The Hummingbird Haven - Host Guidebook
Sightseeing & Activities
Recommendations for the most popular hiking, biking, sightseeing and other activities
One of the top 10 favorite destinations in Olympic National Park. The views are stunning!
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Hurricane Ridge
One of the top 10 favorite destinations in Olympic National Park. The views are stunning!
The refuge is composed of over 772 acres which includes Dungeness Spit, Graveyard Spit, and portions of Dungeness Bay and Harbor. The Refuge is open to the public year-round. Hiking, wildlife viewing, and photography are popular activities on the Refuge. Forested, looping trails through the refuge open up to scenic views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca and Mt. Baker.
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שמורת החי והצמח של דאנגנס
554 Voice of America Rd WThe refuge is composed of over 772 acres which includes Dungeness Spit, Graveyard Spit, and portions of Dungeness Bay and Harbor. The Refuge is open to the public year-round. Hiking, wildlife viewing, and photography are popular activities on the Refuge. Forested, looping trails through the refuge open up to scenic views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca and Mt. Baker.
A picturesque, victorian, waterfront town about 40mins. from Sequim. Explore the historic downtown area. Enjoy a picnic lunch at Chetzemoka Park. Visit Point Wilson Lighthouse or the Marine Science Center. Take a whale watching boat tour around Protection Island. Be sure to stop at Elevated Ice Cream and Pane de Amore Bakery.
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Port Townsend
A picturesque, victorian, waterfront town about 40mins. from Sequim. Explore the historic downtown area. Enjoy a picnic lunch at Chetzemoka Park. Visit Point Wilson Lighthouse or the Marine Science Center. Take a whale watching boat tour around Protection Island. Be sure to stop at Elevated Ice Cream and Pane de Amore Bakery.
One of the most beautiful waterfalls in Olympic National Park. Located just a few miles from Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort and Campground. You view the falls from above as they fall 50 feet into the slot canyon below.
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Sol Duc Falls
One of the most beautiful waterfalls in Olympic National Park. Located just a few miles from Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort and Campground. You view the falls from above as they fall 50 feet into the slot canyon below.
A must-see destination in Olympic National Park. Miles of trails through lush, dense old-growth forests. The rain forest receives over 168 inches of rain per year! The Hall of Mosses trail is one of the most popular hiking trails. It is an easy trail looping about 1 mile from the Hoh Rain Forest Vistor's Center.
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Hoh Rainforest Olympic Nat’l Park
5629-4911 Upper Hoh RdA must-see destination in Olympic National Park. Miles of trails through lush, dense old-growth forests. The rain forest receives over 168 inches of rain per year! The Hall of Mosses trail is one of the most popular hiking trails. It is an easy trail looping about 1 mile from the Hoh Rain Forest Vistor's Center.
Lake Crescent is known for its brilliant blue, deep waters (600'). Popular hiking trails include the Spruce Railroad Trail, Pyramid Mountain trail, and the Barnes Creek trail to Marymere Falls. The Spruce Railroad Trail follows what was once the tracks of a logging railroad along the shores of the lake. Follow this trail on the north side of the lake to an old railroad tunnel as well as "Devils Punch Bowl", a popular swimming and diving area.
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Lake Crescent
Lake Crescent is known for its brilliant blue, deep waters (600'). Popular hiking trails include the Spruce Railroad Trail, Pyramid Mountain trail, and the Barnes Creek trail to Marymere Falls. The Spruce Railroad Trail follows what was once the tracks of a logging railroad along the shores of the lake. Follow this trail on the north side of the lake to an old railroad tunnel as well as "Devils Punch Bowl", a popular swimming and diving area.
Rialto Beach is a public beach located on the Pacific Ocean in Washington state. View offshore islands called "Sea Stacks" and explore the tide pools. Hike to the famous "Hole in the Wall.
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ריאלטו ביץ'
Mora RdRialto Beach is a public beach located on the Pacific Ocean in Washington state. View offshore islands called "Sea Stacks" and explore the tide pools. Hike to the famous "Hole in the Wall.
Spectacular beach where you can roam and explore. See gigantic driftwood and off shore rock formations called "sea stacks." During low tide, explore the tide pools and see starfish, crabs, and other sea life. Be sure to check the tidal charts before heading out!
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רובי ביץ'
Spectacular beach where you can roam and explore. See gigantic driftwood and off shore rock formations called "sea stacks." During low tide, explore the tide pools and see starfish, crabs, and other sea life. Be sure to check the tidal charts before heading out!
A beautiful marina and park with park benches and picnic areas. You can rent kayaks and stand-up paddle boards at the marina. The Dockside Grill Restaurant offers scenic views of the marina.
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John Wayne Marina
2577 W Sequim Bay RdA beautiful marina and park with park benches and picnic areas. You can rent kayaks and stand-up paddle boards at the marina. The Dockside Grill Restaurant offers scenic views of the marina.
Point Wilson Light (built in 1879) is still an active aid to navigation today. Located in Fort Worden State Park near Port Townsend. You can actually stay at the lighthouse. The historic Chief's house is available as a vacation rental. Proceeds from rentals benefit on-going preservation and restoration work.
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Point Wilson Lighthouse
200 Battery Way EPoint Wilson Light (built in 1879) is still an active aid to navigation today. Located in Fort Worden State Park near Port Townsend. You can actually stay at the lighthouse. The historic Chief's house is available as a vacation rental. Proceeds from rentals benefit on-going preservation and restoration work.
A popular destination near Lake Crescent in Olympic National Park. Hike to the falls via a 1.7 mile (out and back), dirt trail through old growth forest. Open year-round.
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Marymere Falls
A popular destination near Lake Crescent in Olympic National Park. Hike to the falls via a 1.7 mile (out and back), dirt trail through old growth forest. Open year-round.
Hike an easy, paved trail ending at the beautiful Madison Falls. Access to the trailhead starts right after you enter through the park.
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Madison Falls Trailhead
1930 Olympic Hot Springs RdHike an easy, paved trail ending at the beautiful Madison Falls. Access to the trailhead starts right after you enter through the park.
Popular destination for hikers with the first 2 miles on boardwalks and trails through the forest opening up to 2+ miles of beach. Tide pools and sea stacks lead to the spectacular "Point of Arches" rock formation. Visitors will need two permits: The Makah Recreation Pass ($10) and an Olympic National Park wilderness permit (available at the Olympic National Park Visitor Center in Port Angeles).
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Shi Shi Beach
Shi Shi Beach RoadPopular destination for hikers with the first 2 miles on boardwalks and trails through the forest opening up to 2+ miles of beach. Tide pools and sea stacks lead to the spectacular "Point of Arches" rock formation. Visitors will need two permits: The Makah Recreation Pass ($10) and an Olympic National Park wilderness permit (available at the Olympic National Park Visitor Center in Port Angeles).
New Dungeness Lighthouse
The historic New Dungeness Lighthouse is a functioning aid to navigation on the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Located on the Dungeness Spit in the Dungeness National Wildlife Refuge near Sequim. The Dungeness Spit is the longest natural sand spit in North America. The lighthouse is at the end of the spit and is a popular hike, but is an 11-mile round trip to reach it. Be sure to check the Tide Tables in advance and only attempt the hike at low tide. High tides require you to climb over driftwood logs and can add several hours to your trip. Be sure to wear suitable shoes and wear sunscreen during the summer. There is a $3 Refuge permit fee for a party of four adults payable at the Kiosk. Children under 16 are free. The Refuge closes at sunset, so be sure you plan accordingly.
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New Dungeness Lighthouse
New Dungeness Lighthouse
The historic New Dungeness Lighthouse is a functioning aid to navigation on the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Located on the Dungeness Spit in the Dungeness National Wildlife Refuge near Sequim. The Dungeness Spit is the longest natural sand spit in North America. The lighthouse is at the end of the spit and is a popular hike, but is an 11-mile round trip to reach it. Be sure to check the Tide Tables in advance and only attempt the hike at low tide. High tides require you to climb over driftwood logs and can add several hours to your trip. Be sure to wear suitable shoes and wear sunscreen during the summer. There is a $3 Refuge permit fee for a party of four adults payable at the Kiosk. Children under 16 are free. The Refuge closes at sunset, so be sure you plan accordingly.
Salt Creek Recreation Area
Open year round, this 196-acre park is located about 15 miles west of Port Angeles. Beautiful views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Popular shore diving spot. Explore the tide pools at low tide. Stroll the beach or view whale spouts from the cliffs. First come, first serve day-use picnic tables with fire pits and benches. Playground area, sand volleyball courts, horse-shoe pits, basketball court and playing field. Short, scenic wooded park trails and public restrooms and coin operated showers. Pets allowed on a leash.
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אזור הנדנות של סולט קריק
3506 Camp Hayden RdSalt Creek Recreation Area
Open year round, this 196-acre park is located about 15 miles west of Port Angeles. Beautiful views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Popular shore diving spot. Explore the tide pools at low tide. Stroll the beach or view whale spouts from the cliffs. First come, first serve day-use picnic tables with fire pits and benches. Playground area, sand volleyball courts, horse-shoe pits, basketball court and playing field. Short, scenic wooded park trails and public restrooms and coin operated showers. Pets allowed on a leash.
Located in the southwestern area of Olympic National Park. This temperate rainforest can average 140 inches of rain each year, so bring your rain gear! Lots of great looping hiking trails with interpretive signage. Try the Quinault Rain Forest Loop Drive around beautiful Lake Quinault. It's a 31 mile loop (about 2 hours without stops) around Lake Quinault, up the Quinault River into the Olympic National Park, and back around the other side. Lots of opportunities to stop along the way to view waterfalls and wildlife, or hike. You may see Roosevelt elk, black-tail deer, cougar, bald eagle, bobcat, black bear and gorgeous views of the Olympic Mountains.
Quinault Rain Forest Ranger Station
902 N Shore RdLocated in the southwestern area of Olympic National Park. This temperate rainforest can average 140 inches of rain each year, so bring your rain gear! Lots of great looping hiking trails with interpretive signage. Try the Quinault Rain Forest Loop Drive around beautiful Lake Quinault. It's a 31 mile loop (about 2 hours without stops) around Lake Quinault, up the Quinault River into the Olympic National Park, and back around the other side. Lots of opportunities to stop along the way to view waterfalls and wildlife, or hike. You may see Roosevelt elk, black-tail deer, cougar, bald eagle, bobcat, black bear and gorgeous views of the Olympic Mountains.
The 32-mile Dungeness River runs through Sequim. Flows to Dungeness Bay in the Strait of Juan de Fuca. from October through February, you’ll have the chance to fish for Coho salmon and steelhead trout.
Dungeness River
The 32-mile Dungeness River runs through Sequim. Flows to Dungeness Bay in the Strait of Juan de Fuca. from October through February, you’ll have the chance to fish for Coho salmon and steelhead trout.
The Strait, is a large body of water between western Washington state and Canada. It connects Puget Sound and the Pacific Ocean and has 217 miles of shoreline.
The Strait serves as a migratory passage for hundreds of marine species, and provides habitat and food for salmon, birds, marine mammals, and forage fish.
Strait of Juan de Fuca
The Strait, is a large body of water between western Washington state and Canada. It connects Puget Sound and the Pacific Ocean and has 217 miles of shoreline.
The Strait serves as a migratory passage for hundreds of marine species, and provides habitat and food for salmon, birds, marine mammals, and forage fish.
The Olympic National Forest is a diverse landscape with temperate rain forests, saltwater beaches, snow capped mountains, waterfalls and large lowland lakes. Numerous hiking trails and recreational areas.
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יער אולימפי הלאומי
The Olympic National Forest is a diverse landscape with temperate rain forests, saltwater beaches, snow capped mountains, waterfalls and large lowland lakes. Numerous hiking trails and recreational areas.
On a clear day offers stunning, 360 degree views at the top. Worth the 9mile drive on dirt/gravel road to reach the top. Road to the top is closed in the winter. Paved portion of road before reaching the last dirt section has scenic pull-off areas.
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Blue Mountain Trail Head
Deer Park RoadOn a clear day offers stunning, 360 degree views at the top. Worth the 9mile drive on dirt/gravel road to reach the top. Road to the top is closed in the winter. Paved portion of road before reaching the last dirt section has scenic pull-off areas.
Railroad Bridge Park, part of the Olympic Discovery Trail, is along a 25-acre stretch of the Dungeness River. An historic railroad bridge converted to a pedestrian bridge. The ODT has paths suitable for walking, jogging, or riding a bike. The path starts at the Dungeness River Audubon Center, where you can learn about native birds, and continues along the river into the woods, where it links with an equestrian trail.
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Dungeness River Audubon Center
1943 W Hendrickson RdRailroad Bridge Park, part of the Olympic Discovery Trail, is along a 25-acre stretch of the Dungeness River. An historic railroad bridge converted to a pedestrian bridge. The ODT has paths suitable for walking, jogging, or riding a bike. The path starts at the Dungeness River Audubon Center, where you can learn about native birds, and continues along the river into the woods, where it links with an equestrian trail.
Take the short ferry ride from Port Angeles to Victoria, BC Canada and spend the day exploring the city and waterfron area. Don't miss the spectacular Butchart Gardens; espeically in the summer when the gardens are in full bloom!
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גני בצ'ארט
800 Benvenuto AveTake the short ferry ride from Port Angeles to Victoria, BC Canada and spend the day exploring the city and waterfron area. Don't miss the spectacular Butchart Gardens; espeically in the summer when the gardens are in full bloom!
Puget Sound Express
Port Angeles - Take a whale watching tour!
Activites
A local favorite. The historic Railroad Bridge leads to The Dungeness River Nature Center. The historic, 730’ wooden trestle railroad bridge was fully restored in 1992 as a pedestrian bridge. This is the perfect place to bike or walk along the ODT that leads to the Bridge overlooking the Dungeness River. The Park and trail are a great place for wildlife viewing and bird-watching. Eagles are frequently seen in the area. There are free Wednesday morning bird walks. Picnic tables, benches and a small, open-air amphitheater are part of the complex. Music events and wildlife lectures are held at the amphitheater.
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Dungeness River Audubon Center
1943 W Hendrickson RdA local favorite. The historic Railroad Bridge leads to The Dungeness River Nature Center. The historic, 730’ wooden trestle railroad bridge was fully restored in 1992 as a pedestrian bridge. This is the perfect place to bike or walk along the ODT that leads to the Bridge overlooking the Dungeness River. The Park and trail are a great place for wildlife viewing and bird-watching. Eagles are frequently seen in the area. There are free Wednesday morning bird walks. Picnic tables, benches and a small, open-air amphitheater are part of the complex. Music events and wildlife lectures are held at the amphitheater.
Golf Course and great Restaurant and Sports Bar. The sports bar (Stymie's) has a great 1/2 price appetizer menu during happy hour; a local favorite.
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Cedars at Dungeness
1965 Woodcock RdGolf Course and great Restaurant and Sports Bar. The sports bar (Stymie's) has a great 1/2 price appetizer menu during happy hour; a local favorite.
Beautiful course with stunning mountain views, abundant wildlife, and old growth trees. The course has multiple sets of tees and is enjoyable for players of all skill levels. Restaurant fireplace and large tv screens.
Sunland Golf Club
109 Hilltop DrBeautiful course with stunning mountain views, abundant wildlife, and old growth trees. The course has multiple sets of tees and is enjoyable for players of all skill levels. Restaurant fireplace and large tv screens.
Sky Ridge Golf Course Center
7015 Old Olympic HwyGolf anyone?
City/town information
Sequim (one syllable; pronounced "skwim", sounds like swim), population 7,500 is nestled at the foot of the Olympic Mountains along the Dungeness River. Sequim is known as the "Lavender Capital of North America" with over 30 lavendar farms! It hosts a world renowned annual Lavender Festival the 3rd week in July. Know as the "Gateway to Olympic National Park."
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Sequim
Sequim (one syllable; pronounced "skwim", sounds like swim), population 7,500 is nestled at the foot of the Olympic Mountains along the Dungeness River. Sequim is known as the "Lavender Capital of North America" with over 30 lavendar farms! It hosts a world renowned annual Lavender Festival the 3rd week in July. Know as the "Gateway to Olympic National Park."
Parks
This 35 acre park is Sequim's largest with paved hiking trails that loop through the park. Enjoy the duck ponds, fish pond and beautiful garden areas. The park has 2 playground areas, pickle ball, soccer fields, skate park and off leash doggie area. There are covered picnic areas and public restrooms. Enjoy free, live music in the open air ampitheater in the summer. The park is headquarters for the annual Lavender Festival.
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Carrie Blake Park
202 N Blake AveThis 35 acre park is Sequim's largest with paved hiking trails that loop through the park. Enjoy the duck ponds, fish pond and beautiful garden areas. The park has 2 playground areas, pickle ball, soccer fields, skate park and off leash doggie area. There are covered picnic areas and public restrooms. Enjoy free, live music in the open air ampitheater in the summer. The park is headquarters for the annual Lavender Festival.
Beautiful, wooded hiking trails. Two parking area entrances. Has looping, dirt hiking paths. Be sure to grab a trail map, so you end your hike at the entrance where you parked (it's easy to end up at the wrong entrance). A paved portion of the Olympic Discovery trail winds around the perimeter. Locals head here when it's windy, as the wooded trails are protected from the wind.
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Robin Hill Farm County Park
141 Dryke RdBeautiful, wooded hiking trails. Two parking area entrances. Has looping, dirt hiking paths. Be sure to grab a trail map, so you end your hike at the entrance where you parked (it's easy to end up at the wrong entrance). A paved portion of the Olympic Discovery trail winds around the perimeter. Locals head here when it's windy, as the wooded trails are protected from the wind.
A historic wooden train trestle bridge (converted to a pedestrian bridge), spans the Dungeness River. Part of the Olympic Discovery trail. It is a flat, paved trail perfect for a hike or bike ride.
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Railroad Bridge Park
1943 West Hendrickson RoadA historic wooden train trestle bridge (converted to a pedestrian bridge), spans the Dungeness River. Part of the Olympic Discovery trail. It is a flat, paved trail perfect for a hike or bike ride.
Cline Spit Community Beach County Park is a 2 acres beach park with a boat ramp providing access to inner Dungeness Bay and 240 feet of public tidelands. Boating, crabbing, windsurfing and kayaking are the main activities here.
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Cline Spit County Park
199 Cline Spit RdCline Spit Community Beach County Park is a 2 acres beach park with a boat ramp providing access to inner Dungeness Bay and 240 feet of public tidelands. Boating, crabbing, windsurfing and kayaking are the main activities here.
A favorite local beach and park. This Park has a saltwater boat launch (18' max), four picnic tables (one wheelchair accessible), public beach access, vault toilet (wheelchair accessible), and a parking area. Walk the beach, kayak or boat. Drive north out of Sequim on Sequim-Dungeness Avenue. Turn right on Port Williams Road (at the roundabout) and this road will take you into the Park.
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Port Williams County Park
2499 Port Williams RdA favorite local beach and park. This Park has a saltwater boat launch (18' max), four picnic tables (one wheelchair accessible), public beach access, vault toilet (wheelchair accessible), and a parking area. Walk the beach, kayak or boat. Drive north out of Sequim on Sequim-Dungeness Avenue. Turn right on Port Williams Road (at the roundabout) and this road will take you into the Park.
Tucked away, but located in the heart of downtown Sequim. This 4-acre, shady park is perfect for a picnic lunch when shopping downtown. Picnic tables and benches are available.
Sequim Pioneer Memorial Park
387 E Washington StTucked away, but located in the heart of downtown Sequim. This 4-acre, shady park is perfect for a picnic lunch when shopping downtown. Picnic tables and benches are available.
Dungeness Recreation Area. Hiking trails that loop through forested areas and open up to great views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca and Mt. Baker.
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Dungeness County Park
554 Voice of America Rd WDungeness Recreation Area. Hiking trails that loop through forested areas and open up to great views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca and Mt. Baker.
Festivals, Markets & Events
Sequim is known as the "Lavender capital of North America" with over 30 lavender farms growing over 110,000 lavender plants each year. Sequim hosts an annual lavender festival the 3rd weekend of July, attended by people from all over the world. The farms are open throughout the summer and many enjoy visiting and picking their own lavender! During Lavender Weekend there is a street fair with live music and vendors at Carrie Blake Park. There is even a bicyle "Tour de Lavender" event you can participate in.
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Sequim Lavender Festival
202 N Blake AveSequim is known as the "Lavender capital of North America" with over 30 lavender farms growing over 110,000 lavender plants each year. Sequim hosts an annual lavender festival the 3rd weekend of July, attended by people from all over the world. The farms are open throughout the summer and many enjoy visiting and picking their own lavender! During Lavender Weekend there is a street fair with live music and vendors at Carrie Blake Park. There is even a bicyle "Tour de Lavender" event you can participate in.
An open air market that offers hand-crafted and home-grown products every Saturday from May through October. Over 40 local vendors, a live Summer music series, food and other events.
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Sequim Farmers & Artisans Market
152 W Cedar StAn open air market that offers hand-crafted and home-grown products every Saturday from May through October. Over 40 local vendors, a live Summer music series, food and other events.
Annual Crab and Seafood Festival in Port Angeles in October. Great food, live music, street vendors and other events at the pier.
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Dungeness Crab & Seafood Festival Office
122 N Lincoln StAnnual Crab and Seafood Festival in Port Angeles in October. Great food, live music, street vendors and other events at the pier.
Fields and fields of every imaginable color of tulips.A must see in April if you have time. Call ahead to verify peak bloom time. Bring your camera, umbrella and mud boots! Take a 30 min ferry from Port Townsend to Coupeville, WA. You MUST make a reservation for the ferry! About one hour drive from Coupeville on SR 20 to the Tulip Fields. Nearby La Connor might be a good place to stay in the area. Very popular so be prepared for crowds; especially on the weekends.
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Skagit Valley Tulip Festival
311 West Kincaid StreetFields and fields of every imaginable color of tulips.A must see in April if you have time. Call ahead to verify peak bloom time. Bring your camera, umbrella and mud boots! Take a 30 min ferry from Port Townsend to Coupeville, WA. You MUST make a reservation for the ferry! About one hour drive from Coupeville on SR 20 to the Tulip Fields. Nearby La Connor might be a good place to stay in the area. Very popular so be prepared for crowds; especially on the weekends.
The local Sequim airport sponsors an annual Fly-in event in August. It features antique plane exhibitions, a classic car-show, hot air balloon rides, helicopter rides, remote control aircraft, aerial demonstrations, aviation crafts, music, food and more.
Olympic Peninsula Air Affaire
468 Dorothy Hunt LnThe local Sequim airport sponsors an annual Fly-in event in August. It features antique plane exhibitions, a classic car-show, hot air balloon rides, helicopter rides, remote control aircraft, aerial demonstrations, aviation crafts, music, food and more.
Great local favorite for organic and locally grown foods. Great deli.
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Sunny Farms Country Store
261461 US-101Great local favorite for organic and locally grown foods. Great deli.
Hiking & Biking
Sequim is situated right in the center of the Olympic Discovery Trail, a 120-mile trail that stretches from Port Townsend to Port Angeles across the Olympic Peninsula. Currently, 40 miles of the trail are paved connecting the path from just east of Sequim to Port Angeles.
It is perfect for walking and bicycling. The trail will take you through beautiful, scenic areas including along the Strait of Juan de Fuca and through the historic Railroad Bridge Park. There are abundant rest stops, picnic areas, and opportunities to stop at local attractions including the Dungeness Wildlife Refuge Area and the Olympic Game Farm.
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Olympic Discovery Trail: Adventure Route Trailhead
Olympic Discovery Trail: Adventure RouteSequim is situated right in the center of the Olympic Discovery Trail, a 120-mile trail that stretches from Port Townsend to Port Angeles across the Olympic Peninsula. Currently, 40 miles of the trail are paved connecting the path from just east of Sequim to Port Angeles.
It is perfect for walking and bicycling. The trail will take you through beautiful, scenic areas including along the Strait of Juan de Fuca and through the historic Railroad Bridge Park. There are abundant rest stops, picnic areas, and opportunities to stop at local attractions including the Dungeness Wildlife Refuge Area and the Olympic Game Farm.
טיפים לגבי העיר
מנהגים ותרבות
State Ban on Single-Use Plastic Bags
State ban on single-use plastic bags
Washingtonians are very environmentally conscious. Plastics are a severe danger to marine life, birds and mammals. The state has banned single-use plastic bags at stores, restaurants and other retail locations. Some retailers will offer recyclable paper bags, but are permitted to charge 8¢ per bag to recover the costs of providing them. Consumers are encouraged to bring their own reusable bags. Thank you for helping to protect our environment and precious wildlife.
מקומות שצריך להזמין בהם מראש
Ferry Reservations Are a Must!
If you would like to take a ferry to Canada (Victoria), the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival in April, or to some of the islands in Washington, BE SURE to make a ferry reservation on the WSDOT website!
התמצאות בסביבה
Avoid Washington Street During Busy Summer Season
Washington Street is the main East/West street in Sequim and can get congested during the busy summer season. Locals avoid it and use Spruce St. to travel East/West instead of Washington St.
אסור לפספס
Wooden Boat Festival in Port Townsend (September).
The largest wooden boat festival in North America. 3-day event with over 300 vessels, live music, vendors exhibits and street fair.
מנהגים ותרבות
"PT" & "PA" (what is that?)
If you hear a local refer to "PT" or "PA" they are referring to Port Townsend or Port Angeles; 2 towns nearby.
אסור לפספס
Sequim Music in the Park - Summer
Live music Tuesdays at 6pm in Carrie Blake Park at the open air bandshell. Bring your own lawn chairs and picnic or food is also available from vendors. Get there early to claim your spot on the grass.
טיפים שיחסכו לכם כסף
Best Price In Town for Gas
The cheapest gas in town can be found at Costco (you must be a member).
אסור לפספס
Sequim Irrigation Festival - May
Sequim Irrigation Festival - May
The Irrigation Festival is Washington state's oldest, longest continuing running festival. Celebrates the work that early pioneer D.R. “Crazy” Callen and partners did to design and develop the irrigation ditches that brought water from the Dungeness River to parched Sequim and the surrounding area. Activities over 2 weekends in May. Includes Family Fun Days, Kids Parade, Arts and Crafts Fair, Historic Walking Tour, Fireworks Show, Fun Run/Walk 5K, food vendors, beer garden and Logging Show (fun to watch). Festival ends with the Grand Parade down Washington Stre