Hiking Sourdough Mountain Trail in the North Cascades is a great way to spend a day and is a bucket list adventure for most. Get ready for the jaw-dropping bright blue hues of Diablo Lake from the top!

The Pacific Northwest is home to several whales, making whale watching one of the best things to do in Seattle during whale watching season. While the orcas are most often seen in Puget Sound, you can also spot other species such as humpback whales, gray whales, and minke whales throughout Seattle’s waterways almost year-round!

Thousands of visitors travel to Leavenworth each winter, and it’s for a good reason. This Bavarian-style village is tucked away in the Cascade Mountains in Washington state and was just ranked as one of the most festive towns in the United States. Leavenworth is a beautiful place to visit all year long, but they really know how to put on a show during the holidays.