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Discover insider tips, hidden gems, and seasonal inspiration to help you make the most of your Port Angeles getaway.
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.
Olympic National Park Hiking: Wander to Wildflowers
Head to the Olympic National Park in Washington State for some refreshingly-fresh mountain air. Go for a crowd-less hike through the Olympic National Park in Port Angeles in search of wild alpine flowers that are just starting to bloom for the summer season. Look for lupines, seek out sedum and peek at paintbrush.
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.
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.
Sunrise Kayak Tour in the Harbor
Paddle the calm waters of the Strait of Juan de Fuca in the Port Angeles harbor where you’ll spot playful seals along side Olympic mountain views. Book this tour with Elevate Outdoors who will meet you at the Port Angeles Sail and Paddle Park, located on Ediz Hook. They’ll take care of bringing everything you’ll need including the kayaks and all the gear. Once you’re out on the water, you’ll hear the backstory of the second deepest harbor in the country while gliding past curious seals and sea birds.