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Visited

Seattle Japanese Garden

We spent a few peaceful hours wandering the Seattle Japanese Garden and found a beautiful urban escape that's worth visiting in any season. Slow down, wander the paths, enjoy the koi and scenery, and take your time.

Visited

Mount Baker — Scenic Route 9 to Artist Point and Home Again

A 255.5-mile road trip from Arlington to Mount Baker and Artist Point, taking scenic WA-9, stopping at the Nakashima Barn, Picture Lake and Heather Meadows, and finishing the day with a mountain drive, a bear sighting, and the Jaguar F-Type with the top down.

Road Trips

Route 2 to Leavenworth, Blewett Pass & Home Again

A full-day Washington mountain road trip from Monroe to Leavonworth, over Stevens and Blewett Passes, with waterfalls, Bigfoot, ghost towns, winding roads, and plenty of reasons to stop along the way.

Waterfalls

Nooksack Falls: The Waterfall You Almost Missed

An 88-foot waterfall hidden just off the Mount Baker Highway, Nooksack Falls is the perfect Washington roadside stop. The walk is barely a tenth of a mile, but the payoff is a roaring waterfall, a deep forested canyon, and one more reason to slow down and explore the road less traveled.

Hikes

Falls Creek Falls: A Little Waterfall Adventure Near Winthrop

Just outside Winthrop, Falls Creek Falls delivers a surprisingly big waterfall experience with very little effort. Whether you’re looking for a quick quarter-mile walk to the lower falls or a longer hike to explore the upper cascades, this is a beautiful stop in Washington’s Methow Valley.

Want-To-Go

Franklin Falls – Snoqualmie Pass

A relatively easy 2-mile hike near Snoqualmie Pass leading through a beautiful forest to the impressive multi-tiered Franklin Falls.

Waterfalls

Coal Creek Falls – Bellevue

An easy forest hike near Bellevue leading to a scenic waterfall and a perfect quick outdoor escape.

Worth-it

Mount Rainier National Park – A Scenic Drive Across the Park

A scenic drive through Mount Rainier National Park featuring waterfalls, viewpoints, Reflection Lakes, and practical tips for avoiding crowds and long entrance waits.