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Mount Rainier Fall ColorsThings to See and Do in Western Washington

The Cascade Mountains divide Washington into two regions known informally as the Wet Side and the Dry Side. This is your guide to the Wet Side, that amazlingly diverse expanse between the volcanic peaks of the Cascades and the Pacific Ocean. By the standards of western states, Washington is by no means large, and Western Washington is only a small portion of the state. Yet packed into this space are three national parks, a national volcanic monument, surf-washed ocean beaches, quiet inland coves, major league big-city facilities, an array of small towns, and just about anything you could ask for in a vacation.

Northwest Travel Magazine is pleased to present to you travel related information for Western Washington. There is plenty of fun and adventure to be had and definitely something for everyone, from the shopper, adventure seeker to the outdoor enthusiast. Below is a list of our editors choices on where to play, where to shop and visitor services throughout British Columbia, Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana.

Please select a region below to begin your journey:

Washington

Kitsap & Olympic Peninsula - Click Here for a complete Kitsap & Olympic Peninsula Vacation Guide

Visitors Information

Bainbridge Island Chamber of Commerce - 590 Winslow Way E, Bainbridge, WA 98110 - 206-842-3700 - bainbridgechamber.com

Bremerton Area Chamber of Commerce - 301 Pacific Avenue, Bremerton, WA 98337
360-479-3579 - bremertonchamber.org

Kitsap Peninsula Visitor & Convention Bureau - 32220 Rainier Avenue NE, PO Box 270 Port Gamble, WA 98364 - 360-297-8200 - VisitKitsap.com

North Olympic Peninsula Visitors & Convention Bureau - 800-942-4042 - olympicpeninsula.org

Olympic National Park Headquarters - 600 E Park Avenue, Port Angeles, WA 98362
360-565-3130 - nps.gov/olym

Forks Chamber of Commerce - 1411 S Forks Avenue, PO Box 1249, Forks, WA 98331 - 800-443-6757 - forkswa.com

Port Angeles Chamber - 121 E Railroad Avenue, Port Angeles, WA 98362 - 360-452-2363 - portangeles.org

Port Townsend Visitor Information Center - 2437 E Sims Way, Port Townsend, WA 98368 - 888-ENJOYPT - ptguide.com

Sequim–Dungeness Chamber of Commerce - 1192 E Washington, Sequim, WA 98382 - 800-737-8462 - visitsun.com

Quilcene–Brinnon Chamber of Commerce - 360-765-4999 - emeraldtowns.com

Poulsbo Inn & Suites - 800-597-5151 - poulsboinn.com

Port Orchard–South Kitsap Chamber of Commerce - 1014 Bay Street, #8, Port Orchard, WA 98366 - 800-982-8139 - portorchard.com

Southwest Washington - Click here for a complete Southwest Washington Vacation Guide

Where to Play

Mount St. Helens
Mount St. Helen's National Volcano Monument- 360-891-5000 - www.fs.fed.us/gpnf/mshnvm/index.shtml

Ocean Shores
Quinault Beach Resort & Casino
- 1-888-461-2214 - Stay where the Pacific Ocean is right outside you luxurious guestroom. Play exciting casino games such as roulette, craps and poker plus hundreds of slot machines. Taste Northwest seafood and steaks in Emily's ocean view restaurant. Or try sushi in Wasabi's. Relax in the intimate day spa. find them all at Washington's favorite place to stay and play. www.quinaultbeachresort.com

Visitor Services

Longview/Kelso
Cowlitz County Visitor & Community Services - 1900 7th Avenue Longview, WA 98632 360-577-3137 co.cowlitz.wa.us/tourism

Gray's Harbor
Gray's Harbor Tourism - 32 Elma–McCleary Road Elma, WA 98541
800-621-9625 tourismgraysharbor.com

Centralia/Chehalis
Lewis County Convention & Visitors Bureau - 1401 W Mellen Street Centralia, WA 98531 800-525-3323 tourlewiscounty.com

Long Beach
Long Beach Peninsula Visitor's Bureau - Hwy 101 @ Hwy 103, PO Box 562 Seaview, WA 98644 800-451-2542 funbeach.com

Ocean Shores
Ocean Shores Visitor's Information Center - 120 W Chance-A-La-Mer NW PO Box 1447 Ocean Shores, WA 98569 800-762-3224 washingtonscoast.com

Stevenson
Skamania County Visitor Information - 167 NW 2nd Street (Hwy 14)
Stevenson, WA 98648 800-989-9178 skamania.org

Vancouver
Southwest Washington Convention & Visitors Bureau - Howard House, 750 Anderson Street, Vancouver, WA 98661 877-600-0800, 360-750-1553 SouthwestWashington.com

Woodland
Woodland Tourist Information Center - Exit 21 West side of I–5, PO Box 1012, Woodland, WA 98674 360-225-9552 lewisriver.com/woodlandchamber

South Puget Sound - For a complete South Puget Sound Vacation Guide Click here

Visitor Services

Puyallup
East Pierce County Chamber of Commerce - 417 E Pioneer, Puyallup, WA 98372
253-845-6755 - wwww.eastpiercechamber.com

Gig Harbor
Gig Harbor Visitor & Volunteer Informaiton Center - 3125 Judson Street, Gig Harbor, WA 98335 - 888-VIEW-GIG - wwww.gigharborguide.com

Mt Rainier
Mt. Rainier National Park - 360-569-2211, ext. 3314 - wwww.nps.gov/mora

Olympia
Olympia-Thurston Visitor & Convention Bureau - 1600 East Fourth Avenue, Olympia, WA 98506 - 877-704-7500 - www.visitolympia.com

Shelton
Shelton-Mason County Chamber of Commerce
- 80--576-2021 - 221 W Railroad Avenue, Suites 5 & 6, Shelton, WA 98506 - www.sheltonchamber.org

Tacoma
Tacoma Regional Convention & Visitor Bureau
- 800-272-2662 - 1119 Pacific Ave, 5th Floor, Tacoma, WA 98402 - www.traveltacoma.com

Cascade Loop - For a complete Cascade Loop Vacation Guide Click Here

Where to Play

Bellingham
Whatcom Museum of History & Art - 121 Prospect Street, Bellingham WA
The Whatcom Museum provides leadership in the fields of history and art in the Pacific Northwest. Through preservation, collections, exhibitions, and educational programs, the Museum enhances the quality of life for our community. 360-676-6981 www.whatcommuseum.org

Leavenworth
Icicle Ridge Winery & Tasting Room
- 821 Suite B Front Street - info@icicleridgewinery.com - 509-548-6156 - The Wagoner Family warmly invites you to experience the blessings we have been given. We would Love for you to come visit us for one of our events! All concerts and dinners are by advance reservation only. Call the winery for more details. 509-548-7019. Visit our wine tasting room in the Bavarian Village of Leavenworth.

Soltice Spa & Suites - 925 Commercial Street - www.solsticespa.net - 888-548-4SPA - Solstice Spa & Suites captures the tranquil essence of the Cascade Mountains in its wellness treatments, outdoor-inspired suites and naturally elegant boutique. Whether you are an accomplished trekker or an aspiring wanderer, the rejuvenating powers of a Cascade Mountain sojourn await you at Solstice Spa and Suites.

Wenatchee
Chateau Faire Le Pont
- 1 Vineyard Way; 888-874-9463 - fairelepont.com Beautiful 1920s restored brick building houses an elegant, state-of-the-art winery with stunning mountain views. Located in Wenatchee right off Confluence State Park. Outdoor seating, gazebo and 18-foot see-through fireplace provide year-round ambiance. Full tasting room providing 15 ultra-premium wines for you to taste. A bistro provides delightful lunches, cooking classes and custom menus for special events. Hours: Sun-Wed 11a.m.–6 p.m.,Thurs–Sat 11 a.m.–9 p.m. Jazz every Thursday 6-9 p.m.
Highlander Golf Club - 509-884-4653 - highlandergolfclub.com
Saint Laurent Winery - 4147 Hamlin Road - Malaga, WA 98828 - 509-888-WINE (9463) - Our beautiful estate reflects old-world provincial charm and hospitality. Enjoy our classic, approachable wines while you stroll through our gardens and take in the breathtaking view that overlooks the Columbia River. We host a summer concert series, weddings, special family gatherings, private dinners and lunches. We are just minutes from Wenatchee and a world apart. Tasting Room open everyday, 12-5 p.m. Memorial Day to Labor Day; saintlaurent.net
Ohme Gardens - 509-662-5785; ohmegardens.com
Wenatchee Valley Museum - 127 S Mission; 509-664-3340 wenatcheevalleymuseum.com

Visitor Services

Cascade Foothills
Cascade Foothills Farmland Association - PO Box 462, Peshastin, WA 98847 - Request a free driving map featuring fruit stands, wineries, tourist attractions, lodging, dining, recreation & much more!
509-548-6784 - www.visitwashingtonfarms.com, www.visitwashingtonwineries.com

Wenatchee
Cascade Loop Association - PO Box 3245, Wenatchee, WA 98807
Washington State's Premier Scenic Loop Highway - Request a free 2006/2007 Travel Planner.
509-662-3888 - www.cascadeloop.com

Cle Elum
Cle-Elum - Roslyn Chamber of Commerce - 401 W 1st Street, Cle Elum, WA 98922
509-674-5958 - www.cleelumroslyn.org

Edmonds
Greater Edmonds Chamber of Commerce - 120 Fifth Avenue N, Edmonds, WA 98020
425-776-6711 - www.edmondswa.com

Lake Chelan
Lake Chelan Visitor Information Center - 102 E Johnson Avenue, Chelan, WA 98816
I 800-4-CHELAN - www.lakechelan.com

Leavenworth
Leavenworth Chamber of Commerce - 940 Hwy 2, PO Box 327, Leavenworth, WA 98826
Your Bavarian Getaway.  360 degrees of staying, playing, shopping, relaxing, exploring, enjoying, retreating, returning.  We await you with Herzlich Willkommen (Heartfelt Welcome).
509-548-5807 - www.leavenworth.org

Lynden
Lynden Chamber of Commerce - 518 Front Street, Lynden, WA 98264
360-354-5995 - www.lynden.org

Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon Chamber of Commerce - 105 E Kincaid Street, Mount Vernon, WA 98273
360-428-8547 - www.mountvernonchamber.com

Everett
Snohomish County Tourism Bureau - 909 SE Everett Mall Way, C300, Everett, WA 98208
888-338-0976 - www.snohomish.org

Skagit County
Skagit County Tourism - 877-875-2448 - www.skagittourism.com

Wenatchee
Wenatchee Valley Convention & Visitors Bureau - 25 N Wenatchee Avenue, Ste. C 111
Wenatchee, WA 98801 - 800-572-7753 - www.wenatcheevalley.org

Winthrop
Winthrop Chamber of Commerce - 202 Riverside, Winthrop, WA 98862
Hiking, Biking, Fishing, Hunting, Snowmobiling, Rodeos, River Rafting. Museums, Shopping, Cross Country Skiing, Camping, Backpacking, Panning for Gold, Horseback Riding, Hot-Air Balloons, Music Festivals, Western Arts & Crafts, Restaurants, Lodging.
oh yeah ... and the occasional cattle drive.
888-463-8469 - www.winthropwashington.com

Yakima Valley

Where To Play

Yakima
Kana Winery - 509 S Second Street, Yakima - 509-453-6611, kanawinery.com - Kana Winery wines are the result of the careful selection of fruit from the very best vineyards, with emphasis on Rhône varietals along with specially selected wines from single vineyards that express a sense of “place.” Please visit our tasting room located in the Historic Larson Building in downtown Yakima. Tasting is complimentary and we sell wine by the glass and by the bottle as well as wine gift items and gourmet chocolates. Hours: 12 noon until 6:30 p.m. Monday–Saturday and 12 noon until 5 p.m. Sunday. Our wines are award-winning!
Kiona Vineyards And Winery - 44612 N Sunset Road, Benton City
509-588-6716; kionawine.com - Kiona Vineyards pioneered the widely acclaimed Red Mountain growing region. The Williams family cordially invites you to visit our tasting room overlooking the 65 acres of vineyards. We feature a full range of handcrafted, premium varietal wines. Tasting Room hours: noon to 5 p.m. seven days a week.

Prosser
McKinley Springs Winery - 1201 Alderdale Rd, Prosser; - 509-894-4528; mckinleysprings.com - Get away to wine country! Enjoy a glass of wine in our cozy tasting room or on our deck overlooking the countryside. Our family takes great pride in caring for our vineyards. For over 25 years we have developed a reputation for growing high-quality grapes that have produced award-winning wines. Open Thursday–Monday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Visitor Services

Toppenish Chamber of Commerce - PO Box 28, Toppenish 800-863-6375, toppenish.net

Tri-Cities - Click here for Tri-Cities Wineries Vacation Guide

Visitor Services

Pullman
Pullman Chamber
- 415 North Grand Ave. 509-334-3565; 800-EnjoyIt - www.pullmanchamber.com

Tri Cities C&VB - 6951 W Grand Ridge Blvd, Kennewick - 509-735-8486; - www.visittri-cities.com

The Islands - For a complete San Juan Islands Vacation Guide Click Here

Visitor Services

Anacortes
Anacortes Chamber of Commerce - 819 Commercial Avenue, Anacortes, WA 98221
Set sail for Anacortes, Washington - 360-293-3832 - www.anacortes.org

Whidbey Island
Central Whidbey Chamber of Commerce - 107 S Main Street, Coupeville, WA 98239
360-678-5434 - www.centralwhidbeychamber.com
Island County Tourism - 888-747-7777
Langley/South Whidbey Chamber of Commerce - 208-Anthes Street, Langley, WA 98260
360-221-6765 or 888-232-2080 - www.visitlangley.com

Lopez Island
Lopez Island Chamber of Commerce - #6 Old Post Road, PO Box 102, Lopez, WA 98261
877-433-2789 - www.lopezisland.com

Oak Harbor
Oak Harbor Visitor Center - 32630 Hwy 20, Oak Harbor, WA 98277
360-675-3535 - www.whidbeycamanoisland.com

Orcas Island
Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce - 221 A Street, PO Box 252, Eastsound, WA 98245
360-376-2273 - www.orcasisland.com

Friday Harbor
San Juan Islands Chamber of Commerce - 135 Spring Street, PO Box 98, Friday Harbor, WA 98250 - 360-378-5240 - www.sanjuanisland.org
San Juan Islands Visitor Bureau - PO Box 1330, Friday Harbor, WA 98250
888-468-3701, ext. 1 - www.visitsanjuans.com

Metro Seattle - For a complete Metro Seattle Vacation Guide Click Here

Visitor Services

Redmond
City of Redmond
Paint the Town Redmond! Whether you enjoy outdoor activities, shopping, dining out or just relaxing, there really is something for everyone here.
425-556-2900 - www.experienceredmond.com

Seattle
Citywide Concierge Center / Seattle Convetion & Visitor Bureau -
Pike Street between 7th & 8th Avenues, Galleria Level, Seattle, WA 98101
206-461-5888 • www.seeseattle.com
Seattle Southside Visitor Services - 14220 Interurban Avenue S, Tukwila, WA 98168
877-885-9452 • www.seattlesouthside.com

 


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