With Washington being the Evergreen State, it’s only appropriate for it to boast some photo-worthy National Parks and Forests. The Olympic National Park offers sweeping landscapes and ocean views; Mount Rainier offers wildflower meadows in the summertime; and the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest offers fantastic hiking in the Cascades.
National Parks WHERE TO STAY
Three Bears Cabins
Lake Quinault Lodge
Being located less than a minute from the Mount Rainier National Park entrance allows for the benefits of being close to the area while not having to deal with the slopes or traffic. The cabin is roomy and cozy simultaneously, with a loft-style second story and large open air dining room. There is also a spacious kitchen with all the fixings, so plan to bring food for lunch and dinner, but leave the dishes behind. For breakfast they’ve got you covered with pancake/waffle mix, a waffle iron, and maple syrup. The outdoors area is just beautiful and perfect for roasting marshmallows on the outdoor fire and relaxing in the large hot tub.
Located in the Olympic National Park, this Lodge built in 1926 is beautiful to look at, and heavily references the wooded forest surroundings of the park. The walls are lined with original black and white photographs of the construction of the lodge and historical snaps of the local area. It’s a neat feature that involves you more in the history of the people and the lodge itself. There’s even the piano originally saved from the first version of the lodge, which burned down in the twenties. I highly recommend staying in their Fireplace Rooms. A quick walk from the lobby and pool, these rooms offer more privacy than staying in the main lodge and a grand view of the lake.
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