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Art Guide Northwest
A guide to over 400 galleries, antiques outlets, and museums west of the
Cascades in Washington. Includes current events and exhibitions, online
samples of artists' work, and maps.
Find a Grave -
Washington
This web page lists famous figures buried in Washington, including Chief
Seattle, and Jimi Hendrix (musician). Includes cemetery location.
National Register of Historic Places
Old
West Gravesites
Steve Grimm's site includes a listing for Washington. It focuses on outlaws,
fur trappers, native Americans and others.
Trains and Railroads
Tourist railroads, rail museums and rail attractions in Washington.
Mount Rainier National Park
Mt. Rainier, the highest of the volcanoes in the
Washington Cascade Mountains and the centerpiece of
Mount Rainier National Park, dominates the skyline around western
Washington. There are numerous waterfalls, old growth forests and
over 300 miles of trails spread across the park, including one that
stitches the circumference of the mountain, more than 92 miles in total.
Mount St Helens National Volcanic Monument
The volcano in the
Cascade Mountains that erupted on May 18, 1980, and continues to
show volcanic activity. There are numerous roads, viewpoints and miles
of trails for you to explore by foot, bike or car.
North Cascades National Park
The North Cascades National Park lies in the northernmost region of the
Cascade Mountains in Washington State, amid wild, forested, nearly
impenetrable mountains remarkable because of their numerous glaciers,
permanent snowfields, and sheer-walled cliffs, spires, and pinnacles.
This park popular with local hikers, backpackers and mountain climbers.
Olympic National Park
Situated at the northwest section of Washington state, Olympic National
Park spans nearly one million acres. With more than 500 miles of trails,
it offers an almost unlimited potential for backcountry activities,
group hikes and nature exploration. Here you will find five diverse
landscape settings ranging from beachfront to the spectacular alpine
scenery of the Olympic Mountains.
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.
Washington State Parks
Only about half of the state parks take campsite
reservations, the rest are on a first come, first served basis. You can make
a reservation up to 11 months in advance, the best time to call being
September through April when the phone lines are mostly clear. (A Washington
State Parks and Recreation Commission web site.)
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Washington Off the Beaten Path, 9th Edition (Off the Beaten Path Series) by Chloe Ernst. This book features the unique things to see and do from quirky cultural tidbits to hidden attractions and unique finds to local dining. Travel off the beaten path for a one of a king experience. Order now...
1000 Places Washington: 1000 Things to Do, See, and Experience in Washington State for the Intrepid Adventurer by April Borbon. Written by a freelance writer born and raised in Washington, this book shows one thousand things to see and do from museums to tourist attractions to food experiences. Learn some history and find new adventures. Order now...
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