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Outdoors & Recreation in Western Washington

Information on outdoor and recreational activities in Western Washington, including parks, fishing, skiing, hiking, and recreational clubs.
Alderbrook Resort & Spa
Alderbrook Resort & Spa. Alderbrook Resort is located on the scenic shores of Hood Canal less than two hours from Seattle. The newly renovated resort is a world away from the everyday, and offers luxurious accommodations, state-of-the-art conference and event facilities, and a full service spa.
TomatoFare at SageCliffe
The Center for American Food & Wine at SageCliffe (next door to the Gorge Amphitheatre) will host 2007 TomatoFare, a harvest party that celebrates the varied flavors of the heirloom tomato. Over 25 chefs, farmers and others devoted to the preservation and renaissance of these flavorful tomatoes have been growing a selection of "at risk" varieties and will come together at SageCliffe to share recipes and tastings.
Woodmark Hotel
Woodmark Hotel, Yacht Club, and Spa. The Woodmark Hotel is the only hotel on the picturesque shores of Lake Washington at Carillon Point, and one of the finest hotels in the Seattle area. The lakeside location also offers easy access to the high-tech corridor of Redmond, Bellevue, and Bothell. The Woodmark Hotel is frequently the site of executive and business meetings for Eastside companies as well as hundreds of weddings, especially from April through October.
Cave B Inn Review
The Cave B Inn, Washington’s first luxury wine resort, is the second step in the development of SageCliffe – a remarkable retreat for artists, scientists, oenophiles, and travelers. Dr. Vince Bryan and his wife Carol began growing wine on the now 130-acre vineyard back in 1980 resulting in the Cave B Estate Winery, and opened the Cave B Inn on the property in 2005.
Olympic Sculpture Park
Olympic Sculpture Park. Seattle Art Museum Olympic Sculpture Park - Downtown Seattle's newest green space for art and people.
Olympic Sculpture Park Photo Gallery
Olympic Sculpture Park. Image Gallery from Olympic Sculpture Park.
Hotel 1000 Review
Hotel 1000 Seattle. Hotel 1000, a premier luxury destination for business or leisure in downtown Seattle, is convenient to everything in Seattle. Hotel 1000 provides a distinctive luxury resort in downtown complete with a Golf Club and Spaahh.
Willows Lodge Review
Willows Lodge sits along the Sammamish River in the heart of Woodinville Wine Country, less than 30 minutes from downtown Seattle. Willows Lodge is a perfect spot for a romantic getaway, culinary adventure, corporate retreat, or a weekend of wine tasting. Each room at Willows Lodge features a stone fireplace and an extra large soaking tub with a separate walk-in shower.
Salish Lodge and Spa Review
Salish Lodge and Spa, Seattle’s top luxury resort and spa, sits perched atop Snoqualmie Falls just 30 minutes east of Seattle. Couples looking for a romantic getaway will not find a more luxurious, romantic, or convenient place than Salish Lodge. The world-class facility provides perfectly pleasant service, while creating a world of luxury that feels a million miles away from reality with bedside wood-burning fireplaces and two-person spa tubs in every room.
YMCA of Greater Seattle (King County) and Tacoma-Pierce County
The YMCA of Greater Seattle (King County) and YMCA of Tacoma-Pierce County offer much more than a regular gym membership. The YMCA is truly a community with facilities and activities for the entire family. The Downtown Seattle and Downtown Bellevue YMCA Branches offer competitive pricing for individuals looking to workout at a downtown gym.
YMCA Locations in Greater Seattle (King County) and Tacoma-Pierce County
YMCA Locations in King County and Pierce County - Seattle, Tacoma, Eastside, and more.
Seattle Area Pure Fitness Locations in Puget Sound - Westlake, Renton, Lynwood
Pure Fitness has locations in Westlake, Renton, Lynwood, North Tacoma, South Tacoma, and coming soon to Tukwila. The former Pure Fitness location in downtown is now Explore Fitness. Check out the following rundown of the amenities and location details (address and phone number) of each location.
Pure Fitness in Washington
Pure Fitness is the best overall gym or fitness club in the Seattle area (Westlake, Renton, Lynwood, Tacoma, Tukwila) for most people looking to get into shape. It offers an inexpensive membership that includes unlimited group fitness, an initial personal training session, monthly evaluations, and fitness seminars every weekend.
Boeing Greater Seattle Classic
The Boeing Greater Seattle Classic is being held at the TPC at Snoqualmie Ridge. The golf course was designed by golf legend Jack Nicklaus. The Boeing Greater Seattle Classic is the newest addition to the west-coast-swing portion of the PGA Champions Tour.
How to Choose a Fishing Charter
The hub of fishing charters in Western Washington is located at Westport, which is about 130 miles and a three-hour drive from Seattle. You should book a spot with one of the 30 or so companies before you go. It will cost somewhere around $100 per person to fish for the day. Follow these tips to be prepared for your trip and to find the best charter for you.
Images of Mount Rainier
An image gallery of Washington State's greatest asset of natural beauty, Mount Rainier. These images are taken from Mount Rainier National Park. The mountain can be seen on clear days from anywhere in Western Washington and as far south as Oregon. The view is impressive from anywhere, but it is awe-inspiring from close up.
Walking Tour of the Rose Gardens at Point Defiance Park
Take this self-guided walking tour of the Rose Gardens at Point Defiance Park. The area is home to more than an acre of gardens filled with roses, fuchsias, dahlias and more. Picturesque gazebos, wells, and walkways sit alongside the beautiful flowers.
Images of Point Defiance - Rose and Flower Gardens
The area of Point Defiance Park shown in this image gallery is home to more than an acre of rose gardens and other flower gardens filled with fuchsias, dahlias and more. Picturesque gazebos, wells, and walkways sit alongside the beautiful flowers.
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
The Department of Fish and Wildlife provides stewardship of Washington's fish and wildlife. They manage fish and wildlife species maximizing fishing, hunting and non-consumptive recreational opportunities while maintaining healthy, diverse fish and wildlife populations.
Washington Trails Association
Washington Trails Association (WTA) protects hiking trails and wild lands for hikers. They enlist thousands of volunteers to maintain trails and promote hiking as a healthy, fun way to explore Washington.
Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission
Information on Washington's 120 parks from Puget Sound to the Columbia River Gorge. The site includes a reservation service that allows you to reserve a campsite, yurt or cabin in more than 44 Washington State Parks and 4 Tacoma Power Parks.
Mount Rainier National Park
The official National Park Service (NPS) web site for Mount Rainier National Park with information on planning a visit including recreation and activities. The park encompasses 235,625 acres and gets over 1 million visitors annually.

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