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Will always be amazed by how beautiful Washington is. Save this for your next Washington trip ⬇️ I’m getting really psyched to head back to the PNW in a couple weeks. Flying into Seattle puts you close to five of the most scenic areas in the Pacific Northwest. Here’s a quick guide to what each region offers and when to go: 📍 North Cascades National Park • Nickname: “The American Alps” — over 300 glaciers and steep peaks. • Best for: hiking, backpacking, mountain views. • Top spots: Diablo Lake,

Save this 9‑day itinerary for an awesome Washington road trip that hits some of the state’s best outdoor views 🗺️ Seattle → Alpine Lakes Leavenworth → North Cascades → Olympic → Mount Rainier → Seattle Days 1‑2: Alpine Lakes Wilderness Leavenworth Start: Seattle • Colchuck Lake • Snow Lake • Lake Ingalls • Keekwulee Falls 📍Stay: Leavenworth 🚗 Next: Leavenworth → North Cascades NP (~3.5 hr) Days 3‑5: North Cascades NP • Diablo Lake • Maple Pass • Cascade Pass • Sahale Glacier Camp 📍Stay: Wint