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Discover insider tips, hidden gems, and seasonal inspiration to help you make the most of your Port Angeles getaway.
Winter Adventures from Snow to Sand
In chilly winter months, Port Angeles provides an escape to explore enchanted beaches, snowy peaks and a charming downtown. The Olympic Mountain Range keeps much of the wintry rain to the west, so you can have a full day of adventures.
How to Make the Most of Your CrabFest Weekend in Port Angeles, Washington
Seafood is a way of life on Washington’s Olympic Peninsula. Celebrate this maritime magic with a weekend of food, music, art, and Olympic National Park sights at the annual Dungeness Crab Festival in downtown Port Angeles, Washington. Crabfest happens every October in downtown Port Angeles and is one of the best seafood festivals in the United States!
8 Reasons to Visit Port Angeles, Washington this Fall
Every Fall, Port Angeles, Washington hosts a ton of events! from Crab and Mushroom Festivals to family-friendly Fall Festivals, Fitness Events and Fun Runs, you'll find plenty of things to do in the Fall here.
Road Trip to the Olympic National Park for the Epic Workcation
Pack up the rig with a weeks' worth of clothing (maybe even 2 or 3 weeks), your outdoor gear, and the laptop then head to the Olympic National Park for the opportunity to work remotely from one of the coolest outdoorsy spots in the Pacific Northwest. Port Angeles, Washington is the epicenter for miles of mountain-top trails in Olympic National Park and the Olympic Peninsula for any time treks to mountain peaks, lovely lakes, ancient rainforest, and wild ocean seashores.
Port Angeles Art Mural Trail
Hunt and seek for art! Discover a collection of vivid hand-painted outdoor art murals that tell a small town’s rich story. Follow a mural trail in Port Angeles, Washington on foot or by bike! Over a dozen outdoor art murals dot the downtown Port Angeles area and tell a tale of the town’s rich maritime history and Native American culture. This self-guided art mural tour will take you to both hidden and not-so-hidden works of art.
Native Culture and Attractions in Port Angeles
The entire Olympic Peninsula is rich in Native American history and culture. The City of Port Angeles celebrates its Native American heritage and local tribes with parks, cultural centers, museums, art exhibits, and year-round events. Even the street signs, and now a park, are in both the English and the Klallam language. We invite you to visit Port Angeles during National Native American Heritage Month or any time of the year to enjoy the City’s rich tribal culture, experiences, and events.
11 Reasons to Visit the Olympic National Park
Visit Port Angeles and Washington States’ largest National Park and the only UNESCO World Heritage Site! From Hurricane Ridge, to rainforest hikes, to beachcombing, and whale watching – the Olympic Peninsula invites you to explore its many magical landscapes, ecosystems, and unforgettable outdoor adventures.
Explore Downtown Port Angeles
Stroll, shop, dine and drink through the Port Angeles’ walkable downtown and waterfront! Spend a full day frolicking around downtown Port Angeles and see what our special small town has in store.