Washington State is a place where the great outdoors is a way of life. With such icons as Mount Rainier, Pike Place Market, the Cascade Mountains, Lewis & Clark trail, plus breweries, wineries, a thriving arts scene, major ski areas, java that jolts you to life, and an agricultural base to satisfy any palate, it's no wonder Washington state draws visitors again and again.

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Cape Disappointment State Park (formerly Fort Canby State Park) is a 1,882-acre camping park on the Long Beach Peninsula, fronted by the Pacific Ocean. The park offers 27 miles of ocean beach, an interpretive center, hiking trails and breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, Columbia River, North Head Lighthouse and Cape Disappointment Lighthouse. Visitors enjoy beachcombing and exploring the area's rich natural and cultural history. The nearby coastal towns of Ilwaco and Long Beach feature special events and festivals spring through fall. More about the Cape Disappointment

Everett is home to one of The Boeing Company´s major aircraft manufacturing locations. Recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records as largest building in the world, the Boeing Aircraft Plant houses the production of the 747, 767, 777 and the new 787. During the offered tours visitor get to enter the hangar to witness how the leader of aerospace technology manufactures and tailors aircrafts for countries all around the world. On the flight line, visitors will see airplanes in various stages of flight tests. More about the Boeing Aircraft Plant

Mount Si is located in North Bend, Washington (USA). Said to be the most-climbed peak in the United States, and the second most-hiked trail in Washington, Mount Si offers a great conditioning hike to the summit and spectacular vistas of Puget Sound and Olympic Mountains. The climb is 4,167 feet (1,270 meters) and 4 miles from the parking lot to the summit plateau –so it´s definitely a day trip. The route meanders through several different ecosystems as temperatures and average rainfall vary with elevation. More about Mount Si

The Palouse Scenic Byway, located in the heart of the Palouse region in southeastern Washington, combines 208 miles of rolling hills and farmland with rich history, small town charm, spectacular scenic vistas and outstanding recreational opportunities. The region also enjoys four distinct seasons, a mild climate, a variety of eating and shopping establishments and the amenities of a major university. While visiting the Palouse Scenic Byway, take a leisurely drive along the gentle curving highways of our expansive farmlands or stop at any number of recreational sites for hiking, biking, fishing, or camping. More about the Palouse Scenic Byway

In recent years, Washington's wine industry has become the fastest-growing agricultural sector in the state. The number of wineries has increased 400% in the last decade, attracting two million annual visitors to Washington wine country. Located on approximately the same latitude (46ºN) as some of the great French wine regions of Bordeaux and Burgundy, Washington State wine country includes nine federally recognized American Viticultural Areas (AVAs), commonly known as appellations; three of them share territory with Oregon State. More about Washington's Wineries

Migrating gray whales breach and spy hop en route to their summer feeding grounds in Alaska. Meanwhile, resident orcas perform year-round in the San Juan Islands. Grays and orcas can be seen from shore or aboard popular whale- watching charters. With ever-changing cycles of nature, each tour is unique. You will discover the excitement of meeting whales, eagles and more in their natural habitat. An unpredictable wilderness, full of surprises, is waiting just for you. You will never forget it! More about Whale Watching

Adjacent to the Family Fishing Pond, stands the Playground of Dreams, a unique 12,000 square foot playground, built in September 1999, in just 5 days, by over 2,000 volunteers. This playground was built on a scale that far surpasses any other recreational playground in the area. What makes the Playground of Dreams unique is the incorporation of features representing local landmarks and attractions such as the Columbia River, the Blue Bridge, the Cable Bridge and other local attractions. More about the Playground of Dreams in Kennewick

Visitors and residents alike enjoy this sleepy town nestled between the foothills of the Blue Mountains and the bluffs of the Snake River. From shopping to snowboarding to a walking tour of the National Historic building, there´s something to please any request. Strolling past stores with names like Bear Paw Trading Company and Dingles at Dayton, the small town ambience is palpable. Driving through Dayton you´ll find homes of every style including Victorian, American Foursquare, and many other Midwestern influenced structures. More about the Dayton Historic District

All three temperate rain forests located in the contiguous United States are on the western edge of the Olympic Peninsula. The Quinault Rain Forest offers the unique quality of visitor accommodations “IN” the rain forest and a 30 mile loop road penetrating deep into Olympic National Park and Olympic National Forest. Everywhere the forest is alive. Waterfalls are abundant as the high mountains that surround Lake Quinault drain their 140+ inches of annual rainfall down slope. This area of Olympic National Park provides access to backcountry trailheads which lead to famous backpacking destinations like Enchanted Valley, once called the Valley of a Thousand Waterfalls, and Low Divide. More about the Rain Forest Safari Tours