Head to one of the many exciting destinations all within a day’s travel in this diverse state. If you want to explore the outdoors, you came to the right city. Port Angeles is home to Pillar Point County Park which has 4.3 acres of salt water mud flats and grassy bluffs. This park has some of the best public yet secluded views of the blue waters of the Straight of Juan de Fuca on the Olympic Peninsula. More scenic views await you at the 196-acre Salt Creek Recreation Area County Park, which includes upland forests, rocky bluffs, rocky tide pools, a sand beach, Salt Creek access, campsites, and panoramic water views. If you’ve managed to explore Olympic National Park, Rialto Beach, Madison Falls Trail, Cape Flattery Trail and more, take a relaxing tour through the city.This portside city showcases its history and art in a variety of museums and galleries like the Art on the Town Outdoor Sculpture Gallery. View these sculptures with a walking tour brochure available at many downtown stores.
The Clallam County Historical Society’s Museum at the Carnegie features stories of people who settled the area and other exhibits that cover a variety of historical stories. For a completely different view of the city, fly in a hot air balloon over the Olympic Peninsula where you’ll have an eagle eye perspective of the Olympic Mountains, Victoria, BC on Vancouver Island, Mt. Baker and the Cascade Range including Mt. Rainier, the islands of the Salish Sea, the communities of Port Angeles and Sequim and the Pacific Ocean. Visiting Port Angeles is like stepping into a city with numerous opportunities to trek through the mountains, swim in the ocean and leave with a piece of history. Hotels in Port Angeles are a great way to explore this diverse city. Book with Choice Hotels in Port Angeles for a breath of cool, crisp air and an unforgettable trip. Book online now!