Washington’s Wildest Coast

Anchored by Olympic National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Olympic Peninsula offers a scenic and dramatic escape into Washington State’s rawest landscapes. Here, glacier-carved peaks crash into wild Pacific surf and fantastical rainforests and driftwood shores are tied together by inviting Pacific Northwest towns.

Epic natural wonders

Step inside a UNESCO World Heritage site spanning glaciers, rainforests and untamed Pacific coastline.

Elevated explorations

Surf, hike, kayak and climb across landscapes ranging from sea level to 1,600 meters and beyond.

Pacific Coast charms

Wander waterfront galleries then follow picturesque trails to lavender fields and hidden falls.

Sea-to-Summit Wilderness

Olympic National Park

  • Marvel at the Hall of Mosses, record-breaking tree giants and cascading ancient waterfalls.

  • Trade the shoreline for alpine air, wildflower meadows and sweeping views 1,600 meters above the sea.

  • Roam driftwood-strewn shores, sea stacks and tide pools along the Pacific Ocean coastline.

Salt Air & Small Towns

  • Stroll a historic waterfront dotted with galleries, a marine center and boats bound for orca-watching.

  • Experience excellent beachcombing and tide pooling in this sustainably planned beach town.

  • Each July, this sunny town with 20+ area farms showcases why it’s North America’s Lavender Capital.

Experiences

Trip Ideas & Itineraries

Browse articles featuring the best of Olympic Peninsula from misty rainforests and hidden waterfalls to hospitable harbor towns.

Pacific Ocean Beach on the Olympic Peninsula in Washington