The Beauty of Washington State
by Chris Stonecipher on 22/03/09 at 4:03 am
Washington is known for its natural beauty and outdoor activities. The next time you make travel plans bring your camera. Places to visit include but not limited to Hurricane Ridge, North Cascade National Park and Deception Pass. If you love the outdoor lifestyle, then you will love Washington with its ski resorts, boating, hunting and fishing. Of course you can’t forget the biking and hiking trails.
Hurricane Ridge: Located in the Olympic National Park
Hurricane Ridge is located 5,240 ft on the side of the Olympic Mountains. It is part of a coastal mountain pass stretching approximately 15-18 miles from Port Angeles along the Puget Sound. In the winter time, Hurricane Ridge is blanketed with snow even though the surrounding city stays green year long. Hiking and skiing are the main activities.
North Cascades National Park:
Deception Pass
Deception Pass is located between Oak Harbor, Washington and Anacortes, Washington. It is the main connector between Whidbey Island and the rest of Western Washington. The Deception Pass Bridge pictured at the top is just one of two bridges joined together to make travel on and off the island possible. The other alternative of entering or leaving the island is by ferry, approximately 60 miles south on Whidbey Island. I am proud to claim that this piece of heaven is located in my home town.
The photo located directly under the photo of the Deception Pass Bridge is called Bowman Bay. Bowman Bay is a part of Deception Pass. In late summer you can go crabbing here, watch the sunset in the late evening, and go boating or jet skiing.
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Unofre Pili
Mar 22nd, 2009
Beautiful images. Beautiful Washington. Thanks for sharing.
Melody Arcamo Lagrimas
Mar 22nd, 2009
Wow, wish I could visit there one day. Thanks for taking me there anyway.
CHAN LEE PENG
Mar 22nd, 2009
Thanks for the tour. It was an enjoyable experience travelling with you.
nobert soloria bermosa
Mar 22nd, 2009
fantastic place to visit
Glynis Smy
Mar 22nd, 2009
I don’t think I will make it so thanks for the tour!
Karen Gross
Mar 22nd, 2009
Beautiful pictures!
The Quail
Mar 22nd, 2009
Wow beauty at its best;thanks for the tour my friend.
Judy Sheldon
Mar 22nd, 2009
I have relatives living in Wa. state. My parents visited them and came back with pictures of Mt. Rainier. It truly is a beautiful state.
Thanks for the tour. You are a fine guide!
papaleng
Mar 22nd, 2009
nice article and great photos, Thanks for the tour Chris.
Jo Oliver
Mar 22nd, 2009
Never been there. However, it looks and seems like a beautiful state. Sounds like a great place to consider for upcoming summer vacations. Buzzed and SU’d
Chris Stonecipher
Mar 22nd, 2009
Thank you friends for the kind comments and great support. It is always appreciated.
mysticdave
Mar 23rd, 2009
Beautiful state, one of my favorites:)
S M Blomker
Mar 23rd, 2009
Those are some nice pictures. The northwest has always been a beautiful place. I grew up in Portland Oregon which is another place to see ans is quite beautiful itself.
Chris Stonecipher
Mar 23rd, 2009
S M Blomker,
I live just northwest of Seattle. I grew up in Michigan but have been here for 14 years.
Jo, if you ever make it here for vacation, please look me up.
mysticdave, thank you.
Papaleng, Judy, the Quail, thank you for your support as well.
Anne McNew
Mar 23rd, 2009
amazing places to visit. thanks for sharing this…
Ruby Hawk
Mar 24th, 2009
Just beautiful, makes me want to pack up and go out there.
Chris Stonecipher
Mar 25th, 2009
Anne and Ruby,
If you ever come out here to visit please look me up! Thanks again for the support!
Lost in Arizona
Mar 25th, 2009
I’ve always loved Washington, mostly for the rain…lol! I had a sister out there (she’s now teaching in the Middle East). But I also have a bunch of nephews and nieces out there. It is quite a beautiful place.
Mystical Whitewolf
Mar 25th, 2009
I love nature and this is her at her finest. Great photos and article.
Jadeluv28
Mar 26th, 2009
Beautiful. Thank you for sharing. Tiff
Athlyn Green
Apr 9th, 2009
I’ve heard that Washington is beautiful and these pictures show that. An interesting article.
Stephen J. Ardent
Aug 7th, 2009
Great article. Sometime in the near future I hope to be able to get to Washington, I’m an avid nature photographer.
Chris Stonecipher
Aug 9th, 2009
Stephen,
Thanks for the comment. There is no shortage here for outdoor photography opportunities.
Take care,
Chris
Payge
Sep 24th, 2009
Beautiful is all I can say….the pictures and short phrase about them was awesome.Noth cascades National Park would be great to see,but I like mountains to.
Chris Stonecipher
Sep 24th, 2009
Payge,
Thank you for taking the time to read and comment on my article. Although, I live in Washington, I never take for granted the beauty that surrounds me.
Blessings to you,
Chris
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