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6 Gorgeous Fall Road Trips in the Pacific Northwest
Gas up the Subaru and hit the road on these epic Northwest adventures.
By Virginia Smyth October 2, 2017
This article originally appeared in the October 2017 issue of Seattle magazine.
I was 9 years old when my family embarked on our first road trip. It was epic. Thirty-three days, 19 states, 8,564 miles—and more national monuments and parks than I can remember. If there was a theme to that road trip, it was surely natural wonders. Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Monument Valley, Pike’s Peak, Craters of the Moon, the redwood forest—we saw it all and much more.
If you’re ready for your own road trip, we’ve done the planning for you. Whether you yearn to discover Washington’s natural wonders or want to build a trip around a passion—like small-town bookstores or vintage finds—these six itineraries will help you find your way.
Experience the Splendor of Western Washington’s Most Gorgeous Sights in 6 Days
Find Hot Springs, Hidden Waterfalls and More Off This Stretch of Central Oregon Highway
The Breathtaking Scenery (and Exceptional Wine) of British Columbia
The Perfectly Nostalgic Journey From Seattle to Sequim
Take a Northwest-Style Safari on the Olympic Peninsula
Some of Washington’s Best Indie Bookstores Require a Ferry to Get to
Road Trip Snacks Are Not to be Taken Lightly. Here’s What We’re Packing
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A Stunning BC Beauty
Check out Manning Park. Just don't tell anyone about it.
During early spring, when the snowpack is deep in the Northwest, and the ski resorts are still buzzing with enthusiasts getting their last turns in before the season runs out, my wife, Kristy, and I like to head further north to Canada. Photo by Sophia Yip/Getty Images
Chasing the Solar Eclipse: Seattle to Indianapolis
The city is near the center of the totality of the eclipse
On April 8, the heavens will put on a spectacular show as a total solar eclipse graces the skies, forging a path from Mazatlán to Montreal. For those seeking this unforgettable experience many prime destinations beckon, from the Texas Hill Country to Buffalo. For us, Indianapolis emerged as a prime destination, lying near the center
Ruby Beach Recognized as One of the World’s Best
Sparkling red and strewn with sea stacks, Washington's rugged shoreline stands out
Situated on the Olympic Peninsula, a three-and-a-half-hour drive from Seattle, Ruby Beach is known for its towering sea stacks sculpted by centuries of wind and waves, and its thriving tide pools.
