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Hikes, Walks & Outdoor Exploration

Dungeness Spit (10 mins): 5.5-mile sand spit leading to a lighthouse. Walk a little or hike the whole thing. You’ll see eagles, seals, and seabirds.
Railroad Bridge Park / Olympic Discovery Trail (5 mins): Access this flat, paved trail from the historic trestle bridge just minutes away. Great for bikes, kids, strollers, and dogs.
Sequim Bay State Park (12 mins): Shaded forest trails, beach access, and picnic areas. Peaceful and less trafficked.
Morse Creek Trail (30 mins): Beautiful, paved section of the ODT along a coastal creek just outside Port Angeles.

Marymere Falls (40 mins): 1.8-mile forest trail with bridges and a dramatic 90-ft waterfall at the end. Located near Lake Crescent.
Spruce Railroad Trail (45 mins): Hugging Lake Crescent’s north shore, this flat but dramatic trail winds past cliffs, tunnels, and swimming spots.
Hurricane Hill (1 hr): Short but steep alpine hike at Hurricane Ridge. Wildflowers and Olympic views galore.
Gray Wolf Trail (45 mins): Peaceful forest hike along the river. Excellent for solitude and old-growth beauty.

Hoh Rainforest (2 hrs): Lush, primeval rainforest with moss-draped trees and elk sightings. A world away from Sequim’s sunshine.
Sol Duc Falls (1.5 hrs): Powerful waterfall and a gateway to longer backpacking trails.
Mount Storm King (1 hr): A steep, advanced trail with rope sections and a jaw-dropping view over Lake Crescent—worth the burn.

Olympic Game Farm (12 mins): Drive-thru wildlife safari where you can feed llamas, bison, zebras, and yaks right from your car window. A Sequim institution!
Dungeness River Nature Center (5 mins): Learn about river ecology, salmon runs, and Native history. Trails, exhibits, and kid-friendly education.
Jardin du Soleil & Purple Haze Lavender Farms: Other lavender farms worth visiting for variety (though we think Lit Lavender is the best).
Victor the Viking’s Mini Donkey Farm (seasonal): Yes, there’s a guy named Victor with mini donkeys. Ask a local.

Graysmarsh Berry Farm (8 mins): U-pick strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and more in season.
Nash’s Organic Farm (10 mins): Certified organic produce, flour mill, grocery market, and seasonal events.
U-pick Pumpkin Patches (fall): Keep an eye out in October—there are multiple local farms offering hayrides and fall fun.

Cline Spit (12 mins): Local beach hangout with boat launch and gentle bay views. Great for skipping rocks and sunset photos.
Port Williams (15 mins): Rocky beach with driftwood, tide pools, and birdwatching.
Salt Creek Recreation Area (50 mins): Stunning tide pools at Tongue Point. Great surfing spot too.

Sequim Bay: Calm waters perfect for kayaking or paddleboarding. Rentals in town or BYO.
Lake Crescent: Crystal-clear glacier lake perfect for swimming, kayaking, and picnics.
Lake Sutherland (45 mins): Smaller than Crescent but great for warm-weather lake lounging and boating.

Sequim Museum & Arts Center: Local history, Native exhibits, early pioneer displays.
Port Angeles Fine Arts Center & Webster’s Woods (35 mins): Indoor gallery + outdoor art trail in a forest.
Feiro Marine Life Center (35 mins): Touch tanks, small aquarium, and marine education.
Museum at Carnegie (Port Angeles): Historic city hall turned mini-museum. Great rainy day stop.

Yoga at the Farm (seasonal, including here at Lit Lavender): Outdoor classes among the lavender.
Lavender Workshops (on-site): Learn to make sachets, essential oils, and wreaths with your own hands.

Rainshadow Café: Fantastic coffee, creative breakfast plates, and garden seating.
Hurricane Coffee: Excellent espresso, local art, and cozy vibes.
Heather Creek Farms Coffee Barn: Drive-thru lavender lattes with goats nearby.

Finnriver Cidery (30 mins): Wood-fired pizza, open-air tasting room, seasonal music.
Olympic Cellars Winery (20 mins): Housed in a century-old barn. Try the lavender wine!
Wind Rose Cellars (Sequim): Local wine and frequent live music.
Barhop Brewing (Port Angeles): Great beer, views of the Strait, and wood-fired pizza.

Port Townsend (45 mins): Victorian architecture, maritime history, boutiques, and artsy charm.
Port Angeles (35 mins): The launch point to Hurricane Ridge, ferry to Canada, and the gateway to Olympic National Park.

Hoh Rainforest (2 hrs): Otherworldly and lush. A must-see.
Cape Flattery (2.5 hrs): Northwesternmost point in the contiguous U.S. Worth the scenic drive.

Black Ball Ferry (Port Angeles): Take the Coho Ferry to Victoria, Canada for the day—just don’t forget your passport!

Sequim Lavender Weekend (July): The entire valley blooms—music, markets, farm tours.
Irrigation Festival (May): The oldest continuing festival in Washington. Parades, logging shows, and heritage.
Farmers Markets (Saturdays): Local produce, crafts, food trucks, and entertainment in downtown Sequim.
Music in the Park (summer): Free weekly concerts at the James Center.

- Jeanine S.,