TRIP FROM SEATTLE TO OREGON
TRIP FROM SEATTLE TO OREGON
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Fly into Seattle and drive down to Hood River
Fly into Seattle and drive down to Hood River
We love the life that we are building in Seattle, WA. If you’re goal is a direct flight, you can always fly into SEA-TAC and enjoy Seattle and work your way down to Hood River for the wedding weekend with some excellent stops along the way! More drive time, but all of it will be scenic! There is so much to do in the city and great pit-stops along the way to Hood River, OR. We included some pictures and recommendations below if you plan to enjoy the city before our wedding weekend.
Seattle Area Attractions
Seattle Area Attractions
Pike Place Market - Iconic market with fresh seafood, flowers, and local crafts.
Seattle Aquarium
Space Needle & Chihuly Garden and Glass - Classic Seattle experience with city views
Kerry Park - Best skyline photo spot in the city
Washington State Ferries - Scenic ferry rides to Bainbridge Island or other destinations
Golden Gardens / Alki Beaches - lounge on the sand and enjoy the mountain views our go tidepooling at low tide
Ballard Neighborhood - cute area for shopping, great food, and checking out the Ballard Locks for salmon runs
Seattle Hiking
Seattle Hiking
Discovery Park Loop Trail - Easy 2.8-mile loop with Puget Sound views and lighthouse
Burke Gilman Trail - Start at Gas Works Park and walk North towards the university for great views of Lake Union and fun places to stop for a drink (Gas Works Brewing and Westward)
Snow Lake Trail - Moderate 6.5 trail that leads to an incredible alpine lake. Our absolute favorite!
Snoqualmie Falls Trail - Easy 1.5-mile trail to view the famous 270-foot waterfall (featured in Twin Peaks)
Rattlesnake Ledge - Moderate 4-mile roundtrip hike with panoramic views of Mount Rainier and the Cascade Range
Mount Si Trail - Challenging 6.5-mile roundtrip hike with incredible views (for the more adventurous guests)
West Tiger Mountain : #3 Summit Loop - Hard 4.5-mile loop with incredible views of Mount Rainier & Seattle
Seattle Lodging
Seattle Lodging
Courtyard Marriott South Lake Union
Hotel Ballard
The Edgewater Hotel
Our Favorite Seattle Eats
Our Favorite Seattle Eats
Rays Boathouse
Pike Place Chowder
Taylor Shellfish Farms
Dukes Seafood
Backyard Bagel
Lupo Pizza
Fremont Bowl
Gasworks Brewing
Salt & Straw Ice Cream
Olympic Mtn Range from Golden Gardens Beach
Pike Place Chowder
Mt. Rainier from Tiger Mountain Near Seattle
Snow Lake Trail
You could also skip the city and drive straight south from the airport to visit Mount Rainier National Park for some of the most beautiful hikes and views that we have experienced...
You could also skip the city and drive straight south from the airport to visit Mount Rainier National Park for some of the most beautiful hikes and views that we have experienced...
Mount Rainier Area
Mount Rainier Area
Paradise Visitor Center - Educational exhibits and stunning mountain views
Longmire Museum - Historic area with exhibits about the park's natural and cultural history
Scenic drives - Paradise Road and Stevens Canyon Road (seasonal) offer incredible mountain vistas
Mount Rainier Hiking
Mount Rainier Hiking
Skyline Trail at Paradise - Various loop options (1.2-5.5 miles) with wildflower meadows and Mount Rainier views - go clockwise!
Silver Falls Trail - Moderate 3-mile roundtrip to a 200-foot waterfall
Nisqually Vista Trail - Easy 1.2-mile roundtrip with glacier views
Comet Falls Trail - Moderate 3.8-mile roundtrip to a spectacular 320-foot waterfall
Mount Rainier Lodging
Mount Rainier Lodging
Paradise Inn - Historic 1917 lodge in the park (seasonal, advance reservations essential)
National Park Inn at Longmire - Year-round historic lodge with rustic charm
Copper Creek Inn - We stayed here and loved it & their cute little restaurant
Skyline Trail at Paradise
Skyline Trail at Paradise
Copper Creek Inn Amenities - Muir Cabin
Narada Falls - at Paradise
TIPS
TIPS
SEA-TAC airport has a shuttle to their rental car facility. If you don't plan on renting a car while in Seattle, be aware that Seattle Uber prices are astronomical.
There are two main visiting areas of Mount Rainier National Park: Paradise (south side of the mountain) and Sunrise (north side of the mountain). Paradise is probably more logical logistically, but both are incredible in their own ways so research which you'd prefer!
This will be peak season for Rainier so it will be very busy, book early! It is also wildfire season so please keep this in mind and monitor fires the weeks leading up to your trip.
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