Escape the city: The 10 best weekend getaways from Seattle
Chase new horizons just beyond the city. Discover waterfalls in hidden forests, kayak through island coves, or unwind in mountain lodges. Seattle’s scenic backyard delivers everything from alpine villages to coastal charm.
Featured vacation rental: Twenty Pines
Step into an enchanting Bavarian village nestled in the Cascades, where alpine charm meets crisp mountain air. Sip mulled wine, hike to hidden lakes, stroll riverfront trails, or revel in seasonal festivals among cobblestoned streets.
Featured vacation rental: Town View Room 201 at The Belmont Hotel
Wander through a beautifully preserved 19th-century seaport with historic buildings, waterfront walkways, and a creative arts scene. Port Townsend mixes maritime charm with good food, cozy shops, and relaxing views of the Puget Sound.
Featured vacation rental: Tall Cedars Cabin By The Water
Hop on a ferry, slow things down, and island hop between rocky shorelines, sleepy harbors, and lavender-scented hills. The San Juans offer wildlife, small-town vibes, farm-to-table eats, and activities like biking or hiking with water views around every corner.
Featured vacation rental: Seal Cove
Traverse glacier-capped peaks, old-growth rainforests, and wild Pacific coastline—all in one jaw-dropping weekend. Olympic National Park is nature’s masterpiece, one of the most diverse, untamed, and majestic national parks in the country.
Featured vacation rental: Vista View Chalet
Unplug beside this jewel-toned alpine lake—just 30 minutes from Leavenworth—cradled by rugged peaks and whispering pines. Laid-back Lake Wenatchee invites you to paddle, hike, or kayak through misty mornings.
Featured vacation rental: Scenic Getaway
Wander into Whidbey Island’s charming blend of wild beaches, forested trails, and seaside towns like Langley and Coupeville. Sip local wine, browse art galleries, and watch eagles soar by sunset—it’s a coastal escape less than 2 hours from Seattle.
Featured vacation rental: Wonderland Lodge
Marvel at Washington’s tallest peak, rising 14,000 feet over alpine meadows, wildflower fields, and ancient glaciers. Whether you’re hiking wildflower-filled trails or snowshoeing in winter, this park delivers four seasons of outdoor adventure.
Featured vacation rental: Waterfront Wonderland
Dive into the crystalline waters of Lake Chelan, where 300 annual days of sunshine meet vineyard views and paddleboard play. From lakeside lounging to cruising 50 miles of sapphire water, to wine tasting, to hiking high above it all, this alpine oasis sparkles with laid-back luxury.
Featured vacation rental: Glacier Getaway
Scale into the soaring, untamed splendor, and 500,000 acres of protected wilderness of North Cascades National Park. With jagged peaks, turquoise lakes, and over 300 glaciers, it’s a wilderness playground and rugged sanctuary all in one.
Featured vacation rental: SeaQueen
Stroll the longest sandy beach on the West Coast, where wide-open shores, vintage boardwalks, and quirky retro charm create a timeless beach escape. Ride horseback by the surf, explore lighthouses, and fall in step with the ocean’s unhurried rhythm.
