Local Attraction
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Attractions:
- Olympic National Park: 1,300 square miles of wilderness in the heart of the Olympic mountains
- Dungeness National Wildlife Refuge: Longest sand jetty in the US, dozens of species of birds
- Hurricane Ridge: Sweeping views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Olympic Mountains
- Lake Crescent: Glacial lake, fishing, boating, Marymere Falls
- Sol Duc Hot Springs: 3 mineral pools
- Tongue Point Tide Pools: Sea stars, anemones
- Boutique Wineries: Daily tastings and tours in summer
- Lavender Farms: Fragrant and beautiful Lavender Farms
- Olympic Game Farm: Free-roaming buffalo and other animals
- Hoh Rain Forest: 120 inches of rain per year, only temperate rain forest in the US, giant trees, mosses, trails (Within 1.5 - 2 hour drive)
- Victoria British Columbia (ferry from Port Angeles): Buchart Gardens, Royal British Museum, Crystal Gardens
- Twilight Saga: A note for Twilight fans: The Olympic Peninsula is the the home of the Twilight Series. Select local points of interest are featured in the novels. Self Guided Tour Maps for Forks, Port Angeles and La Push (First Beach, located on the Quileute Reservation) are available.
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Activities:
- Gallery: A number of fine artists reside in the area. Their work is displayed and sold in local galleries.
- Berry Picking: Pick your own fresh strawberries or raspberries at several local farms.
- Biking: Take in the breathtaking scenery on a leisurely ride.
- Bird Watching: The Dungeness National Wildlife Refuge is home to many sea and land birds. During your visit, you are likely to see eagles, quail and other wild birds throughout the peninsula.
- Boating: Boat launch ramps are located at Sequim Bay State Park, Port Williams, Dungeness Bay Oyster Farm, Cline Spit and the John Wayne Marina. Guided boat tours and charters are also available.
- Crabbing & Clamming: 50,000 pounds of clams are harvested from the tideland between the Dungeness Spit and Sequim Bay annually. Be sure to try the world famous Dungeness Crab while you're here.
- Fishing: Venture out on a salt water charter to fish for salmon, halibut, ling cod and perch, just to name a few. Catch a rainbow trout in the Dungeness River or one of the nearby lakes.
- Golf: Bring your clubs and play a round at one of several 18 hole public golf courses in the area.
- Hiking: Pack you hiking boots to take advantage of the world-class hiking trails in Olympic National Part and throughout the peninsula.
- Hunting: During season, the peninsula offers deer, elk, bear and duck hunting.
- Kayaking: Peaceful waters in the Strait of Juan de Fuca offer excellent kayaking.
- Whale Watching: Catch a charter to get a glimpse of the whales frolicking in the Strait.
- Photography: The spectacular scenery on the peninsula offers a plethora of photographic opportunities for the amateur and the professional.
- Sailing: The prevailing winds in the Dungeness Bay make it a favorite for those looking to catch some wind in their sails.
- Artists: A number of fine artists reside in the area. Their work is displayed and sold in local galleries.
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