Washington, in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States, was named after the first president. It is made up of many mountain ranges in the northeast and southeast, and rain forests in the west. More than half of the state's residents live in the Seattle metropolitan area, famous for its art community. The Pacific Ocean lies to the west of the state, and the Columbia River helps make the border between Washington and Oregon in the south. Nine national forests can be found in Washington as well as three national parks and two national monuments. It is also home to a vast area of federally protected wilderness and wildlife refuges. They all combine to make the state a popular tourist destination, especially for outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors to Washington can also choose from an extensive selection of resorts.
The Rainbow Springs Ranch Resort in beautiful Deer Park provides guests with a three-room country suite or a cozy cabin surrounded by winding trails, bubbling creeks and lush gardens. Both feature a private patio or porch, a large queen-size bed, antiques, a fully equipped kitchen, satellite television, complimentary wine and a wood burning stove or fireplace. Amenities include a hot tub, fully stocked trout ponds and free continental breakfast each morning. The Rainbow Ranch also offers special wedding packages. Nearby attractions include Eloika Lake, Mt. Spokane Ski Park, Deer Park Golf and the Deer Park Art Gallery.
Rainbow Springs Ranch
1601 E. Eloika Lake Road
Deer Park, WA 99006
509-276-8552
rainbowspringsranch.com
The Silver Beach Resort in Valley is a privately owned park nestled on the shores of Waitts Lake that has been providing family vacations for 50 years. Guests can fish for rainbow trout on the 455-acre lake, take a bike ride on the numerous trails or enjoy other activities such as golf, water skiing, swimming, boating and hiking. Attractions such as the Chewelah Casino and the Chewelah Golf and Country Club are just a few miles away. The resort features 51 shaded RV sites with water, electricity and picnic tables. Guests can also choose from seven lakeside cabins, all offering fully equipped kitchens, televisions and private porches. Amenities include an on-site restaurant, which serves three meals a day and cocktails, a gift shop, a children's playground, two restroom facilities and a bath and shower house.
Silver Beach Resort
3323 Waitts Lake Road
Valley, WA 99181
509-937-2811
silverbeachresort.net
The Suncadia resort is a luxurious mountain resort nestled on the slopes of the Cascade Mountains next to the Cle Elum River. Guests can choose from rooms at the main lodge or their own private condo. All rooms feature one and two bedrooms, private balconies, soaking tubs, cable television, high-speed Internet and sleeper sofas. The condos feature all the comforts of home with fully equipped kitchens, full-size washers and dryers, cable television, high-speed Internet, soaking tubs and barbecue grills. Amenities at the resort include a large swimming pool and hot tub, a full-service spa, on-site fine dining as well as casual dining, a fitness center and three championship golf courses. Suncadia also offers family and youth programs such as Campcadia, which includes arts and crafts and organized field trips.
Suncadia Resort
3600 Suncadia Trail
Cle Elum, WA 98922
509-649-6400
suncadiaresort.com
