One of the most iconic vistas in the country. But no biggie!
Plenty of hiking to do in the area or just visit if hiking is not your thing. Interesting for all and kid friendly!
Rainforest, mountain tops, stunning ocean beaches, hot springs, mountain lakes, and massive waterfalls. And lions and tigers and bears, oh my! OK, maybe no tigers.
If you plan on visiting the Hoh, make sure to get an early start, ideally on a weekday. Park entrance lines can get very long.
Kid friendly!
Rent a Kayak and/or paddleboard or two!
Kid friendly!
Kid friendly!
Kid friendly!
This is great for kids that are old enough to comfortably hike a short distance.
You'll take a gondola ride to the highest restaurant in WA. Needless to say, lunch will come served with an awesome view of Rainier and the Cascades to boot. Bryce and I are personal fans of Crystal-the site of the proposal! Summit House does not take reservations and you can expect a full restaurant, especially on weekends. So, if you plan to visit and have lunch-be sure to make it an early start! There are also plenty of picnic tables at the peak, should you opt for the Gondola ride and Rainier view but not care to risk the wait for a table. This is very kid friendly!
If you are considering the San Juans, please take the ferry schedules into very particular consideration. Unless you are visiting Vashon Island from Tacoma (and easy one day trip), this is likely a multi-day trip and the ferry won't wait if you are late. Further, ferry car lines can be quite long. So, if you don't get on the last ferry of the day, you will be stuck. All that said, with a little planning none of these things should be an issue. The San Juans are truly beautiful and 1000% worth the trip! Kid friendly!
OK, this one is pretty obvious. Below are handful of places to check out if you spend a day or two in Seattle. Pike Place Market and the Seattle Waterfront The Gum Wall (yes, you read that right) Space Needle Alki Beach Boeing Tour Experience Music Project Museum of Flight Kerry Park (Awesome skyline views) Ballard Locks, Neighborhood and Discovery Park Fremont Neighborhood Seattle Underground Tour Chihuly Garden and Glass Museum Easy ferry access to Bainbridge and Bremerton or a trip to Victoria B.C. via the Victoria Clipper. Yes, you will need a passport for the latter. Very kid friendly. But watch those little fingers at the Gum Wall!