Olympic Peninsula-what to do and see
Old fashioned general store- Swain’s
When you think of a general store, it’s a store that has everything. Well, you’ve come to the right place. This place has more than you can imagine across dozens of categories. You just may leave with something you weren’t expecting to buy.
Port Angeles
Sightseeing
Crystal clear lake set in a forest, it is a place of tranquility and beauty. Rent a kayak, paddleboard, canoe. Go fishing. Short hike to Marymere Falls. Eat at the Lake Cresent Lodge!!
156 locals recommend
Lake Crescent
Crystal clear lake set in a forest, it is a place of tranquility and beauty. Rent a kayak, paddleboard, canoe. Go fishing. Short hike to Marymere Falls. Eat at the Lake Cresent Lodge!!
Travel to the northwestern tip of America. Short walk to be astounded by some of the most amazing cliff and water views. This is in Makah Tribal territory. Learn about their culture in Neah Bay!!!
50 locals recommend
Cape Flattery
Travel to the northwestern tip of America. Short walk to be astounded by some of the most amazing cliff and water views. This is in Makah Tribal territory. Learn about their culture in Neah Bay!!!
Rialto Beach
Mora Rd
Freshwater Bay
Kayaking right in Port Angeles. Fishing? Crabbing? Watching otters? Whales?
Hoh rainforest, hurricaine ridge, sul doc hot springs…so much to do and see. Be prepared for a bit of driving. Space out so you don’t try to cram it all in a short time so you can really enjoy them.
Olympic Mountains
Hoh rainforest, hurricaine ridge, sul doc hot springs…so much to do and see. Be prepared for a bit of driving. Space out so you don’t try to cram it all in a short time so you can really enjoy them.
Lower Elwha
Beautiful river to swim, bike, hike, explore!
La Push
Beautiful beaches located within a reservation. Picnic and beachcomb.
Neighborhoods
Sequim is home to endless lavender farms. Smaller, bigger and everything inbetween. Like being in Provence, France. Small town farming charm. Must do and see.
56 locals recommend
Sequim
Sequim is home to endless lavender farms. Smaller, bigger and everything inbetween. Like being in Provence, France. Small town farming charm. Must do and see.
Fun stores in their cute Victorian downtown and food scene, a little haunted history, Fort Worden state park, and ferries to the San Juan Islands.
218 locals recommend
Port Townsend
Fun stores in their cute Victorian downtown and food scene, a little haunted history, Fort Worden state park, and ferries to the San Juan Islands.
Check out the cute shops, bookstores, and vintage stores for a fun afternoon with amazing ocean views.
7 locals recommend
Port Angeles Harbor
Check out the cute shops, bookstores, and vintage stores for a fun afternoon with amazing ocean views.
Food scene
Great selection of higher end natural foods. Plenty of options for vegans, vegetarians, gluten-free. Deli with sandwiches and hot foods.
80 locals recommend
Country Aire Natural Foods
200 W 1st StGreat selection of higher end natural foods. Plenty of options for vegans, vegetarians, gluten-free. Deli with sandwiches and hot foods.
This is a great country grocery store with many options, fresh meats and seafood and a beautiful nursery with garden supplies. Worth a stop if spending an afternoon in Sequim.
75 locals recommend
Sunny Farms Country Store
261461 US-101This is a great country grocery store with many options, fresh meats and seafood and a beautiful nursery with garden supplies. Worth a stop if spending an afternoon in Sequim.
Small general store more than 100 years old. Step into the past and pick up some snacks on your way to Salt Creek.
8 locals recommend
Joyce General Store
50893 WA-112Small general store more than 100 years old. Step into the past and pick up some snacks on your way to Salt Creek.
Traveler advice
Don't miss
Saturday downtown Port Angeles farmer’s market
Open year around, rain or shine
Customs and culture
Small town culture
Slow down, smile, show courtesy and kindness. This is the beauty of Port Angeles and being in a small town. People are genuinely friendly. Stop to be friendly back.
Customs and culture
Call Ahead
This is a small town and shops and restaurants can be closed at random times of day and week. Call ahead just to confirm they are open before heading there!
Getting around
Endless biking
This peninsula is a fantastic place to bike endlessly through beautiful coasts, forests, rivers, and country roads. Bring your bikes or rent some at Discover E-bikes in town.