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Table of Contents

About George Washington Inn ...... 2 Local Cities & Towns ...... 3 Outdoor Activities ...... 5 Hiking Trails ...... 5 Horseback Riding ...... 6 Biking/Cycling ...... 7 Waterfalls & Hot Springs ...... 9 Beaches ...... 10 Lighthouses ...... 11 Boating, Fishing & Whale Watching ...... 12 Parks ...... 13 Museums, Art Galleries ...... 14 Festivals & Special Events ...... 15 Shopping ...... 18 Restaurants ...... 19 Sequim ...... 19 Port Angeles ...... 20 Additional Resources ...... 21

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About George Washington Inn

Strategically located on a high bluff overlooking the between Sequim and Port Angeles on Washington State’s Olympic Peninsula, George Washington Inn offers luxurious accommodations just minutes from Olympic National Park. The Inn is modeled after our first president’s Mount Vernon estate in Virginia and is surrounded by over 5000 lavender plants. Whether hiking at Hurricane Ridge, whale- watching among the , exploring the beaches along the west coast, or taking the to , Canada, you will come home to modern luxury and amenities in this majestic inn reminiscent of colonial America.

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Local Cities & Towns Port Angeles Known as the Gateway to Olympic National Park, Port Angeles also serves as the US port for the Coho Ferry to Victoria. Stroll the waterfront trail, hike Hurricane Ridge, browse the antique shops, and enjoy all that the city has to offer.

Sequim Often referred to as America’s Provence, Sequim is located in the rain shadow of the and enjoys an ideal climate for the thousands of lavender plants in the Sequim-Dungeness Valley. Boutique shops abound, and a local museum showcases the art and history of the valley.

Forks Located in the heart of the Olympic Peninsula, Forks has a long tradition as a logging community. In recent years, Forks is best known as the setting for the Twilight fiction series by Stephanie Meyer. Nearby destinations include the Hoh Rain Forest, the west coast beaches, and the northwest tip of the continental USA at Flattery. Port Townsend Located at the northeast tip of the Olympic Peninsula, Port Townsend is a picturesque Victorian-era seaport. From art galleries to whale-watching to quaint gift shops, this eclectic town abounds in natural scenery.

Port Gamble Founded as a company mill town in 1853, Port Gamble invites you to step back in time to the of 100 years ago with its historic buildings, quiet streets, and picturesque views. Be sure to visit the old general store and post office, antique shops and tea shop.

Poulsbo Established by Norwegian immigrants in 1882, Poulsbo’s historic Downtown maintains a Scandinavian ambiance and is often referred to as “Little Norway on the Fjord”.

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Victoria, Easily reached via the Coho Ferry from Port Angeles, Victoria is the Garden City of Canada. The Inner Harbour boasts the Empress Hotel and BC Parliament Buildings along with a wide variety of gift shops. The Grey Line bus offers tours to Butchart Gardens. Be sure to bring your passport!

Seattle Perhaps best known for the Space Needle and Pike Place Market, is located on the beautiful just a short ferry ride from the Olympic Peninsula. SeaTac International Airport links Seattle with the rest of the world.

For additional information on any of these cities and towns, visit www.georgewashingtoninn.com/destinations

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Outdoor Activities Hiking Trails The Olympic Peninsula and Olympic National Park are a hiker’s paradise. From easy walks to challenging wilderness hikes, there truly are trails for everyone. The listings below are a few of our favorites, and we have included additional resources for you to explore to find the trails that are right for you. Many of these are described in greater detail on our website at https://www.georgewashingtoninn.com/day-trips-destinations.

Hurricane Ridge Hurricane Hill – 2.9 miles round trip Marymere Falls Trail – 1.8 miles round trip Heart o’ the Forest Trail – 4.1 miles round trip Spruce Railroad Trail – 4 miles one way with optional turnaround at 1.1 miles Hurricane Ridge Loops - a series of loops ranging from .3 miles to 1.5 miles depending on the route Moments in Time Trail - .5 miles one way, connects with Marymere Falls Trail Mount Angeles – 3.4 miles one way Sol Duc Falls Trail – 1.5 miles round trip Elk Mountain – 7.4 miles one way Lover’s Lane – 6 mile loop connecting Sol Duc Falls Lillian Ridge – 3.2 miles round trip with Sol Duc Hot Springs

Hoh Rain Forest Coastal Trails Spruce Nature Trail – 1.3 mile round trip (Neah Bay) – 1.2 miles round trip to the northwestern-most point of the continental USA Hall of Mosses Nature Trail - .8 mile round trip Shi Shi Beach – 4.4 miles round trip Trail – up to 10 miles round trip depending on turn-around point (Lake Ozette) – 6.6 miles round trip to Cape Alava, 8.6 miles round trip to Wedding Rocks South Fork of the Hoh River – 8 miles round trip Sand Point (Lake Ozette) – 6.2 miles round trip Maple Glade Nature Trail - .5 miles round trip Hole in the Wall (Rialto Beach) – 4.6 miles round trip Irely Lake Trail – 2.6 miles round trip Quillayute Needles – 4.8 miles round trip Cascading Terraces Nature Trail – 1 mile round trip Ruby Beach – 1.6 miles round trip Additional Resources Trails – https://www.fs.usda.gov/olympic/ Olympic National Park Trails – https://www.nps.gov/olym/planyourvisit Port Angeles Trails – https://www.alltrails.com/us/washington/port-angeles Washington Trails – https://www.wta.org

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Horseback Riding

Red Hawk Stables Red Hawk Stables is the one and only Guided Trail Riding Facility open to the public on the Olympic Peninsula. The experienced wranglers will guide you step by step on bonding with and riding your horse throughout the tour. https://www.redhawkstables.com/trail-rides

Freedom Farm, Inc. Freedom Farm is a riding stable in Sequim, just five minutes from the George Washington Inn. From riding lessons to horse training and clinics, Freedom Farm is worth a visit if you love horses. https://www.freedom-farm.net

Olympic Discovery Trail Horseback riding is allowed in certain sections of this paved trail that begins in Port Townsend and will ultimately reach all the way to the west coast. Be sure to check the website for accessibility. https://www.olympicdiscoverytrail.org

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Biking An abundance of trails, combined with scenic rural roads, make the Olympic Peninsula a great place for cycling. An increasing number of organized rides occur throughout the year, and several bike shops actively support the biking community.

Bike-Friendly Trails

Olympic Discovery Trail This paved trail begins in Port Townsend and will ultimately reach all the way to the west coast. Currently the trail is completed as far west as the Bridge with additional completed sections around Lake Crescent and near the coast. https://www.olympicdiscoverytrail.org

Mountain Biking Trails in Olympic National Forest Trails within the Olympic National Forest vary from steep, challenging trails to narrow gravel roads. Cyclists enjoy a variety of scenery, from forest to streamside to panoramic vistas. https://www.fs.usda.gov/activity/olympic/recreation/bicycling/?recid=47687&actid=24

Rails-to-Trails on the Olympic Peninsula In addition to the Olympic Discovery Trail described above, the Spruce Railroad Trail along the north side of Lake Crescent is another rails-to-trails cycling opportunity. For additional information: https://www.traillink.com/trailsearch/?city=port+angeles&state=WA

Mountain Bike Excursions

Adventures through Kayaking If you enjoy coasting through the forest and soaking up the amazing panoramas of the Olympic Peninsula, this half- day mountain biking excursion will be a highlight of your trip. Appropriate for anyone 12 and over who is moderately fit, the trail is well-groomed and maintained with no more than a 7% grade. https://www.atkayaking.com/mountain-bike

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Bike Shops Providing sales, service and rentals Ben’s Bikes Bike Garage 1251 W Washington St., Sequim, WA 98382 403 S Lincoln, Ste 2, Port Angeles, WA 98362 360-683-2666, https://www.bensbikessequim.com 360-504-2040, https://www.facebook.com/BikeGaragePA

Sound Bikes & Kayaks Adventures Through Kayaking 120 E Front St., Port Angeles, WA 98362 2358 Hwy 101 West, Port Angeles, WA 98363 360-457-1240, http://www.soundbikeskayaks.com 360-417-3015 https://www.atkayaking.com/mountain-bike- rentalsshuttles

Cycling Events

Tour de Lavender Cycle the lavender farms of the Sequim Dungeness Valley on the first Saturday of August. Serious riders complete the Metric Century while casual riders enjoy the Family Fun Ride. https://tourdelavender.com

Ride the Hurricane Ride from Port Angeles to the top of Hurricane Ridge on the first Sunday of August – a 15-mile steady climb to the magnificent summit.

Tour de Forts This tour, held in early June, starts at , makes a stop at Old , and visits Fort Flagler, taking the cyclist through the history of Jefferson County.

S’Klallam Totem Tour Recumbent Ride This no-fee, open registration event in mid-July takes riders to more than 40 local Jamestown S’Klallam totem poles between Blyn and Sequim using the Olympic Discovery Trail and local bike paths.

Tour de Dung(eness) Road Race Held in mid-March, this racing event has a start/finish across from the Dungeness State Park and Recreation Area in Sequim.

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Waterfalls & Hot Springs

Marymere Falls Marymere Falls is one of the favorite destinations for our guests at George Washington Inn. At a leisurely pace, you can hike this trail through the lush forest to the falls and back in about an hour and a half. With assistance, it is also an accessible hike to the lower viewpoint. Located just south of Lake Crescent. http://www.georgewashingtoninn.com/destinations

Sol Duc Falls & Hot Springs Just a short distance west of Lake Crescent, turn south on Sol Duc Hot Springs Road and drive about 12 miles through old growth forest, past the salmon run, to the hot springs, offering three mineral hot spring soaking pools and one freshwater pool. The falls are located a short 1.6 mile round trip hike from the hot springs. Consider extending your hike to take in the scenic Lover’s Lane trail – another 2.8 miles from the falls back to the hot springs.

Madison Creek Falls This falls is easily accessible by everyone, including visitors who may be wheelchair-bound or have other mobility challenges, via a short 200-foot paved path to the base of the falls.

For a complete listing of additional falls on the Olympic Peninsula http://www.olympicpeninsulawaterfalltrail.com

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Beaches West Coast Beaches Local Beaches

Dungeness Spit and Wildlife Refuge The Dungeness Spit is one of the world’s longest sand spits, and it shelters a bay that is rich in marine life, waterfowl and migrating birds. Whether pursuing the 5.5-mile hike to the New Dungeness Lighthouse or simply enjoying a casual stroll along the beach, the vistas and wildlife are amazing. https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/dungeness- national-wildlife-refuge Rialto Beach One of the most popular and easily-accessed beaches on the Olympic Peninsula, Rialto Beach is perhaps best known for the Hole-in-the-Wall, a sea stack formation. Be sure to check the tide tables before hiking too far. http://www.visitolympicpeninsula.org/rialtobeach.html

Second Beach One of three beaches just south of the village of LaPush, the trail is well-maintained. It begins with a short climb and ends with a short steep descent to the Pillar Point beach. A panorama of sea stacks, including the Also designated as an Audubon IBA (Important Bird Quillayute Needles , two Area) due to its wide variety of shorebirds and its arches, and crashing breakers await. unique estuary bay shoreline habitat, you can venture https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/second-beach onto the mudflats during crab season or simply enjoy the shoreline. Shi Shi Beach http://www.clallam.net/Parks/pillarpoint.html Beach access begins with a two-mile rainforest hike from the trailhead to the beach. A 2.5 mile walk along Port Williams the beach ends at the Point of Arches. Also visible is the General M.C. Meigs shipwreck. A one-acre county park, this beach is a gem for http://olympicpeninsula.org/things-to- families. Be sure to watch for an elk herd along the do/beaches/shi-shi-beach way. https://olympicpeninsula.org/things-to- do/beaches/port-williams-beach Ruby Beach Perhaps the easiest beach to access (just a short ¼ Cline Spit mile hike), it is no less spectacular than the other A great spot to launch a small boat or kayak and beaches on the west coast. explore the inner Dungeness Bay. https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/ruby-beach http://www.clallam.net/Parks/clinespit.html

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Lighthouses Our location on the northern coast of Washington State provides an unparalleled view of over ten lighthouses and easy driving access to several more. A few are open for tours, others are inaccessible, but all are still in operation. New Dungeness Easily visible from the inn’s piazza, the upstairs veranda, and the north windows of all of our guest suites, the New Dungeness Lighthouse sits at the end of the Dungeness Spit just a short drive from the inn. To reach the lighthouse requires a 5.5 mile hike along the Spit or a charter boat trip aboard the Water Limousine, but the lighthouse keepers will gladly give you a tour of the lighthouse when you reach this destination. http://www.newdungenesslighthouse.com

Ediz Hook Although the original lighthouse has been moved into Port Angeles and is now used as a private residence, there is still a beacon atop the control tower of the Coast Guard Station that serves the northwest’s deepest harbor in Port Angeles. https://www.lighthousefriends.com/light.asp?ID=147

Cape Flattery Cape Flattery was named by Captain James Cook on March 22, 1778 when he wrote, "there appeared to be a small opening which flattered us with the hopes of finding an harbour ... On this account I called the point of land to the north of it Cape Flattery." The lighthouse was first illuminated in 1857 and remained in operation until 2009 when a solar-powered LED was mounted on a skeletal light tower. https://www.lighthousefriends.com/light.asp?ID=120

Point Wilson marks the western side of the entrance to from the Strait of Juan de Fuca and serves as an important landmark for vessels traveling to and from the Puget Sound. Today you can walk the sandy beach to reach the lighthouse at Fort Worden State Park. https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/fort-worden-state-park-point-wilson

Other lighthouses visible from George Washington Inn http://www.lighthousefriends.com

Canada San Juan Islands Race Rocks Burrows Island Trial Islands Cattle Point Fisgard Lime Kiln Lighthouse Discovery Island Sheringham Point Ogden Point Breakwater

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Boating, Fishing & Whale Watching Surrounded on three sides by water, opportunities for water adventure abound. are a common form of transportation from the Olympic Peninsula to “the other side of the pond”, and marine life is plentiful.

Ferries Cruises

Black Ball Ferry to Victoria Protection Island Bird Migration Cruise The M.V. Coho, operated by the Black Ball Ferry Line, Protection Island is an amazing National Wildlife is the only year-round vehicle and passenger ferry Refuge located just outside of Port Townsend and is a service between Washington State and Victoria, favorite destination for viewing rhinoceros auklets, British Columbia. With one round-trip crossing per day glaucous-winged gulls, harbor seals and the beautiful in the winter and up to four round-trip crossings in the summer, the ferry has been in operation for over 55 tufted puffins. years. Guests at George Washington Inn frequently http://www.pugetsoundexpress.com/tours/birdwatc use the ferry for a day trip to the Butchart Gardens hing-tours/bird-migration-cruise and the beautiful Garden City of Canada – Victoria. https://www.cohoferry.com Whale Watching

Washington State Ferries George Washington Inn has partnered with Puget Sound Express to provide a variety of whale watching Three of the Washington State Ferry routes – opportunities. Our guests experience the Kingston/Edmonds, Bainbridge Island/Seattle, and professionalism and quality guest services of the staff Bremerton/Seattle – cross the Puget Sound to the at Puget Sound Express. Whether you’re staying with greater Seattle area. The Port Townsend-Coupeville us at the Inn or not, we highly booking your whale route connects the peninsula with Whidbey Island. watching tour through Puget Sound Express. https://www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries https://www.pugetsoundexpress.com

Kayaking/Canoeing/Rafting

Adventures Through Kayaking Kayak and paddleboard rentals, sea kayaking and paddleboard tours, rafting trips. Many opportunities for adventure. https://www.atkayaking.com

Lake Crescent Rentals The Water Limousine Kayak and canoe rentals and scenic kayak tours of the Captain Charles Martin offers private cruises for up to lake. https://www.olympicnationalparks.com/things- six passengers aboard his 26-foot powered catamaran to-do/boat-paddleboard-rentals-olympic-peninsula - Livin’ the Dream. Possible destinations include Protection Island, the San Juan Islands, or a historical lighthouse tour, but Captain Charles is happy to take you where you want to go. http://thewaterlimousine.com

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Local Parks

Olympic Game Farm Get up close and personal with wildlife as you drive through 84 acres of terrain that is home to a variety of free-ranging animals that include llama, yak, elk, bison, deer, zebra, and domestic horses. In addition, be sure to wave to the bears – there’s a good chance they’ll wave back! As you drive through the park, you may feed the animals through your car windows. Prepare to receive some slobber and lots of great photo opportunities in return. https://olygamefarm.com

Sequim Bay State Park Located just east of Sequim and north of Highway 101, is a year-round marine camping park consisting of 92 acres and nearly 5000 feet of saltwater coast. https://parks.state.wa.us/582/Sequim-Bay

John Wayne Marina John Wayne was a frequent visitor to Sequim Bay aboard the family yacht, the “Wild Goose.” Land for the marina was donated in his memory in 1975. Today visitors enjoy restful waterscapes as a backdrop for a leisurely picnic or a stroll along the waterfront. https://portofpa.com/186/John-Wayne-Marina

Carrie Blake Park (Sequim) Located on the east side of the city of Sequim, Carrie Blake Park has softball fields, playground equipment, an off-leash dog park and picnic shelter. https://www.sequimwa.gov/Facilities/Facility/Details/2

Robin Hill Farm County Park With 195 acres of forest, meadow and wetland, the park has 3.4 miles of developed walking trails and 2.5 miles of equestrian trails. http://www.clallam.net/Parks/robinhillfarm.html

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Museums & Art Galleries Sequim Museum and Arts Center The Sequim-Dungeness Valley regional natural and cultural history museum features historical and art exhibits on a rotating basis, including the Manis Mastodon, Boys in the Boat, photography by Ross Hamilton, and more. https://www.sequimmuseum.com

Makah Museum Located in Neah Bay, the Museum interprets and houses artifacts recovered from the Ozette Archaeological Site as well as other replica pieces and photographs that are related to the Makah Tribe. https://makahmuseum.com

Northwest Native Expressions Art Gallery Traditional and contemporary art forms associated with the Northwest Native Americans. The gallery is located in Blyn near the 7 Cedars Casino. https://northwestnativeexpressions.com

Blue Whole Gallery The gallery is a cooperative gallery showcasing the works of more than 35 well-known and emerging Northwest artists. https://bluewholegallery.com

Port Angeles Fine Arts Center & Webster’s Woods Art Park The Fine Arts Center offers exhibitions with a Northwest flavor. Webster’s Woods is a five-acre “museum without walls” that features over 125 sculptures and site works along as series of rustic trails. http://www.pafac.org/websters-woods-sculpture-park.html

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Festivals and Special Events Listed in date order

Sequim Irrigation Festival The oldest continuously running festival in Washington State, the Sequim Irrigation Festival celebrates the work of the early pioneers to bring water to the parched prairie through the design and development of irrigation ditches from the Dungeness River in 1895. http://www.irrigationfestival.com

Port Townsend Victorian Festival Celebrate Port Townsend’s rich Victorian history, culture and architecture. http://www.vicfest.org

Olympic Peninsula Birdfest Timed to overlap wintering birds and the start of spring migration, participants have the opportunity to participate in numerous field trips throughout the Olympic Peninsula to view a wide variety of birds. Held in mid-April. https://olympicbirdfest.org

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Juan de Fuca Festival An annual music festival/celebration held on Memorial Day weekend in Port Angeles. http://www.jffa.org

North Olympic Discovery Marathon A Boston Marathon qualifier and USATF-Certified Course, the marathon is run from Sequim to Port Angeles on the first Sunday of June. Options include a kids marathon all the way up to the full marathon. https://runsignup.com/Race/WA/PortAngeles/nodm

Washington Lavender Festival Celebrate all things lavender at the George Washington Inn & Estate. Music, vendors, crafts, food, afternoon tea, and lavender ice cream & lemonade. https://www.facebook.com/walavenderfestival

Sequim Lavender Weekend Celebrate all that America’s Provence has to offer on the third weekend of July. Many of the lavender farms in the Sequim-Dungeness Valley put on a festival at their own farm, and there is a vendor fair in Sequim. https://www.visitsunnysequim.com/166/Lavender-Weekend

Hymn Sing by the Sea Enjoy our country’s rich hymn heritage at this public hymn sing held at George Washington Inn & Estate overlooking the Strait of Juan de Fuca on the last Saturday of July. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kA9H1qtAR7Y

NW Colonial Festival Held the second weekend of August at the George Washington Inn & Estate, this festival brings reenactors from all over the west coast for daily reenactments of the colonial battles of Lexington Green and the Concord Bridge along with a colonial village, period artisans and much more. https://colonialfestival.com

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Air Affaire Hot air balloons, vintage planes and a car show are highlights of this event held at the Sequim Valley Airport in the late summer. http://olympicpeninsulaairaffaire.com/

Wooden Boat Festival With over 300 boats in the water and on land, 120 presentations and dozens of exhibitors, the Wooden Boat Festival is possibly the most inspirational and educational wooden boat event in the world. Held the first weekend after Labor Day. https://woodenboat.org

Dungeness River Festival Sponsored by the Dungeness River Audubon Center at Railroad Bridge Park in Sequim, the festival celebrates the vital importance of the Dungeness River to the Sequim-Dungeness Valley. Interactive nature exhibits, presentations, festivities. https://dungenessrivercenter.org/dungeness-river-festival

Dungeness Crab and Seafood Festival

Celebrate the world-famous Dungeness Crab on the beautiful waterfront in Port Angeles. Crabfeed, cooking demonstrations, chowder cook-off, crab derby, craft vendors, and more. https://landing.crabfestival.org

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Shopping As part of small-town America, the Olympic Peninsula is home to a plethora of small, family- owned shops, from antiques to books and a wide variety of locally-made products.

Over the Fence This store is a destination in itself – full of quality “necessities” for your home and garden. https://overthefencehome.com/

Heather Creek Up-cycled furniture, found objects, French Country inspired décor and delightful fragrances for bath, body and home. https://www.facebook.com/HeatherCreekSequim

Forage Gifts & Northwest Treasures Located in the heart of downtown Sequim, Forage Gifts & Northwest Treasures is a locally- owned gift shop offering contemporary novelty souvenirs that represent Sequim and the Pacific Northwest. http://www.foragegifts.com/

Nash’s Organic Produce The farm store features a huge variety of the freshest organic fruits and vegetables, local dairy products and meats. http://nashsorganicproduce.com/

Dungeness Valley Creamery This family-owned and operated dairy sells raw Jersey milk and cream. http://www.dungenessvalleycreamery.com/

Swain’s General Store Swain’s is a complete full-line general mercantile. Whether you’re shopping for something in particular or just browsing, Swain’s is worth a visit. http://www.swainsinc.com/store

Antique Shops https://www.visitportangeles.com/things-to-do-port- angeles/shopping-in-port-angeles/antique-stores

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Restaurants The Olympic Peninsula boasts an amazing number of high-end restaurants. Included in this section are some of our guests’ favorites, but this is by no means an exhaustive listing.

Sequim

Alder Wood Bistro Chef Gabriel and his wife, Jessica, are committed to using the highest quality ingredients and to support local producers who practice sustainable and organic methods. The restaurant is only open Thursday through Saturday, so reservations are highly recommended. http://www.alderwoodbistro.com/

Blondie’s Plate Small plates of some of the best ingredients the Northwest has to offer. The menu includes a wide selection of starters, salads, smaller bites and full meals. https://www.facebook.com/Blondies-Plate- 234580430014745/info/

Dockside Grill Dockside Grill is the only waterfront restaurant in Sequim, serving award-winning steaks and seafood. Located at the John Wayne Marina. Their motto is, “Our guests are the main ingredient to our success.” http://www.docksidegrill-sequim.com/

Nourish Nourish is a picturesque garden-to-plate restaurant, featuring a delicious, healthy menu created around locally produced food and beverages. Located at the base of Bell Hill on a historic 1880s pioneer farm. http://www.nourishsequim.com

Old Mill Café Featuring homestyle breakfasts and lunches, the Old Mill Café also has an extensive dinner menu for all tastes. The rustic sawmill décor pays homage to the historic old sawmill that once stood across the road from the restaurant. http://old-millcafe.com

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Tedesco’s Italian Fresh Airy, vibrant trattoria with outdoor tables serving classic Italian comfort eats. https://www.tedescosfresh.com

Salty Girls Sequim Seafood Company The Pacific Northwest is blessed with rich waters. Salty Girls brings together world-class seafood from sustainable farms and simply-made enriching foods. Dine in or take out. Showcasing oysters, chowders, grown-up grilled cheeses and salads. https://saltygirlsseafood.com

Port Angeles

Bella Italia The premier Italian restaurant on the Olympic Peninsula, Bella Italia blends classic Italian fare with local ingredients to produce a memorable dining experience. https://www.bellaitaliapa.com

Kokopelli Grill Chef Michael combines flavors of the Southwest with his classical culinary background, handcrafting everything from the salad dressing to their signature sauces and soups. http://www.kokopelli-grill.com

Next Door Gastropub Traditional pub fare with fresh and local ingredients. http://www.nextdoorgastropub.com

Sabai Thai The very best of Thai cuisine, “sabai” means “relaxed and comfortable.” Sabai Thai offers a full-range of Thai flavors, a harmony of tastes. http://www.sabaithaipa.com

Woodfire Grill Serving delicious wood-fired steak, seafood, pizza and pasta, with delicious homemade desserts. http://www.ldswoodfiregrill.com

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Additional Resources

Additional information about many of these destinations and activities can be found on our website at www.georgewashingtoninn.com/day-trips-destinations and at http://www.olympicpeninsula.org

Dan and Janet are happy to help you customize your vacation when you book your reservation at George Washington Inn. A variety of packages are also available for our guests.