is a marvelous "overlook' of the bog and lake in the middle of this unique micro-forest that is well worth the extra few steps to get there.as well as an ancient twisted Douglas Fir on the short, flat but a little bumpy with roots dunes trail. If you choose 'Bowman Bay to explore there are kayak rentals during Summer and a pier where a lot of folks do crabbing. There is a boat launch there as well as other sites. IF you head South from the boat launch you take a lovely 'up and down' trail to Lighthouse Island. On the side facing Deception Pass waters there is a unique habitat of a 'rocky bald' area filled with native wildflowers. On the way you'll cross a tombolo which is a sandy isthmus that connects the mainland with the island. There are unique plant communities there. .This is where you can see 'wild carrot' and 'silverweed' whose roots were a food of the Native peoples before there were 'grocery stores! Rosario beach area is the site of an ancient Samish Village site (occupied by First Peoples for over 10k years) Is a peaceful, lovely place where the small, beautiful flat pebbles make a lovely sound as the tide comes in an out..This is a perfect place for barbecues, weddings, and there is a wide open grass field and shelter for special events. The tidepools there host some great diverse creatures from sea stars to sea anemones, small crabs, different kinds of little fish, barnacles and seaweeds. This is a delicate ecosystem so please read the signs and tread with care and go during the low tide to see the most interesting creatures! Take only pictures and leave with only happy memories! Throughout this park there are these gorgeous, rustic, hand-built stone shelters complete with wood fired stoves made by the Conservation Corps in the 1920s that are buildings and works of art! At Christmas time they put on a Holiday gathering with a roaring fire and invite "Santa and Mrs' Claus" for the kids..The whole family or if it is just yourself are welcome to come, join in the live music, & enjoy hot cocoa and cookies! Then there is the old growth forest at Hoypus Point, where a lot of folks fish from and boat launch, This forest is a avorite place for us mushroomers! Pass Lake is fantastic for just pulling over while you're on a drive as it is right off Hiway 30.. A lot of folks go there for fishing...I like swimming there but not too many people do as it is colder than ..Cranberry Lake that has swimming and picnicking and small boat rentals in the summer! Goose Rock is a steep treck uphill for about 600-800 feet but well worth the view...sepctacular! It is like being up in an airplane and on a clear day you can see the Olympics, a wide swath of the Salish Sea and Cranberry Lake in it's entirety. This too is a lovely place to be 'on top of the world' like an eagle looking down on everything. There are trails from here that lead either to Cornet Bay Learning Center or to the bridge in a trail called the "perimeter' trail that is also lovely Finally, even if you just 'drive through' if you are a passenger you'll get an 'amazing' view from the bridge as you pass by...fantastic sunsets and sunrises. These are but a few of the treasurer of this amazing park...I'm so happy to live only 15 minutes away and I go there every chance I can...it is the BEST place in the world!
8. Lake Union
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 337 reviews
This large, recreational lake is great for renting an electric boat, kayaking and admiring the Seattle skyline. The new South Lake Union Park is open and easily accessible from downtown by Streetcar.
Reviewed By johnaholmes - Reading, United Kingdom
On Lake Union not only was "Sleepless In Seattle" was filmed on a house boat but plenty to watch by the lake front as well. From here Kenmore Air with their seaplanes depart and a company called Argosy Tours depart from here also. On the waters edge is a museum of History and Industry. Plenty to enjoy or just seat down and watch the world go by.
9. Green Lake Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,115 reviews
Swim or paddleboat in this scenic park lake.
Reviewed By CathyH998 - Orlando, United States
I believe the path around Green Lake is about 3 miles and is paved the entire way with benches, bathrooms, a snack shop, pavillion and beautiful scenery on your way. This is a great way to get some exercise. I really enjoy watching the dogs on the path. The day we were there, every breed was represented. Only downside is limited parking.
10. Crescent Lake
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 772 reviews
A scenic lake.
Reviewed By marktS5189DV - Hillsboro, United States
Driving from to/from Port Angeles on the101 to the Olympic National Forest you will be treated to one of the most breathtaking lakeside drives you will ever take. we saw a pair of bald eagles fishing . absolutely gorgeous
