17 days in Washington State Itinerary

On the 20th (Sun), see majestic marine mammals with a dolphin and whale watching tour and then make a trip to English Camp. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 21st (Mon): examine the collection at The Whale Museum, deepen your knowledge of military history at American Camp, then relax in the rural setting at Pelindaba Lavender Farm, and finally admire the majestic nature at Lime Kiln Point State Park.

For traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, read Friday Harbor visit planning app.

Toronto, Canada to Friday Harbor is an approximately 11.5-hour combination of flight and ferry. You can also do a combination of flight, car, shuttle, and ferry; or do a combination of flight, shuttle, and ferry. You'll gain 3 hours traveling from Toronto to Friday Harbor due to the time zone difference. Plan for slightly colder nights when traveling from Toronto in August since evenings lows in Friday Harbor dip to 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Mon) early enough to ride a ferry to Anacortes.

Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Tue): get up close to creatures of the deep with a dolphin and whale watching tour, then stroll around Washington Park, and then stroll around Causland Memorial Park. On your second day here, contemplate the waterfront views at Deception Pass State Park, look for all kinds of wild species at Predators of the Heart, and then immerse yourself in nature at Fort Casey State Park.

To see other places to visit, reviews, photos, and other tourist information, read Anacortes online trip builder.

You can ride a ferry from Friday Harbor to Anacortes in 2 hours. Another option is to fly. In August in Anacortes, expect temperatures between 28°C during the day and 14°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 23rd (Wed) early enough to go by car to Leavenworth.

On the 24th (Thu), stroll around Waterfront Park, then get outside with Outdoor Activities, and then meet the residents at Leavenworth Reindeer Farm.

To see ratings, maps, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Leavenworth travel planner.

Drive from Anacortes to Leavenworth in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of shuttle and bus. When traveling from Anacortes in August, plan for a bit warmer days in Leavenworth, with highs around 35°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 15°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Thu) early enough to catch the bus to Mount Rainier National Park.

Kick off your visit on the 25th (Fri): admire the verdant scenery at Paradise Valley, tour the pleasant surroundings at Skyline Trail, and then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Mount Rainier. Keep things going the next day: stroll through Nisqually Vista Loop, then take a peaceful walk through Grove of the Patriarchs, and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Mt. Fremont Lookout Trail.

For where to stay, photos, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Mount Rainier National Park vacation builder app.

Explore your travel options from Leavenworth to Mount Rainier National Park with the Route module. Expect little chillier weather when traveling from Leavenworth in August: highs in Mount Rainier National Park hover around 31°C, while lows dip to 14°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Sat) to allow enough time to travel to Olympic National Park.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Hurricane Ridge and Hoh Rain Forest Visitor Center. Get in touch with nature at Ruby Beach and Quinault Rain Forest. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Olympic National Park: Quinault (Merriman Falls & Rain Forest Nature Trail). The adventure continues: hike along Sol Duc Falls, delve into the lush surroundings at Olympic National Park, and explore the activities along Lake Crescent.

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The Route module can help you plan travel from Mount Rainier National Park to Olympic National Park. Expect a bit cooler weather when traveling from Mount Rainier National Park in August: highs in Olympic National Park hover around 26°C, while lows dip to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Wed) to allow time to take a bus to Port Townsend.

On the 31st (Thu), see majestic marine mammals with Puget Sound Express, then admire the majestic nature at Fort Worden State Park, and then learn about winemaking at Finnriver Farm & Cidery.

For where to stay, ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Port Townsend road trip app.

Explore your travel options from Olympic National Park to Port Townsend with the Route module. In August, daytime highs in Port Townsend are 24°C, while nighttime lows are 14°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Thu) so you can drive to Seattle.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Snoqualmie Falls and Alki Beach. Get outdoors at Puget Sound Express and Hiram M. Chittenden Locks. Dedicate the 4th (Mon) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. There's lots more to do: wander the streets of Pike Place Market, get a taste of the local shopping with Glasshouse Studio, take in the exciting artwork at Chihuly Garden and Glass, and see the interesting displays at The Museum of Flight.

To find more things to do, traveler tips, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Seattle online holiday maker.

Traveling by car from Port Townsend to Seattle takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and ferry; or take a bus. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from Port Townsend in August; daily highs in Seattle reach 31°C and lows reach 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 5th (Tue) to allow time for the flight back home.