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Shawnjess12's New Itinerary
The Extraordinary Shi Shi Beach
Perhaps the most dramatic beach in Washington State.
Shi Shi Beach is located west of Neah Bay. Shi Shi (pronounced shy-shy) was named "best nature beach" by the Travel Channel. It's a day trip you'll remember. Shi Shi is an unspoiled beach and is reached by driving 66 miles from Port Angeles, through ClallamBay-Sekiu and on through Neah Bay, then followed by a 3.3-mile hike. The trip is well worth the time and one can enjoy the scenic beauty of Hwy 112.
Location
Shi Shi Beach
WA
United States
See map: Google Maps
Breathe Mile-High Air at Hurricane Ridge!
Hurricane Ridge, 17 miles south of Port Angeles, in Olympic National Park, will make you feel like you're on top of the world. And, in fact, you are! Hurricane Ridge is reached by taking Hwy 101 into Port Angeles. Look for the Olympic National Park Visitor Center and Hurricane Ridge signs. Turn south on Race Street, and taking a slight right curve on the Hurricane Ridge Parkway. From there you will see signs leading to the Park Entrance.
Location
Olympic National Park
WA
United States
See map: Google Maps
The Olympic Peninsula Waterfall Trail
A Magical Misty Tour
A delightful way to explore the Olympic Peninsula, the Waterfall Trail offers year-round adventure and dramatic beauty. From the cliffs of Cape Flattery, to the glacial fjord of the Hood Canal to the Enchanted Valley of the Quinault Rainforest, waterfalls of all sizes and shapes abound! Some are easy walks on fores trails, others reached via paved, wheel-chair accessible paths, still more are in the backcountry of Olympic National Park. Two falls can only be reached by boat.
Location
Waterfalls
WA
United States
47° 57' 38.1168" N, 123° 32' 58.0632" W
See map: Google Maps
Geoduck Tavern in Brinnon was voted one of the BEST BARS IN AMERICA!
The Geoduck Tavern in Brinnon was voted one of the BEST BARS IN AMERICA by Esquire Magazine! They call it "a rustic paradise" and we definitely agree!
They love the Geoduck's own full-pound "Burger Dip" sandwich, and the great view from the back deck overlooking the Dosewallips River estuary where it meets the Hood Canal.
Put the Geoduck on your travel list, and see what author Chuck Thompson at Esquire Magazine is raving about!
Geoduck Tavern
307103 U. S. Highway 101
Brinnon, Washington
360-796-4430
http://www.esquire.com/bestbars/bb-geoduck-tavern
Location
Geoduck Tavern
307103 U. S. Highway 101
Brinnon, WA
United States
47° 41' 5.4492" N, 122° 54' 0.1584" W
See map: Google Maps
Strait of Juan de Fuca Scenic Byway - Hwy 112
One of the nation's newest National Scenic Byways, it follows the shoreline of a glacial fjord that connects Puget Sound to the Pacific Ocean, separating the Olympic Peninsula from Vancouver Island, British Columbia. This dramatic stretch of coastline with rugged cliffs and forests, reaches farther into the cold waters of the North Pacific than any other mainland point in the lower 48 states. Eagles, otters and gray whales are common sights, depending on the time of year.
Location
Highway 112 Scenic Byway
Clallam Bay, Sekiu, Neah Bay
United States
48° 9' 38.9448" N, 123° 57' 14.1624" W
See map: Google Maps
Purple Haze Lavender Farm
Purple Haze Lavender Farm is a 10 acre certified organic lavender farm located in the Dungeness Valley of Washington's Olympic Peninsula. We are one of more than 36 growers in the valley who are cultivating this wonderful herb.
We welcome visitors to wander our grounds, shop for lavender products, and relax with the scent of lavender in the air. In the summer, the farm is open for U-pick lavender.
Hours for the Farm gift shop: 10:00am.-5:00pm daily
We also offer the farm for weddings, and the Farmhouse is available as a vacation rental.
Location
Sequim
180 Bellbottom Road
Sequim, WA
98382
United States
48° 4' 24.96" N, 123° 3' 57.6" W
See map: Google Maps
Olympic National Park
The majesty of the Olympic Mountains, the fairy-tale quality of the rain forests and the pristine wilderness coastline are great reasons to visit Olympic National Park. This World Heritage Site and Biosphere Reserve encompasses nearly one million acres and also includes glacier-carved lakes, waterfalls, over 600 miles of hiking trails, dozens of campgrounds and scenic vistas. Highlights of the Park include Hurricane Ridge, the Hoh Rain Forest and 60 miles of unspoiled coastline.
Location
Olympic National Park Visitor Information Center
600 E. Park Ave.
Port Angeles, WA
98362
United States
48° 6' 6.0048" N, 123° 25' 59.6748" W
See map: Google Maps
Hoh Rain Forest
Among the only protected temperate rain forests in the Northern Hemisphere, the Hoh Rain Forest is a not-to-be-missed attraction on the West Side of the Olympic Peninsula. Moisture-laden air from the Pacific brings an average of 140 inches of annual rainfall to the Hoh Valley,(record of 190 inches) in addition to condensed mist that contributes another 30 inches. Nineteen miles inland from Hwy 101 you’ll find the Hoh Rain Forest Visitor Center.
Location
Hoh Rainforest
WA
United States
See map: Google Maps
Hike or Drive to Scenic Mt. Walker
The Quilcene/Brinnon area holds an abundance of magnificant scenery just waiting for that special photograph. From magnificant mountain views at the top of one of our nearby mountain peaks, to the brilliance of the sunlite water of Hood Canal, to the soft light of forest trails winding along river banks or through wildflower meadows, this area is a photographer's dream.
Location
Entrance is 5 miles South of Quilcene on Hwy 101 -
WA
United States
47° 47' 25.998" N, 122° 55' 31.2204" W
See map: Google Maps
Port Angeles
Visit www.portangeles.org to find everything you need to know about Port Angeles.
