Mt. St. Helens
20 years after its eruption, St. Helens is still a truly remarkable sight. The process of natural regeneration is readily apparent, and each mountain zone has a different landscape. Spy elk, foxes, and an occasional brown bear rambling around the woods. The Ape Cave and Lava Tubes make for interesting day trips from the St. Helens base.

Washington Coast
Although it's taken a backseat to the Oregon Coast, Washington's coastline is also quite an attractive sight. Long Beach is probably the most famous feature, with its miles of sand and position next to the sprawling mouth of the Columbia. Farther north, Grays Harbor, has great clam digging, fishing, and hiking, and the Quinalt and Olympic forests stretch out in stunning lushness.

Mt. Baker
The crown jewel of the North Cascades glaciers, Mt. Baker is a unique world away from bustling Seattle. Rafting, hiking, and skiing are all available. And, wildlife enthusiasts will delight in the Grizzly bears and wolves that roam the park, which is just a short drive from the Bellingham area.