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Washington Regions
San Juan Islands
Olympic Peninsula
Seattle
Southwest
Northwest
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Cascade Mountains
South Central
Northeast
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Pacific Northwest
British Columbia
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Washington
STATE FACTS
Nickname
Evergreen State
Name
Only US state to be named after a president. George Washington, the first
president of the US.
Capital
Olympia
Population
5,532,939
(1996 estimate)
Largest Cities
Seattle, Tacoma, Spokane
Bird
Willow Goldfinch
Fish
Steelhead Trout
Flower
Coast (Pink) Rhododendron
Tree
Western Hemlock
Land Area
71,302 square miles
176,477 square km
(18th largest US state)
Highest Point
Mt. Rainier, 14,410 feet
Lowest Point
Pacific Coast
Motto
Alki
Indian word for
"Bye and bye"
Admitted to Union
November 11, 1889
(as 42nd US state)
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ATTRACTIONS
Art Galleries
Art Guide
Northwest
A guide to over 400 galleries, antiques outlets, and musems west of the Cascades in
Washington. Includes current events and exhibitions, online samples of artists' work, and
maps.
Historic Sites
Find
a Grave - Washington
This web page lists famous figures buried in Washington, including Chief Seattle, and Jimi
Hendrix (musician). Includes cemetery location.
Old West Gravesites
Steve Grimm's site includes a listing for Washington. It focuses on outlaws, fur
trappers, native Americans and others.
Museums and Exhibits
Trains and Railroads
Tourist railroads, rail museums and rail attractions in Washington.
Natural Wonders
Hell's Canyon
Hells Canyon is the deepest canyon (7,900 feet) in North America. White water rafters, jet
boaters, campers, fishermen, hikers and hunters all enjoy this protected recreation area.
Some portions are designated Wilderness, but much is open to motor vehicles. Strategically
located overlooks provide breathtaking views. Contact: Hells Canyon National Recreation
Area, 2535 Riverside, Clarkston, WA 99403; 208/758-0616.
State
Parks
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