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WASHINGTON'S WILD TRINITY: OLYMPIC, RAINIER AND CASCADES

Moss-draped rainforests alongside glacial giants, alpine meadows bursting with blooms, wild beaches facing endless Pacific. Washington State amazes.

≈ 17
Days
1595
Km
6
Stops
📖 8 min read 🔄 Last updated: 2026-01-17

Begin in Seattle, green and urban, then enter Olympic and its rainforests where moss covers the trunks. Circle Mount Rainier, flowering meadows and ice in the distance, then stop at Leavenworth, an unexpected alpine setting. End in the North Cascades, jagged ridges and dark lakes, for total immersion in the Northwest.

Your day-by-day itinerary

1
Day

Port Angeles

olympic gateway opens rainforest and beach worlds

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Day 1
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Discover

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Route from Seattle to Port Angeles via US-101 highway
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Hurricane Ridge Visitor Center and sunset panorama
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Activities

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Hike to Sunrise Point (easy)
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Hike to Hurricane Hill (moderate)
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Next stop
Distance: 180 km
Travel time: 3h
2
Day

Port Angeles

olympic gateway opens rainforest and beach worlds

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4 photos
Day 2
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Discover

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Sol Duc Falls and forest trail
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Sol Duc Hot Springs
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Lake Crescent and scenic photo stops
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Hike to Marymere Falls
+2 Places visited
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Next stop
Distance: 40 km
Travel time: 45min
3
Day

Port Angeles

olympic gateway opens rainforest and beach worlds

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4 photos
Day 3
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Discover

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Rialto Beach and 'Hole in the Wall' formation
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Hike to Second Beach
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Hoh Rain Forest - Hall of Mosses Trail
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Ruby Beach and its rock formations
+1 Places visited
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Next stop
Distance: 120 km
Travel time: 2h30
4
Day

Ashford

nisqually entrance welcomes rainier pilgrims upward

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4 photos
Day 4
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Discover

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Drive from Port Angeles to Mount Rainier National Park
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Narada Falls and viewpoint
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Paradise Visitor Center
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Activities

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Skyline Loop Trail hike
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Hike to Myrtle Falls
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Next stop
⏱️ Long drive (5h+)
Distance: 300 km
Travel time: 5h
5
Day

Ashford

nisqually entrance welcomes rainier pilgrims upward

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4 photos
Day 5
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Hike to Groves of the Patriarchs
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Hike to Silver Falls
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Next stop
Distance: 30 km
Travel time: 40min
6
Day

Leavenworth

bavarian village charm nestles cascade foothills

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4 photos
Day 6
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Fremont Lookout sunrise hike
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Drive to Leavenworth
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Next stop
Distance: 220 km
Travel time: 3h30
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Day

Leavenworth

bavarian village charm nestles cascade foothills

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4 photos
Day 7
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Discover Leavenworth, Bavarian village
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Wine tasting at WineGirl Wines
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Walk at Lake Wenatchee
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Day

Leavenworth

bavarian village charm nestles cascade foothills

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4 photos
Day 8
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Hike to Colchuck Lake
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Next stop
Distance: 15 km
Travel time: 20min
9
Day

Marblemount

skagit river launches north cascades wilderness access

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Day 9
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Drive to North Cascades National Park
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Blue Lake hike
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Diablo Lake viewpoint
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Next stop
Distance: 220 km
Travel time: 4h
10
Day

Marblemount

skagit river launches north cascades wilderness access

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4 photos
Day 10
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Sahale Arm Trail hike
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Cascade Pass (shorter option)
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Next stop
Distance: 20 km
Travel time: 25min
11
Day

Marblemount

skagit river launches north cascades wilderness access

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4 photos
Day 11
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Maple Pass Loop hike
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Washington Pass Observation Site
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Next stop
Distance: 60 km
Travel time: 1h
12
Day

West Glacier

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6 photos
Day 12
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Drive to Mount Baker
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Chain Lakes Loop hike
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Sunset at Artist Point
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Next stop
Distance: 180 km
Travel time: 3h30
13
Day

West Glacier

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6 photos
Day 13
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Skyline Divide hike
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Next stop
Distance: 10 km
Travel time: 15min
14
Day

Seattle

emerald city coffee culture meets mountain views

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Day 14
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Return trip to Seattle
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Next stop
Distance: 200 km
Travel time: 4h

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What weather should you expect?

Spring (April-May): Perfect weather across most regions (15-25°C) with blooming landscapes, moderate crowds, and excellent conditions for national parks and cities. Ideal for diverse activities nationwide.

Autumn (September-October): Excellent temperatures with spectacular fall foliage, harvest festivals, and comfortable weather. Perfect for outdoor activities, cultural events, fewer crowds than summer.

Summer (June-August): Peak season with warmest weather but highest crowds and prices. Excellent for northern regions, challenging in southwestern deserts, perfect for beaches and national parks.

Winter (December-February): Variable conditions from tropical Florida to snowy Colorado. Perfect for skiing, southern destinations, indoor attractions, lowest prices outside holiday periods.

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We believe you will enjoy this itinerary best by dedicating between 14 and 20 days. The next step will allow you to adjust the duration of your stay.

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