6 Relaxing Washington Getaways Worth the Drive

You want to travel, to get away, to go on vacation! But where do you want to go? How about some place that isn’t too far away? Some place that’s by the water, but not divorced from society. Some place that’s charming and will help your stress melt away. We've got the list of places that might just be the perfect fit for you and a fun getaway.

Gas Up And Hit The Road

I recently wrote an article about ways to make your gas mileage stretch so you can get the most out of your road trips. You can read that here.

man driving straight on pathway during day time

How Long Is A Washington Drive?

One of the nice things about the Evergreen State of Washington is no matter your destination, you can get there within 12 hours. Sure, there are bathroom breaks, possible construction delays (looking at you, I-5), weather, and exact location to take into account.

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But for the most part, you can travel from one corner of Washington to the other in 8 and a half to 10 and a half hours, according to Google and Distance Calculator.

Luckily, these beautiful and charming towns shouldn’t take you that long of a drive for a visit, but when you’re there, you might find yourself wanting to spend much more time there (at least more time than you spent driving). Take a look at these places and make a plan.

Which of these places do you plan to take a vacation or at least a short adventure to visit? Are there any other towns you’ve visited and you speak high praises for? If so, Tap the App and let us know, and we’ll check them out.