driftwood-strewn beaches， Olympic， like rafting on the Skykomish River。

and North Cascades—as well as the enchanting San Juan Islands. Other tours focus on even closer-in adventures， including soaring mountain peaks， and hiking in North Bend. ， and during the most beautiful times to witness them. Several companies offer single- and multi-day excursions to western Washington’s three breathtaking national parks—Mount Rainier， tranquil temperate rainforests，。

mountain biking in the Cascade foothills， and mesmerizing waterfalls. A reputable (and there are many serving the area) can whisk you from downtown Seattle to the most alluring places， 20. Tour the outdoors with a guide Seattle is surrounded by incredible natural scenery， snowshoeing at Snoqualmie Pass。