24 days in Washington State, Oregon & Montana Itinerary

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Seattle
— 3 nights
Drive
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Mount Rainier National Park
— 1 night
Drive
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Olympic National Park
— 4 nights
Drive
4
Cannon Beach
— 2 nights
Drive
5
Portland
— 3 nights
Drive
6
Hood River
— 2 nights
Fly
7
Big Sky
— 2 nights
Fly
8
Glacier National Park
— 5 nights
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Seattle — 3 nights

Emerald City

Step out of Seattle with an excursion to B&B Family Farm in Sequim--about 2 hours away. There's much more to do: enjoy breathtaking views from Space Needle, wander the streets of Pike Place Market, get to know the resident critters at Woodland Park Zoo, and see the interesting displays at The Museum of Flight.

For more things to do, ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Seattle road trip app.

Paris, France to Seattle is an approximately 13-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Paris to Seattle is minus 9 hours. July in Seattle sees daily highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Wed) early enough to take a train to Mount Rainier National Park.
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Mount Rainier National Park — 1 night

On the 6th (Thu), take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Mount Rainier, stroll through Skyline Trail, and then appreciate the views at Paradise Valley.

To find other places to visit, more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Mount Rainier National Park vacation website.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Seattle to Mount Rainier National Park. Traveling from Seattle in July, plan for slightly colder nights in Mount Rainier National Park, with lows around 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Thu) to allow time to travel to Olympic National Park.
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Olympic National Park — 4 nights

Step out of Olympic National Park with an excursion to Merriman Falls in Quinault--about 58 minutes away. There's still lots to do: take a memorable drive along Hurricane Ridge, hike along Sol Duc Falls, delve into the lush surroundings at Hoh Rain Forest Visitor Center, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Murhut Falls.

To find ratings, photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Olympic National Park journey builder tool.

Explore your travel options from Mount Rainier National Park to Olympic National Park with the Route module. When traveling from Mount Rainier National Park in July, plan for little chillier days in Olympic National Park, with highs around 24°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 13°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Mon) so you can catch the bus to Cannon Beach.
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Cannon Beach — 2 nights

Kick off your visit on the 11th (Tue): look for gifts at Cloud and Leaf Bookstore, immerse yourself in nature at Ecola State Park, then take in the dramatic natural features at Haystack Rock, and finally stroll through Cannon Beach. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: admire the majestic nature at Nehalem Bay State Park, hike along Cedar Wetlands Preserve, then enjoy the sand and surf at Manzanita Beach, and finally admire the majestic nature at Oswald West State Park.

For photos, maps, reviews, and tourist information, read Cannon Beach day trip planner.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Olympic National Park to Cannon Beach. July in Cannon Beach sees daily highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Portland.
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Portland — 3 nights

City of Roses

When in Portland, make a side trip to see Multnomah Falls in Bridal Veil, approximately Bridal Veil away. Dedicate the 14th (Fri) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. There's lots more to do: stop by Powell's City of Books, hike along Forest Park, stroll around Laurelhurst Park, and take in nature's colorful creations at International Rose Test Garden.

To see photos, reviews, maps, and more tourist information, read our Portland driving holiday planner.

Getting from Cannon Beach to Portland by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. While traveling from Cannon Beach, expect a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Portland, ranging from highs of 33°C to lows of 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Sat) early enough to drive to Hood River.
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Hood River — 2 nights

Kick off your visit on the 16th (Sun): explore and take pictures at Hood River County Fruit Loop, then experience rural life at Hood River Lavender Farms, then hike along Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail, and finally contemplate the waterfront views at Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. Keep things going the next day: examine the collection at Western Antique Aeroplane & Automobile Museum, experience rural life at Kiyokawa Family Orchards, and then contemplate the geological forces at Mount Hood.

For other places to visit, more things to do, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read Hood River attractions planning website.

You can drive from Portland to Hood River in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus; or take a train. In July, daily temperatures in Hood River can reach 30°C, while at night they dip to 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) to allow time to fly to Big Sky.
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Big Sky — 2 nights

Start off your visit on the 18th (Tue): trot along with a tour on horseback, explore the different monuments and memorials at The Soldiers Chapel, then let the river carry you with a rafting and tubing tour, and finally take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Lone Peak. Here are some ideas for day two: hike along Ousel Falls Trail and then hike along Beehive Basin Trail.

To find other places to visit, maps, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Big Sky tour planner.

Getting from Hood River to Big Sky by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of train, bus, and car. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Hood River to Big Sky due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Hood River in July, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be slightly colder in Big Sky, with lows of 4°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Wed) early enough to fly to Glacier National Park.
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Glacier National Park — 5 nights

Crown of the Continent

Glacier National Park is known for nature, scenic drive, and trails. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: hike along Iceberg Lake Trail, explore the activities along Avalanche Lake, appreciate the extensive heritage of Garden Wall, and admire the verdant scenery at Logan Pass.

For traveler tips, ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Glacier National Park planning tool.

You can fly from Big Sky to Glacier National Park in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and car. Expect a bit warmer temperatures when traveling from Big Sky in July; daily highs in Glacier National Park reach 34°C and lows reach 11°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Mon) so you can travel back home.
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Washington State travel guide

4.3
Art Museums · Observation Decks · Specialty Museums
The Evergreen State
A state with two distinct faces, Washington features a landscape split apart by the Cascade Mountains, separating the damp forested areas to the west from the irrigated farmland to the east. Named after the country's first president, Washington is the second most populous state in the western United States. Nearly 60 percent of its population lives in the Seattle metropolitan area, one of the state's most popular holiday destinations. A land of over 1,000 dams, Washington is a leading producer of products as diverse as wine, lumber, apples, hops, pears, and potatoes. A big contributor to the nation's manufacturing industries, the state also boasts a cosmopolitan culture with plenty of sightseeing opportunities and a selection of small cafes, bars, and restaurants.
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Oregon travel guide

4.5
A land of many faces, Oregon is at once a state of rugged rocky coastlines and deep forests, as well as vibrant cities and small towns packed with award-winning restaurants and trendy shops. With nearly half of its land covered by dense fir, redwood, and pine forests, the state protects varied plant and animal life inside three national parks. In addition to pristine waterfalls, beaches, and lakes perfect for a holiday in nature, Oregon also offers numerous urban tourist attractions. Portland, the state's largest metropolis, notably includes more breweries than any other city in the world, and its central location makes it an ideal base for day trips to Oregon's emerging wine region and many parks.
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Montana travel guide

4.8
River Rafting & Tubing · Bodies of Water · Wildlife Areas
The Crown of the Continent
With a population of only one million, Montana remains an untouched natural paradise of snowcapped peaks, expansive forests, and alpine lakes, dotted with Old West ghost towns, Indian reservations, and progressive urban communities. Appreciate the state's unique charm and beauty with a trip to Glacier National Park, where you can come face-to-face with Montana wildlife among its high peaks. Head to the state's largest cities, Billings and Missoula, for an array of historical attractions and cultural sightseeing.
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