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Discover insider tips, hidden gems, and seasonal inspiration to help you make the most of your Port Angeles getaway.
Olympic Peninsula Waterfall Trail: Hike to Striped Peak Falls Near Port Angeles
Exploring waterfalls around the Olympic Peninsula and the Olympic National Park is nothing short of enchanting. The lush jungle-like Olympic Mountains forest, jagged sea cliffs and wild rivers all contribute to the backdrop around rushing falls. Discover Striped Peak Falls, one of the 20+ waterfalls the Olympic Peninsula has to offer and part of the official Waterfall Trail in Washington state.
Olympic Peninsula Waterfall Trail: Hike to Marymere Falls Near Port Angeles
Time to venture out and gush over a waterfall gem along the Olympic Peninsula Waterfall Trail. There are more than 20 waterfalls to explore, ranging from easy hikes with accessible trail access to hidden falls you have to work a little harder to see. Marymere Falls is a short-ish but stunning hike in Port Angeles, Washington.
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.
Beach Hikes Near Port Angeles, Washington
Wander driftwood-lined shores and hidden coves near Port Angeles, where tidepools shimmer, sea stacks rise from the surf, and every trail leads to a new coastal surprise.
Top Holiday Events on Washington’s Olympic Peninsula
Celebrate the holidays in Port Angeles with sparkling lights, seaside strolls, snowy escapes at Hurricane Ridge, and festive events full of small-town charm.
Top Winter Activities in Port Angeles & Olympic National Park
The fun doesn't stop in Port Angeles when the weather starts to chill. Port Angeles' mild seaside climate allows for outdoor adventures year-round. If you crave more cold, head up 5,000-feet to Hurricane Ridge in Olympic National Park for winter activities like skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing and sledding. Grab your winter coat and go exploring. Check out our list of the top winter activities in Port Angeles and Olympic National Park!
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.
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.
Follow a Family of Four as They Explore Port Angeles for the First Time
Meet the Knott Family. This adventurous family of four was seeking a new place to call home, so they set out on an exploratory pilgrimage in 2018 to several new cities and states across the U.S. in search of a place to settle in and put down new roots. Visit Port Angeles invited them to the North Olympic Peninsula to check out Port Angeles for a long weekend… and here’s what they thought of it.
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.
Whale Watching in Port Angeles, Washington
Keep an eye out for Killer Whales (Orcas), Gray Whales and Minke Whales! The waters surrounding Port Angeles — only a short drive from Seattle — offer one of North America’s finest vantage points for up-close viewing of humpback whales, gray whales, resident and transient orca whales (a.k.a. killer whales), and the elusive minke whale.