The Pacific Northwest combines dramatic coastal scenery with ancient forests, innovative cities, and a distinctive regional character that sets it apart from the rest of America. These travel guides explore both Washington State and Oregon, providing practical visitor information for the region’s standout attractions. Washington coverage focuses heavily on the remarkable diversity of Olympic National Park — from the moss-draped Hoh Rainforest (one of the few temperate rainforests in North America) and the alpine meadows of Hurricane Ridge to the serene beauty of Lake Crescent, the tumbling waters of Sol Duc Falls and Marymere Falls, plus guidance on visiting the impressive Snoqualmie Falls outside the park boundaries.
Seattle — the Pacific Northwest’s largest city — receives comprehensive attention, with guides covering everything from the Klondike Gold Rush National Historic Park (Seattle’s best free attraction) and the stunning glass installations at Chihuly Garden and Glass to quirky public art like the Fremont Troll, practical advice on the Seattle to Bainbridge Island ferry, and essential tips for visiting the Seattle Aquarium. You’ll also discover how Seattle weather quietly shapes visitor experiences, where to watch salmon run at the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks, and how to get the perfect city view from Kerry Park. Oregon coverage includes the spectacular Columbia River Gorge with its top ten sights, detailed guides to the Portland Women’s Forum State Scenic Viewpoint and the historic Vista House, plus explorations of Portland’s character — including whether it’s genuinely full of hipsters and the seedy history revealed on Shanghai Tunnels tours. More Pacific Northwest travel stories will be added soon.
Oregon travel articles
- Guide to the top ten sights along the Columbia River Gorge.
- What to expect at the Portland Women’s Forum State Scenic Viewpoint.
- A practical guide to visiting Vista House along the Columbia River Gorge.
- Is Portland really full of hipsters?
- A seedy history of Portland on a Shanghai Tunnels tour.
Washington travel articles
- What you need to know about visiting the Hoh Rainforest, Hurricane Ridge, Sol Duc Falls, Lake Crescent and Marymere Falls in Olympic National Park.
- How to get the best out of a visit to Snoqualmie Falls in Washington.
Seattle travel articles
- Klondike Gold Rush National Historic Park: Seattle’s best free attraction.
- Guide to the Seattle to Bainbridge Island ferry.
- Booking tips for Chihuly Garden and Glass.
- A practical guide to visiting the Seattle Aquarium.
- How the Seattle weather plays a major part in your experience.
- A practical guide to visiting the Olympic Sculpture Park in Seattle.
- Watch the salmon run at the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks.
- How to get the best view of Seattle from Kerry Park.
- How to see the Fremont Troll in Seattle.
- Plan your visit to the Pacific Science Center.
