{"id":1516,"date":"2020-02-13T08:08:00","date_gmt":"2020-02-13T08:08:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/?p=1516"},"modified":"2020-10-01T06:26:17","modified_gmt":"2020-10-01T06:26:17","slug":"best-day-trips-seattle-by-car","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/best-day-trips-seattle-by-car\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Best Day Trips from Seattle by Car"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Are you thinking about heading outside of Seattle but not sure where to go?<\/p>\n<p>Then you&#8217;re in for a real treat!<\/p>\n<p>We&#8217;ve had a look at all the attractions, scenic locations and small suburbs and uncovered the best places to visit.<\/p>\n<p>And they&#8217;re all just a short drive away from Seattle.<\/p>\n<p>Continue reading to discover the 15 best day trips from Seattle by car.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/united-states\/seattle-downtown\/\"><span class=\"td_btn td_btn_md td_default_btn\">Rent a Car in Seattle<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com.au\/maps\/d\/embed?mid=1whtw1bV618D8O_5sUXHDy5ZGRxIREfD6\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_68_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/best-day-trips-seattle-by-car\/#1_Boeing_Future_of_Flight%E2%80%8B_Museum\" title=\"1. Boeing Future of Flight\u200b Museum\">1. Boeing Future of Flight\u200b Museum<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/best-day-trips-seattle-by-car\/#2_Snoqualmie_Falls\" title=\"2. Snoqualmie Falls\">2. Snoqualmie Falls<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/best-day-trips-seattle-by-car\/#3_Reptile_zoo\" title=\"3. Reptile zoo\">3. Reptile zoo<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/best-day-trips-seattle-by-car\/#4_Flaming_Geyser_State_Park\" title=\"4. Flaming Geyser State Park\">4. Flaming Geyser State Park<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/best-day-trips-seattle-by-car\/#5_Fort_Nisqually_Living_History_Museum\" title=\"5. Fort Nisqually Living History Museum\">5. Fort Nisqually Living History Museum<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/best-day-trips-seattle-by-car\/#6_Lakewold_Gardens\" title=\"6. Lakewold Gardens\">6. Lakewold Gardens<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/best-day-trips-seattle-by-car\/#7_LeMay_Family_Collection_Foundation\" title=\"7. LeMay Family Collection Foundation\">7. LeMay Family Collection Foundation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/best-day-trips-seattle-by-car\/#8_Mount_Rainier_National_Park\" title=\"8. Mount Rainier National Park\">8. Mount Rainier National Park<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/best-day-trips-seattle-by-car\/#9_Darrington\" title=\"9. Darrington\">9. Darrington<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/best-day-trips-seattle-by-car\/#10_Bellingham\" title=\"10. Bellingham\">10. Bellingham<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/best-day-trips-seattle-by-car\/#11_Olympic_National_Forest\" title=\"11. Olympic National Forest\">11. Olympic National Forest<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/best-day-trips-seattle-by-car\/#12_Leavenworth\" title=\"12. Leavenworth\">12. Leavenworth<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/best-day-trips-seattle-by-car\/#13_North_Cascades_National_Park\" title=\"13. North Cascades National Park\">13. North Cascades National Park<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/best-day-trips-seattle-by-car\/#14_Portland\" title=\"14. Portland\">14. Portland<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/best-day-trips-seattle-by-car\/#15_Mount_St_Helens\" title=\"15. Mount St Helens\">15. Mount St Helens<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Boeing_Future_of_Flight%E2%80%8B_Museum\"><\/span>1. Boeing Future of Flight\u200b Museum<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1578\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Boeing-Future-of-Flight_-Museum.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Boeing-Future-of-Flight_-Museum.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Boeing-Future-of-Flight_-Museum-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Boeing-Future-of-Flight_-Museum-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Boeing-Future-of-Flight_-Museum-696x348.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The first must-do day trip from Seattle?<\/p>\n<p>The Boeing Future of Flight Museum!<\/p>\n<p>This fascinating and interactive museum is located in Everett, Washington, which is just 30 minutes by car from Seattle.<\/p>\n<p>The museum is housed inside the Boeing Everett Factory, where airplanes are assembled.<\/p>\n<p>Boeing Future of Flight Museum is actually the largest building in the world by volume at nearly 400,000 metres squared.<\/p>\n<p>Inside the museum, prepare to walk through a number of exciting exhibitions all centred on the history of Flight.<\/p>\n<p>Next, take a 90 minute tour of the Boeing plant, where you can see some of their most famous models being assembled in front of your very eyes.<\/p>\n<p>This is the perfect attraction to visit if you have young kids with you.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Distance from Seattle:\u00a0<\/strong>23.9 mi (38.5 km) via I-5 S<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration:\u00a0<\/strong>30 minutes by car<\/li>\n<li><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong> Daily 8:30am-5pm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.boeingfutureofflight.com\/\">Official site<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 class=\"slide-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Snoqualmie_Falls\"><\/span>2. Snoqualmie Falls<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1580\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Snoqualmie-Falls.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Snoqualmie-Falls.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Snoqualmie-Falls-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Snoqualmie-Falls-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Snoqualmie-Falls-696x348.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>When in Washington state, you have to take advantage of the beautiful nature that surrounds you.<\/p>\n<p>And luckily, this is easy to do given that sites like Snoqualmie Falls are only 32 minutes by car from Seattle.<\/p>\n<p>Snoqualmie Falls is one of the state&#8217;s most popular natural attractions, receiving over 1.5 million visitors each year.<\/p>\n<p>As soon as you arrive, you will clearly see why!<\/p>\n<p>These falls are simply breathtaking, standing 268 feet high.<\/p>\n<p>They are located on the Snoqualmie River between Snoqualmie and Fall City, Washington.<\/p>\n<p>When you arrive, be sure to go on a short hike &#8211; there are multiple hiking trails around the falls for people of all fitness levels.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Distance from Seattle:\u00a0<\/strong>28.3 mi (45.5 km) via I-90 W<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration: <\/strong>32 minutes by car<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Reptile_zoo\"><\/span>3. Reptile zoo<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1582\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Reptile-zoo-wa.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Reptile-zoo-wa.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Reptile-zoo-wa-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Reptile-zoo-wa-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Reptile-zoo-wa-696x348.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Are you an animal lover?<\/p>\n<p>Then this mini road trip from Seattle is a must!<\/p>\n<p>Reptile Zoo is located in Monroe, Washington, just 40 minutes from downtown Seattle by car.<\/p>\n<p>It offers visitors an extraordinary chance to get up close and personal with their favourite reptiles.<\/p>\n<p>We&#8217;re talking about alligators, turtles, snakes, and lizards.<\/p>\n<p>Some of the rarest animals in Reptile Zoo&#8217;s collection include an albino alligator, a two-headed turtle, a king cobra, and a Cuban rock iguana.<\/p>\n<p>This interactive, hands-on experience is perfect for families with children and couples alike.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Distance from Seattle:\u00a0<\/strong>34.6 mi (55.7 km) via WA-522<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration:\u00a0<\/strong>40 minutes by car<\/li>\n<li><strong>Opening Hours: <\/strong>Monday to Thursday 10am-5pm; Friday to Sunday 10am-6pm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thereptilezoo.org\/\">Official site<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 class=\"slide-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Flaming_Geyser_State_Park\"><\/span>4. Flaming Geyser State Park<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1584\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Flaming-Geyser-State-Park.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Flaming-Geyser-State-Park.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Flaming-Geyser-State-Park-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Flaming-Geyser-State-Park-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Flaming-Geyser-State-Park-696x348.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Escape to nature at Flaming Geyser State Park.<\/p>\n<p>This Washington Park is less than 45 minutes from Seattle by car, making it perfect for a day trip, or even a half day trip.<\/p>\n<p>The park earned its name after a flame burned through a concrete basin that was fueled by a methane gas pocket over 1,000 feet below (don&#8217;t worry &#8211; the flame no longer burns!).<\/p>\n<p>Today, the park is a popular destination for nature lovers in the Seattle area.<\/p>\n<p>Flaming Geyser State Park sits on the Green River and offers visitors a chance to swim, fish, hike, or run.<\/p>\n<p>There are also group picnic sites with barbecues, playgrounds for children, and even horse trails for horseback riders.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Distance from Seattle:\u00a0<\/strong>38.4 mi (61.8 km) via I-5 N<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration:\u00a0<\/strong>44 minute by car<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Fort_Nisqually_Living_History_Museum\"><\/span>5. Fort Nisqually Living History Museum<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1585\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Fort-Nisqually-Living-History-Museum.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Fort-Nisqually-Living-History-Museum.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Fort-Nisqually-Living-History-Museum-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Fort-Nisqually-Living-History-Museum-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Fort-Nisqually-Living-History-Museum-696x348.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>For a cultural activity like no other, consider a day trip to Fort Nisqually Living History Museum.<\/p>\n<p>This interactive museum will transport you straight into history.<\/p>\n<p>For those that don&#8217;t know, Fort Nisqually was an important fur trading and farming post set up by the Hudson&#8217;s Bay Company in the 19th century.<\/p>\n<p>It was originally located in what is modern day DuPont, Wisconsin.<\/p>\n<p>The Fort Nisqually Living History Museum was reconstructed in the 1930s to look exactly like the original.<\/p>\n<p>This gives visitors and immersive experience and helps them get a feel for what life and commerce were like in the mid 1800s.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Distance from Seattle:\u00a0<\/strong>39.8 mi (64 km) via I-5N<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration:\u00a0<\/strong>47 minutes by car<\/li>\n<li><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong> Wednesday to Sunday 11am-4pm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.metroparkstacoma.org\/place\/fort-nisqually-living-history-museum\/\">Official site<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 class=\"slide-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Lakewold_Gardens\"><\/span>6. Lakewold Gardens<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1587\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Lakewold-Gardens.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Lakewold-Gardens.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Lakewold-Gardens-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Lakewold-Gardens-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Lakewold-Gardens-696x348.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Enjoy a peaceful and relaxing day at the scenic Lakewold Gardens.<\/p>\n<p>Located in Lakewood, Washington, the gardens are roughly 45 minutes by car from Seattle.<\/p>\n<p>The non-profit estate garden spans 10 acres and is open to visitors year round.<\/p>\n<p>It has many gardens on-site, including the Woodland Garden, Rock Garden, Shade Garden, and Cutting Garden.<\/p>\n<p>Take a stroll through its many pristine gardens, stop at the gift shop, or admire the paintings at the gardens&#8217; own art exhibits.<\/p>\n<p>This historical botanical garden also allows picnicking on their grounds, so be sure to bring a packed lunch.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Distance from Seattle:\u00a0<\/strong>42.1 mi (67.6 km) via I-5 N<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration: <\/strong>43 minutes by car<\/li>\n<li><strong>Opening Hours: <\/strong>Weekends 10am-4pm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 class=\"slide-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_LeMay_Family_Collection_Foundation\"><\/span>7. LeMay Family Collection Foundation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1589\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/LeMay-Family-Collection-Foundation.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/LeMay-Family-Collection-Foundation.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/LeMay-Family-Collection-Foundation-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/LeMay-Family-Collection-Foundation-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/LeMay-Family-Collection-Foundation-696x348.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Calling all car buffs!<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re in Seattle, then a day trip to the LeMay Family Collection Foundation is an absolute must!<\/p>\n<p>This family-owned museum was founded by Harold LeMay.<\/p>\n<p>LeMay&#8217;s dream was always to keep his huge car collection together and to put them on display for the world to see.<\/p>\n<p>The eclectic vehicle collection is like nothing you will have seen before, from military cars, to colourful retro cars from the 1950s.<\/p>\n<p>There are a variety of tours you can take at the LeMay Family Collection Foundation, including a vintage vehicle tour and a tour of LeMay&#8217;s private garages.<\/p>\n<p>Beyond cars, this museum also has vintage radios, dolls, piggy banks, outboard motors, and more on display.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Distance from Seattle:\u00a0<\/strong>43.8 mi (70.5 km) via I-5 N<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration:\u00a0<\/strong>48 minutes by car<\/li>\n<li><strong>Opening Hours:\u00a0<\/strong>Tuesday to Saturday 10am-5pm; Sunday 12pm-5pm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lemaymarymount.org\/\">Official site<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 class=\"slide-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Mount_Rainier_National_Park\"><\/span>8. Mount Rainier National Park<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1591\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Mount-Rainier-National-Park.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Mount-Rainier-National-Park.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Mount-Rainier-National-Park-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Mount-Rainier-National-Park-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Mount-Rainier-National-Park-696x348.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>To experience Washington state&#8217;s spectacular natural beauty, there is nowhere better than Mount Rainier National Park.<\/p>\n<p>Less than an hour and half from Seattle by car, Mount Rainier is simply iconic in the state.<\/p>\n<p>It stands over 14,000 feet high and is often snow-capped.<\/p>\n<p>The mountain itself is surrounded by wildflower meadows and ancient forest, not to mention many pristine lakes and waterfalls.<\/p>\n<p>Wildlife is abundant here so keep your eyes peeled for elk, deer, marmot, and chipmunks.<\/p>\n<p>There are plenty of hikes available for people of all fitness levels.<\/p>\n<p>However, there are also several scenic spots accessible by car, such as the 6,400 foot high Sunrise (the highest point in the park reachable by vehicle).<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Distance from Seattle:\u00a0<\/strong>61 mi (98.2 km) via WA-167 N<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration: <\/strong>1 hour 22 minutes by car<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Darrington\"><\/span>9. Darrington<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1593\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Darrington.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Darrington.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Darrington-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Darrington-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Darrington-696x348.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>For an authentic mountain community experience, Darrington, Washington is the place to be.<\/p>\n<p>This small town in Snohomish County is located in a valley in the North Cascades.<\/p>\n<p>The mountains are right at your doorstep, which makes this a quiet and picturesque spot to spend a day outside of Seattle.<\/p>\n<p>Darrington is less than an hour and a half&#8217;s drive from Seattle and boasts some of the best hiking, camping, biking, and rafting in the state.<\/p>\n<p>Mountain Loop Highway, Squire Creek Park, Darrington Bluegrass Music Park, and Old School Park are all popular destinations for outdoor activities.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Distance from Seattle: <\/strong>75.2 mi (121 km) via I-5S and WA-530<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration:\u00a0<\/strong>1 hour 23 minutes by car<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 class=\"slide-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Bellingham\"><\/span>10. Bellingham<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1595\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Bellingham.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Bellingham.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Bellingham-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Bellingham-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Bellingham-696x348.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Head north to the scenic Pacific coast in Bellingham, Washington.<\/p>\n<p>Bellingham is located along the Canadian border and is a popular destination for people from all over.<\/p>\n<p>It has a ferry port with boats heading to Vancouver and Alaska.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s also the best starting point for those interested in heading to Mount Baker.<\/p>\n<p>Mount Baker is a snow-capped mountain that visitors can hike in the summer months or ski in the winter months.<\/p>\n<p>Attractions within Bellingham&#8217;s city centre include the SPARK Museum of Electrical Invention, and the Whatcom Museum showcasing art, nature, and local history.<\/p>\n<p>Lummi Island, Larrabee State Park, and Whatcom Falls Park are other popular outdoor spots.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Distance from Seattle:\u00a0<\/strong>88.4 mi (142.3 km) via I-5 S<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration: <\/strong>1 hour 30 minutes by car<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 class=\"slide-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Olympic_National_Forest\"><\/span>11. Olympic National Forest<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1597\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Olympic-National-Forest.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Olympic-National-Forest.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Olympic-National-Forest-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Olympic-National-Forest-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Olympic-National-Forest-696x348.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Enter a woodland forest at Olympic National Forest, less than 2 hours by car from Washington.<\/p>\n<p>This forest spans over 628,000 acres and surrounds the Olympic Mountain Range.<\/p>\n<p>Despite what the name would imply, Olympic National Forest isn&#8217;t just home to forests.<\/p>\n<p>Rather, it also has beaches, canyons, waterfalls, and mountains.<\/p>\n<p>Due to the diverse landscape, visitors to the forest can do everything from hiking and swimming to fishing and camping.<\/p>\n<p>Some of the most visited areas of the park include Lake Quinault, Mount Ellinor, and Lake Cushman.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Distance from Seattle:\u00a0<\/strong>108 mi (173.8 km) via I-5 N<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration:\u00a0<\/strong>1 hour 50 minutes by car<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Leavenworth\"><\/span>12. Leavenworth<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1598\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Leavenworth.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Leavenworth.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Leavenworth-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Leavenworth-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Leavenworth-696x348.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>We bet you never thought there would be a Bavarian-style village in Washington state!<\/p>\n<p>But think again, because Leavenworth, Washington is just that.<\/p>\n<p>This German-esque village in nestled in the Cascade Mountains.<\/p>\n<p>While it is only a little over 2 hours by car from Seattle, it will feel like you&#8217;ve been transported all the way to Munich.<\/p>\n<p>The village is made up of alpine-style buildings with restaurants serving German beer and food.<\/p>\n<p>Front Street is the most popular attraction, but the Nutcracker Museum (which houses thousands of nutcrackers) is also located here.<\/p>\n<p>There are many ski hills and wineries nearby, which makes it a great starting point if you&#8217;re looking to explore more of central Washington.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Distance from Seattle:\u00a0<\/strong>117 mi (188.3 km) via US-2 W<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration:\u00a0<\/strong>2 hours 15 minutes by car<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/leavenworth.org\/\">Official site<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_North_Cascades_National_Park\"><\/span>13. North Cascades National Park<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/North-Cascades-National-Park.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/North-Cascades-National-Park.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/North-Cascades-National-Park-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/North-Cascades-National-Park-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/North-Cascades-National-Park-696x348.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Some of the most beautiful scenery in the state awaits at North Cascades National Park.<\/p>\n<p>This stunning park is in the northern part of the state and is just over a two hour drive from Seattle.<\/p>\n<p>Alpine wilderness surrounds you here, as the park is packed with snow-capped mountains, glaciers, and lakes.<\/p>\n<p>Hiking, cycling, and swimming are all permitted here.<\/p>\n<p>When you&#8217;re hiking, be on the lookout for the park&#8217;s year round residents, including grizzly bears and gray wolves.<\/p>\n<p>Popular hikes include Cascade Pass Trail, Maple Pass Loop, Hidden Lake, Rainbow Loop, Diablo Lake, and Copper Ridge.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Distance from Seattle:\u00a0<\/strong>118 mi (189.9 km) via I-5S &amp; WA-20 W<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration:\u00a0<\/strong>2 hours 5 minutes by car<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Portland\"><\/span>14. Portland<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1602\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Portland.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Portland.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Portland-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Portland-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Portland-696x348.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>See two of the Pacific Northwest&#8217;s best cities by taking a trip to Portland while visiting Seattle.<\/p>\n<p>Portland has a reputation as one of the hippest cities in the United States and it is only two and a half hours from Seattle by car.<\/p>\n<p>The city is known for its many microbreweries, independent coffee shops, its thriving art scene, and its eco-friendliness.<\/p>\n<p>Biking is a way of life in the city so we recommending renting bikes upon arrival and exploring the city this way.<\/p>\n<p>Attractions in Portland include the Portland Japanese Garden, the Oregon Zoo, Washington Park, the Portland Art Museum, Forest Park, and Pittock Mansion.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you want to enjoy nature or culture in Portland, there is plenty to do in this Oregon city.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Distance from Seattle:\u00a0<\/strong>174 mi (280 km) via I-5 N<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration:\u00a0<\/strong>2 hour 41 minutes by car<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelportland.com\/\">Official site<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Mount_St_Helens\"><\/span>15. Mount St Helens<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1604\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Mount-St-Helens.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Mount-St-Helens.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Mount-St-Helens-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Mount-St-Helens-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Mount-St-Helens-696x348.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Visit the famous active volcano that is Mount St Helens on a day trip from Seattle.<\/p>\n<p>It will take just over three hours by car to arrive here, but as soon as you do, you will be stunned by its beauty.<\/p>\n<p>Mount St Helens stands 2,550 metres tall and is considered an active stratovolcano.<\/p>\n<p>It is located in the Cascade Mountain Range.<\/p>\n<p>In recent history, the mountain has become synonymous with its explosion in 1980 that killed 57 people.<\/p>\n<p>However, that hasn&#8217;t stopped many visitors from enjoying the mountain year round.<\/p>\n<p>Hiking, rock climbing, and mountaineering are all popular activities here.<\/p>\n<p>The Monitor Ridge Route is the most popular hiking trail in the summer months.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Distance from Seattle:\u00a0<\/strong>184 mi (296.1 km) via I-5 N<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration:\u00a0<\/strong>3 hours 10 minutes by car<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p>We hope this list has inspired you on your upcoming trip to Seattle!<\/p>\n<p>From visiting the Bavarian-style town of Leavenworth to travelling all the way to hip Portland, there are plenty of exciting road trips available to you from Seattle.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flydriveandstay.com\/united-states\/seattle-downtown\/\"><span class=\"td_btn td_btn_md td_default_btn\">Rent a Car in Seattle<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you thinking about heading outside of Seattle but not sure where to go? 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