Mount Rainier, standing at 14,410 feet, is the not only tallest mountain in Washington, but it’s also the tallest mountain in the entire Pacific Northwest Cascade Range. On a clear day, it can be seen from Seattle and as far away as Olympic National Park, some 140 miles away. So which side of Mount Rainier is better? Which side should you visit? Let me show you both sides so you
Olympic National Park is located on the Olympic Peninsula of the State of Washington. The park has four very distinct ecosystem regions and covers over 922,000 acres. It includes the Pacific coastline, glacier-capped mountains, temperate rain forests, and alpine regions. To locals, its known as the “Valley of 10,000 waterfalls”. Let me show you the best of Olympic National Park.
Mount Rainier, standing at 14,410 feet, is the not only tallest mountain in Washington, but it’s also the tallest mountain in the entire Pacific Northwest Cascade Range. On a clear day, it can be seen from Seattle and as far away as Olympic National Park, some 140 miles away. So which side of Mount Rainier is better? Which side should you visit? Let me show you both sides so you
Glacier National Park, known as the “Crown of the Continent”, is one of my favorite American National Parks. Established in 1910, it was carved from prehistoric ice rivers. It has around 50 glaciers, 200 emerald-blue lakes, waterfalls, lush green forests, and alpine meadows. Its Going-To-The-Sun Road is a photographers dream. This mountainous scenic drive along Going-To-the-Sun Road can’t be missed and should be on everyones bucket list.
Travel Mt. Baker Scenic Byway, a Washington State and a National Forest Scenic Byway stretching over 57 miles. It provides some of the most scenic areas in all of the United States. Reaching 10,781 feet, Mt. Baker’s snow-covered peaks offers spectacular views of Mt. Shuksan and the Cascade Mountain range.
Breckenridge, Colorado is the perfect spot to start your wintery break. It becomes an outdoor paradise. Breckenridge receives almost more snow than any other place in Colorado. With five huge peaks, you will find entertainment for the entire family.
Why travel to Florida in the fall you say? How about for less crowds on the beach, cheaper all around (flights, hotels, etc), hotel and condo availability, less driving traffic congestion, less wait time for attractions and restaurants, cooler weather, and unobstructed beach views.
Follow the Highway 101 down 363 miles of breathtaking and dramatic coastline. Home to many quaint little seaside towns, isolated pristine beaches, rugged cliffs, historic lighthouses, sand dunes, and lots of sea life. It remains relatively unspoiled, even today.
