Washington State Center Wiki: Travel And Tourism In Washington

Travel and Tourism Washington

Washington Directory Of Travel and Tourism

Battle Ground, Yacolt and Chelatchie Prairie Railroad - Provides info about fares, history, and volunteer opportunities for a railroad line running between Battle Ground and Chelatchie Prairie. Clark County, Washington

Discovery Coast - Online magazine providing information about weather, accommodations, dining, recreation, contacts and a business directory. Pacific County, Washington

Fort Canby State Park - Information about camping, lodging, directions, fees and permits at this park off highway 101 near Ilwaco, WA. Pacific County, Washington

Grant County Fairgrounds - Information about upcoming events, past events, and fairground facilities. Grant County, Washington

Ike Kinswa State Park - Info about camping, lodging, directions, fees and permits at this park located north of Mossyrock and Mayfield Lake. Lewis County, Washington
Island County Visitors Guide - Camano and Whidbey Island accommodations, art galleries, calendar of events, chambers of commerce, parks, tourist attractions, and a guestbook. Island County, Washington

Kittitas County Fair - Schedule, carnival, parking, map, directions, entry forms, and admission. Kittitas County, Washington

The Palouse Scenic Byway - 208 miles of rolling hills and farmland with rich history, small town charm, spectacular scenic vistas and outstanding recreational opportunities. Whitman County, Washington
Park Facility Rentals - Locations and descriptions of rustic lodges, community centers, and a mansion that may be rented for conventions, meetings, weddings, receptions, and other celebrations and gatherings. King County, Washington
Pierce County Visitor Information - Festivals, sporting events, outdoor recreation, landmarks, entertainment, and other fun attractions in and around Pierce County, Washington. Pierce County, Washington

Skagit County Tourism - Links to tourist information from the Chambers of Commerce of Anacortes, Burlingon, Concrete, [LaConner]Create?, Mount Vernon, Sedro Woolley, and the North Cascades. Skagit County, Washington
Skagit Valley Destination Guide - Travel and recreation information for the Skagit Valley, including details and pictures from the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival. Skagit County, Washington
Snohomish.Org - The Snohomish County Tourism office. Snohomish County, Washington
Sun Lakes State Park - Information about camping, lodging, directions, fees and permits for this park near Dry Falls and Coulee City, WA. Grant County, Washington
Suncadia - A resort community taking shape on 6,000 acres of rolling hills. Kittitas County, Washington
Suncadia Resort - A proposed master planned resort (MPR) near the cities of Roslyn and Cle Elum. Kittitas County, Washington

Tacoma Pierce County Convention and Visitor Bureau - Information about lodging, dining, shopping, attractions, tours, sight seeing, transportation, maps, vacation packages, discounts and film commission in the Tacoma-Pierce County area. Pierce County, Washington
Thurston County Fair - Annual five-day five-day fair. Offers admissions information, along with details about the origin and schedule of the fair. Thurston County, Washington
Tour Grant County - Provides info about attractions, recreation, local history, an events calendar, and lodging in Grant County, Washington. Grant County, Washington
Tourism Lewis County - Information on local outdoor activities, from hiking and camping to lodging and restaurants. Lewis County, Washington
Travel and events guide to Ferry County, Washington - Guide for travelers and tourists including pictures, information about lodging, museums, attractions, restaurants, events, community services, and shopping. Ferry County, Washington

UntraveledRoad - Clallam County - Photographic virtual tour depicts roads and trails in the county. Clallam County, Washington

Visit Kitsap - The Kitsap Peninsula Visitor and Convention Bureau site offers a variety of links to recreation, sightseeing, and cultural activities. Kitsap County, Washington

Whidbey Island From A to Z - Fact about Whidbey Island for each letter of the alphabet. Island County, Washington
Whidbey Island Garden Tour - Annual tour of five or six gardens, with proceeds benefiting local conservation groups. Photos of past events, beneficiary application form. Island County, Washington
Whidbey Island Visitors Guide - A great starting point for locating lodging and accommodations, including bed and breakfasts, hotels, Inns, vacation rentals and other places to stay and things to do. Island County, Washington
Whidbey and Camano - Do Nothing Here - Official site of Whidbey and Camano Islands. Offers an overview of the islands, including weather, driving directions, calendar, dining, attractions, and accommodations. Island County, Washington
Willapa Bay Organization - Find info about Willapa Bay in Pacific County, Willapa Seaport Museum, Pacific County Historical Museum, Razor Clams, Community Theatre, Casino in Tokeland, and golfing among other things. Pacific County, Washington

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Daily Facts

Before it became a state, the territory was called Columbia (named after the Columbia River). When it was granted statehood, the name was changed to Washington, supposedly so people wouldn't confuse it with The District of Columbia.
Washington is ranked #1 in the production of hops with 74% of the total.
There are currently 857 dams in the State of Washington

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