Places To Go in Washington
12-15-2017
"From the Redwood Forest to the Gulf stream waters"—the U.S. offers limitless possibilities for road-trips in your RV. With a number of impressive forests, moderate temperatures, and access to the Pacific Ocean, many people visit the various state and national parks and forests in the state of Washington.
As the home of the mythical "Bigfoot" and an incredible amount of geographical and cultural diversity, the northernmost continental state in the U.S. sees a lot of rain. Because of this, the vegetation is lush with plenty of cedars and pine forests. Plus, with black bears, cougars, moose, wolves, and whales, the wildlife is abundant and varied, as well. If you're going to visit the 42nd state in the U.S., consider these scenic areas. (Keep in mind, a recreational license is required for fishing at Washington state parks.)
Colville National Forest, WA
Just south of the Canadian border, this vast forest surrounds the Okanagan Highlands, the Kettle Mountain Range, the historic city of Republic, the Stonerose Interpretive Center and Eocene Fossil Site, and the 123-acre Curlew State Park. Named for the Curlew Lake within, there're more than enough freshwater activities for most visitors. These include fishing for bass, Muskie, and trout, boating, hiking and biking, swimming, and water skiing.
This is perfect for RV camping, as there are 25 hookup sites, as well as 57 tent spaces and a dump station. It has four showers—two with restrooms—and 10 picnic tables, two boat ramps, and an amphitheater.
Lewis & Clark Trail State Park
Lewis & Clark Trail State Park offers an all-inclusive experience. For example, visitors of this 37-acre park can learn about Lewis and Clark, as well as early homesteading from the historical displays provided while they enjoy activities along the 1,333-feet of shoreline on the freshwater Touchet River. In addition to the fantastic nature trails, there's badminton, baseball, freshwater fishing, swimming and tubing, as well as hiking.
Camping is allowed from spring to fall. The park has 24 RV-friendly, rustic sites and a few Teepee sites. There are also several shelters that have a sink and plenty of electrical outlets so you could use crockpots, electrical grills, and hotplates.
Mount Rainier State Park
The main attraction at Mount Rainier State Park is the 14,411-foot glacier-clad volcano. Along with the visitor center and amphitheater, there are several trails that lead to the Silver Falls waterfall. Activities in the park include hiking, rock climbing, and basic sightseeing.
On the park’s southeast side is the Ohanapecosh Campground providing 188 rustic sites for RVs and tents. Although it has drinking water, flush toilets, and a dump station, there's no electricity. Be careful with food because bears and raccoons, etc. may try to get into improperly stored food.
Olympic National Park, WA
The 1406-square-mile Olympic National Park, also referred to as the Olympic Wilderness, is located outside of the northern Cascade mountain range in the northwestern part of Washington state. With alpine forests, dry forests and rainforests, and the Pacific coastline, it also has Mount Olympus with the most glaciation of any non-volcanic peak within the continental U.S. It also features the Ozette Lake, Ozette Loop, Quileute River, along with a wide variety of wildlife including black bear, cougar, and elk.
With a total of 16 RV-friendly campgrounds, you can pick from ocean-front to forested areas when choosing your destination. Most of them are open year-round, but many are restricted to smaller rigs. South Beach Campground, Kalaloch Campground, and Mora accommodate RVs up to 35-feet.
In Conclusion
For those who truly believe that "getting there is half the fun," there are a range of Scenic Byways throughout the state. For example, the International Selkirk Loop takes you past the crystal-clear waterfalls and snowcapped mountains of Washington and Idaho, where the 119-mile White Pass National Scenic Byway passes the Lewis and Clark State Park, as well as Mount Rainier and Mount St. Helens. Whether you drive to a specific destination or the drive is the "destination," the Washington scenery is bound to be breathtaking.
As the home of the mythical "Bigfoot" and an incredible amount of geographical and cultural diversity, the northernmost continental state in the U.S. sees a lot of rain. Because of this, the vegetation is lush with plenty of cedars and pine forests. Plus, with black bears, cougars, moose, wolves, and whales, the wildlife is abundant and varied, as well. If you're going to visit the 42nd state in the U.S., consider these scenic areas. (Keep in mind, a recreational license is required for fishing at Washington state parks.)
Colville National Forest, WA
Just south of the Canadian border, this vast forest surrounds the Okanagan Highlands, the Kettle Mountain Range, the historic city of Republic, the Stonerose Interpretive Center and Eocene Fossil Site, and the 123-acre Curlew State Park. Named for the Curlew Lake within, there're more than enough freshwater activities for most visitors. These include fishing for bass, Muskie, and trout, boating, hiking and biking, swimming, and water skiing.
This is perfect for RV camping, as there are 25 hookup sites, as well as 57 tent spaces and a dump station. It has four showers—two with restrooms—and 10 picnic tables, two boat ramps, and an amphitheater.
Lewis & Clark Trail State Park
Lewis & Clark Trail State Park offers an all-inclusive experience. For example, visitors of this 37-acre park can learn about Lewis and Clark, as well as early homesteading from the historical displays provided while they enjoy activities along the 1,333-feet of shoreline on the freshwater Touchet River. In addition to the fantastic nature trails, there's badminton, baseball, freshwater fishing, swimming and tubing, as well as hiking.
Camping is allowed from spring to fall. The park has 24 RV-friendly, rustic sites and a few Teepee sites. There are also several shelters that have a sink and plenty of electrical outlets so you could use crockpots, electrical grills, and hotplates.
Mount Rainier State Park
The main attraction at Mount Rainier State Park is the 14,411-foot glacier-clad volcano. Along with the visitor center and amphitheater, there are several trails that lead to the Silver Falls waterfall. Activities in the park include hiking, rock climbing, and basic sightseeing.
On the park’s southeast side is the Ohanapecosh Campground providing 188 rustic sites for RVs and tents. Although it has drinking water, flush toilets, and a dump station, there's no electricity. Be careful with food because bears and raccoons, etc. may try to get into improperly stored food.
Olympic National Park, WA
The 1406-square-mile Olympic National Park, also referred to as the Olympic Wilderness, is located outside of the northern Cascade mountain range in the northwestern part of Washington state. With alpine forests, dry forests and rainforests, and the Pacific coastline, it also has Mount Olympus with the most glaciation of any non-volcanic peak within the continental U.S. It also features the Ozette Lake, Ozette Loop, Quileute River, along with a wide variety of wildlife including black bear, cougar, and elk.
With a total of 16 RV-friendly campgrounds, you can pick from ocean-front to forested areas when choosing your destination. Most of them are open year-round, but many are restricted to smaller rigs. South Beach Campground, Kalaloch Campground, and Mora accommodate RVs up to 35-feet.
In Conclusion
For those who truly believe that "getting there is half the fun," there are a range of Scenic Byways throughout the state. For example, the International Selkirk Loop takes you past the crystal-clear waterfalls and snowcapped mountains of Washington and Idaho, where the 119-mile White Pass National Scenic Byway passes the Lewis and Clark State Park, as well as Mount Rainier and Mount St. Helens. Whether you drive to a specific destination or the drive is the "destination," the Washington scenery is bound to be breathtaking.
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