Seattle Parks and Outdoors Travel Guide
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Parks and Outdoors Destinations Near Seattle
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Puget Sound,WA
(5.5 mi.) -
Olympic National Park,WA
(71 mi.) -
San Juan Islands,WA
(72 mi.) -
Leavenworth,WA
(78 mi.) -
Gulf Islands,BC
(99 mi.)

The Olympic Mountains and Puget Sound, Seattle, Washington (Paul Edmondson/Photodisc)
Seattle Parks and Outdoors Travel Tips
- Within three hours' drive of the Seattle metro area you can be walking near glaciers, on beaches, through old-growth forests, and along ridge lines between knifelike peaks still sporting snow deep into August.
- Saltwater-fishing opportunities exist year-round in Seattle, though during certain times of year salmon must be released, usually around May and June. During those times, fish for lingcod, cabezon, and flounder.
- The REI flagship store in Seattle is home to the Outdoor Recreation Information Center, which is staffed by National Park Service and Forest Service personnel. The store has a wide selection of USGS topo maps and Green Trails maps for sale.
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Attractions
Nob Hill Walking Tour
PGE Park
1844 SW Morrison St.
Portland, Oregon 97210
Distance: 145.2 mi. (from destination center)
Description: Discover Northwest Portland's hidden gems and local hot spots in two hours or less. This 3.3-mile... Read More
1844 SW Morrison St.
Portland, Oregon 97210
Distance: 145.2 mi. (from destination center)
Description: Discover Northwest Portland's hidden gems and local hot spots in two hours or less. This 3.3-mile... Read More
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Pearl District
404 NW 10th Ave.
Portland, Oregon 97209
Distance: 144.9 mi. (from destination center)
Description: Pearl is Portland's famous art district, and though its beginnings were humble, a complete urban... Read More
Portland, Oregon 97209
Distance: 144.9 mi. (from destination center)
Description: Pearl is Portland's famous art district, and though its beginnings were humble, a complete urban... Read More
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Washington State Ferry
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2911 Second Avenue
Seattle, Washington 98121
Distance: 1.3 mi. (from destination center)
2911 Second Avenue
Seattle, Washington 98121
Distance: 1.3 mi. (from destination center)
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Airports
Major Airports near Seattle
| Distance (mi.) | ||
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| Seattle/Tacoma International Airport | 10.9map | |
| Vancouver International Airport | 115.9map | |
| Portland International Airport | 140.5map |
Other Smaller Airports near Seattle
| Distance (mi.) | ||
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| Seattle Boeing Fld International Airport | 5.5map | |
| Mount Vernon Skagit Regional Airport | 56.1map | |
| Port Angeles Fairchild International Airport | 65.3map |
Flight Deals to Seattle
| Originating | From |
|---|---|
| Portland, OR (PDX) to Seattle (SEA) | $168 |
| Bellingham (BLI) to Seattle (SEA) | $170 |
| Los Angeles (LAX) to Seattle (SEA) | $224 |
| Denver (DEN) to Seattle (SEA) | $226 |
| San Diego (SAN) to Seattle (SEA) | $232 |
Seattle Parks and Outdoors Advice
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Agritourism Explained and Explored
Seattle, Washington. Away Travel -
Top Ten North American Train Journeys
For a front-row ticket to North America’s natural beauty, hop a train bounding over majestic mountain peaks, deep lakes, and wide-open prairies. In this case, the best view is from the most outdated seat, and the journey far surpasses the destination. Away Top Ten -
Get Your Cold One Here: Top Ten NFL Football Stadiums
This football season, turn off NFL Sunday Ticket, and venture out to these ten football stadiums, the cream of the crop. If scoring tickets to a game proves too elusive, bring some brews and don your best paraphernalia to tailgate outside with all the die-hard fans. Away Top Ten -
Top Ten Rail-Trails for Fall Foliage
We team up with Rails-to-Trails Conservancy to pinpoint ten perfect rail-trails for experiencing fall's changing colors. Away Top Ten -
Take Me Out to the Ballpark: Top Ten Baseball Stadiums
Be a part of America's favorite summer pastime and catch a game at one of the country's ten best baseball stadiums, or just check out the sights in these great American cities. Away Top Ten -
Seattle
Urban kayaking alongside the Emerald City. Away Travel -
May Culture Travel Guide
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January Cultural Guide
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The Great Northern
Run the northern U.S. border between Seattle, Washington, and Acadia NP, Maine. Gorp Travel -
Backyard Playgrounds
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Seattle: Top Attractions
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Under the Bridge Downtown
Seattle has seen the future of urban mountain biking, and it is good. Away Trip Idea -
Top Ten Off-the-Rails Adventure
Camping on the San Juan Islands, Washington. Gorp Top Ten -
Hiking Tiger and Granite Mountains
Seattle's Quick Cascade Getaways. Gorp Travel -
Fishing As It Really Is
Why I Keep Coming Back to the Gissberg Ponds. Gorp Travel -
Top Ten Wild Whitewater Rafting Trips
Skyomish, Washington. Gorp Top Ten -
Top Ten Parks for High-Summer Wildflowers
The West: Blooms on Tahoma (Mount Rainier National Park, Washington). Gorp Top Ten -
Waterfront Access in the Pacific Northwest
A Place on the Banks. Gorp Travel -
Monkeying Around the Ape Caves
Down the Tubes in the Shadow of Mount St. Helens. Gorp Travel -
Weekend Backpacker: Seattle
Emerald City Overnighters. Gorp Travel -
Under the Stars near Seattle
Weekend Base Camps away from It All. Gorp Travel -
Regional Guide
Basecamps - Southern Cascades. Gorp Travel -
San Juan County
Dogs and The San Juan Islands. Gorp Travel -
Stevens Pass, Washington
The Best Snowboarding in North America. Away Trip Idea -
Under the Stars near Portland
Southern Washington Cascades: Lower Falls. Gorp Travel -
Olympic Peninsula: Singletrack of the Gods
Introduction. Gorp Travel -
Top Ten Train Rides
California Coast, United States. Gorp Top Ten -
Weekend Wheeling: Tempus Puget
Pedaling 'Round the Sound. Gorp Travel -
Splashed by Whales
Part Three: Show Off. Gorp Travel -
A Pedaler's Paradise
Puget Sound's San Juan Islands are Great for Autumn Biking. Gorp Travel -
Paddling the Northwest Passage
Seattle offers waterways for experienced kayakers and novices alike. Gorp Travel -
Water Trails
Paddling Paths of America. Gorp Travel -
Family Weekender: Seattle
Out and About in Wild Washington. Gorp Travel -
Birding Seattle's Skagit
Introduction. Gorp Travel -
Forbidden Peak
Hidden in the Trees. Gorp Travel -
Igloo Mania
The Joys of Igloo Making and Camping. Gorp Practical Advice -
Walk Softly and Carry a Big Pick
Down a Slippery Slope. Gorp Practical Advice -
Olympic Peninsula Loop - Washington Scenic Drives
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The Tops in Touring: Road Cycling's Best Spots
Northwest Cycling Odyssey: Touring the San Juan Islands. Away Trip Idea -
Nordic Lights: The Best in Cross-Country Skiing
Washington: Hut-to-Hut: Backcountry Skiing the Methow Valley. Gorp Travel - + Show more Seattle Parks and Outdoors Advice
Seattle Vacation Rentals
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Bedrooms: 2
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