16 Most Beautiful Places to Visit in Washington

 

Washington State, nicknamed ‘The Evergreen State‘, is located in the Pacific Northwest region of the US and offers lots to visitors. Be it nature, city trips, culture or art, this state surely has some awesome things to discover. Be amazed by these beautiful places to visit in the state of Washington!

Granite Mountain

Granite Mountain, WashingtonSource: Roman Khomlyak / shutterstock
Granite Mountain

Granite Mountain offers outstanding views from its peak that include Crystal Lake, Kaleetan Peak and Mount Rainer. Climbing to the top of Granite Mountain is a steep climb, for every mile you go you gain nearly 1,000 feet in elevation. The best time to enjoy the staggering sights is during the week as sometimes weekends can get a little busy at the summit.

Diablo Lake

Diablo Lake, WashingtonSource: Checubus / shutterstock
Diablo Lake, Washington

In the North Cascade mountains is a reservoir created by Diablo Dam, it is called Diablo Lake. There is a good selection of fish kept in the lake and you can expect to see many canoeists and kayakers out on the water. The water in the lake has a turquoise hue that is caused by the surrounding glaciers that send a fine powder into the lakes.

Ferry from Seattle to Bremerton

Ferry from Seattle to BremertonSource: The Old Major / shutterstock
Ferry From Seattle To Bremerton

If you get a chance to take the ferry from Seattle to Bremerton it is highly recommended that you take it. The ferry has been running this route since 1951 and it takes about one hour to complete the journey. The scenery is mesmerising especially when you look up and see Mount Rainer.

Jade Lake

Lake Kachess - WashingtonSource: Jaskirat Khosa / shutterstock
Lake Kachess – Washington

Jade Lake is roughly an 11 mile trek from the start of the trail but it is a hike that is well worth taking. The lake is a beautiful sight and one that any keen hiker should have on his or her bucket list. The lake gets its unique colour from the surrounding glacial silt.

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