HOW to visit ALL 3 of Washington’s National Parks in one trip? 👇
🛑 Hit FOLLOW for National Park tips, itineraries, and hidden gems.
👋 Hi! We’re Katie & Joe. In 2023, we left the corporate grind to visit all 63 U.S. National Parks. We’ve made it to 45 so far and Washington’s three are some of the most diverse and breathtaking you’ll find anywhere.
⏰ How long should you budget? We road-tripped the loop in our camper van in about 4–5 days, but if you have the time, we recommend at least 3 days in each park. There’s so much to see that rushing it won’t do them justice.
🗒️ Things to Remember: these parks cover dramatically different ecosystems, from alpine peaks to wild coastlines to temperate rainforest. Pack layers and be ready for everything from snow to sun to heavy rain… sometimes in the same day.
🌦 Timing matters: late summer (July–September) is the sweet spot. Snow has melted from high-elevation trails like Skyline and Maple Pass, roads are fully open, and coastal sunsets are unforgettable.
🚐 Travel Logistics: driving between all three parks is totally doable. The loop starts in Seattle, heads north to North Cascades, west to Olympic (with plenty of side quests), and south to Mount Rainier. Expect scenic highways, mountain passes, and charming small towns along the way.
🎟️ Don’t forget: some trails and areas require reservations or timed entry, and parking lots at popular trailheads fill early. Start your days ahead of the crowds for the best experience.
Here are some of our favorite highlights from Washington’s National Parks + side quests:
⛰ Mount Rainier: Skyline Trail to Panorama Point + Sunrise Corridor views 🏞 North Cascades: Diablo Lake Overlook + Maple Pass Loop 🌲 Olympic: Hurricane Ridge, Sol Duc Falls, Rialto Beach, and the Hoh Rain Forest 📖 Side Quests: Forks (Twilight fame), Cape Flattery at the northwesternmost point of the U.S.
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HOW to visit ALL 3 of Washington’s National Parks in one trip? 👇
🛑 Hit FOLLOW for National Park tips, itineraries, and hidden gems.
👋 Hi! We’re Katie & Joe. In 2023, we left the corporate grind to visit all 63 U.S. National Parks. We’ve made it to 45 so far and Washington’s three are some of the most diverse and breathtaking you’ll find anywhere.
⏰ How long should you budget? We road-tripped the loop in our camper van in about 4–5 days, but if you have the time, we recommend at least 3 days in each park. There’s so much to see that rushing it won’t do them justice.
🗒️ Things to Remember: these parks cover dramatically different ecosystems, from alpine peaks to wild coastlines to temperate rainforest. Pack layers and be ready for everything from snow to sun to heavy rain… sometimes in the same day.
🌦 Timing matters: late summer (July–September) is the sweet spot. Snow has melted from high-elevation trails like Skyline and Maple Pass, roads are fully open, and coastal sunsets are unforgettable.
🚐 Travel Logistics: driving between all three parks is totally doable. The loop starts in Seattle, heads north to North Cascades, west to Olympic (with plenty of side quests), and south to Mount Rainier. Expect scenic highways, mountain passes, and charming small towns along the way.
🎟️ Don’t forget: some trails and areas require reservations or timed entry, and parking lots at popular trailheads fill early. Start your days ahead of the crowds for the best experience.
Here are some of our favorite highlights from Washington’s National Parks + side quests:
⛰ Mount Rainier: Skyline Trail to Panorama Point + Sunrise Corridor views
🏞 North Cascades: Diablo Lake Overlook + Maple Pass Loop
🌲 Olympic: Hurricane Ridge, Sol Duc Falls, Rialto Beach, and the Hoh Rain Forest
📖 Side Quests: Forks (Twilight fame), Cape Flattery at the northwesternmost point of the U.S.
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