Moon Washington State: National Parks, Local Food & Wine, Year-Round Recreation

by Marissa Pedersen, Moon Travel Guides

Overview

Stunning coastline, seaside towns, and a breathtaking array of natural wonders: Experience the best of the Evergreen State with Moon Washington State. Inside you'll find:

• Flexible itineraries, whether you're visiting the Olympic Peninsula, checking out the national parks, or road-tripping the whole state
• Can't-miss experiences and unique activities: Watch the fishmongers at Pike Place Market, enjoy panoramic views from the iconic Space Needle, or visit the charming towns of the San Juan Islands. Sample world-class wines in the Columbia Valley, savor fresh seafood, and soak up the atmosphere in a cozy coffee shop
• Outdoor adventures: Hike through wildflower meadows in Mt. Rainier National Park, stroll through the lush Hoh Rainforest, and go sea kayaking in Friday Harbor. Take a whale watching trip, marvel at the varied landscapes of the North Cascades Scenic Byway, or bike along the Spokane River
• Expert insight from Washington local Marissa Pedersen on when to go, where to stay, and how to get around
• Full-color photos and detailed maps throughout
• Thorough background information on the culture, landscape, climate, and wildlife, plus handy recommendations for international visitors, families with kids, travelers of color, women travelers, and more
• Focused coverage of Seattle, the Olympic Peninsula, the San Juan Islands and North Puget Sound, the North Cascades, Mount Rainier and the South Cascades, Columbia River Gorge and Wine Country, and Eastern Washington

With Moon's expert tips and local know-how, you can experience the best of Washington.

Sticking to one spot? Try Moon Olympic Peninsula or Moon San Juan Islands.  Looking for outdoor adventure? Check out Moon Pacific Northwest Hiking.

About Moon Travel Guides: Moon was founded in 1973 to empower independent, active, and conscious travel. We prioritize local businesses, outdoor recreation, and traveling strategically and sustainably. Moon Travel Guides are written by local, expert authors with great stories to tell—and they can't wait to share their favorite places with you. 

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Product Details

ISBN-13:	9798886470871
Publisher:	Avalon Publishing
Publication date:	04/01/2025
Series:	Moon U.S. Travel Guide
Sold by:	Hachette Digital, Inc.
Format:	eBook

About the Author

Marissa Pedersen is a Seattle-based travel writer who enjoys writing about local getaways, national parks, and road trips for her two travel websites, Postcards to Seattle and Road Trip Wanderers. When she's not traveling around the Pacific Northwest, you'll find her at the beer gardens at Seattle breweries, finding her new favorite hike around Washington, and planning her next adventure.