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Post by travelbug on Jan 28, 2017 18:04:11 GMT -8
We'll be making our first trip to Washington in early August; so, I'm looking for some ideas for our family of four. The kids will be just short of 15 years old (twins).
Likely flying into Seattle mid-week and staying until middle of following week. Would like to settle into two places for about 4 days each instead of moving around each day. Looking for places that would have several interesting options to explore over those several days.
We are capable of doing day hikes of up to 5-10 miles, preferring loops. We do like high mountain vistas & lakes; although not entirely comfortable with exposure.
My first round of research seems to be steering us toward the Northern Cascades lakes area, Olympic National Park for the rainforest and beaches, or possibly kayaking in the San Juans.
Any favorites or suggestions?
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Post by Deleted on Jan 29, 2017 8:47:35 GMT -8
La Push, hike North portion of the Wild Coast and the South portion of the Wild Coast. Stay at the Rearview RV park, also tent camping, or across the street at the cabins. The cabins will require reservations, not sure of the name or contact info at the moment.
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Post by speacock on May 24, 2017 8:15:47 GMT -8
Late August is good for Rainier NP. You would have to reserve a camp spot that you can hold down for 4 days. Day trips I'd suggest. From Longmire follow Wonderland Trail clockwise to Indian Henrys Hunting Ground - patrol cabin in meadow. From Sunrise follow Wonderland Trail counter clockwise From White River up Panhandle Creek to Summer Land - following Wonderland Trail clockwise From Box Canyon take Nickle Creek (Wonderland Trail counter clockwise) up to huckleberries along the trail. From Mowich Lake to Spray Park From Carbon River up along side of Carbon Glacier - Wonderland Crest Trail. Carbon Glacier area mapper.acme.com/?ll=46.92518,-121.76817&z=14&t=T (you need to highlight, copy, paste). Dragging and double clicking on the map lets you navigate.
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Post by stealthytomato on Jun 2, 2017 6:36:51 GMT -8
I love the North Cascades and the Baker Lake area. It is easy to access and is a great base camp for day hikes and playing on the lake. The downside is that it allows motor boats on the lake (lots of fishing) which can often ruin any sense of seclusion. THere are so many campgrounds up there that you are almost guaranteed space. Many hikes nearby. The Ross/Diablo Lakes area is also great. Campgrounds are a little more spread out but so many wonderful hikes up there! Paddling there is also great. Kayaking the San Juans (my neighborhood!) is awesome but can be quite expensive depending on how long you want to go (and if you take a guided trip). If you want specifics about the San Juans or any of the areas up Hwy 20 I can help as those are my stomping grounds. If you havent already found it, this website is indispensable!
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