Washington State Historical + Nature pictures

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A beautiful, snow-capped volcano towers beyond the Seattle skyline – visit this national park to see it up close.

Relax and enjoy the surroundings as you soak in these soothing mineral-spring pools in a stunning forest setting.

The lakes of Chelan County are often touted as Washington’s Playground because of the range of sports and beautiful scenery available to visitors.

A popular base for exploring the scenic Olympic Peninsula, this small town is also famous as the setting of the popular Twilight book series.

The most northwestern point in the contiguous United States is a place of breathtaking beauty, with rocky headlands providing dramatic ocean views.

The saying, “On a clear day you can see forever” holds a lot of truth for this location. Look out over the region to see features many miles away.

Relax and enjoy the surroundings as you soak in these soothing mineral-spring pools in a stunning forest setting.

Relax and enjoy the surroundings as you soak in these soothing mineral-spring pools in a stunning forest setting.

The lakes of Chelan County are often touted as Washington’s Playground because of the range of sports and beautiful scenery available to visitors.

A beautiful, snow-capped volcano towers beyond the Seattle skyline – visit this national park to see it up close.

Get reacquainted with nature and leave the stresses of the city behind in this region of mountains, valleys and bountiful agriculture.

The most northwestern point in the contiguous United States is a place of breathtaking beauty, with rocky headlands providing dramatic ocean views.

The saying, “On a clear day you can see forever” holds a lot of truth for this location. Look out over the region to see features many miles away.

Marvel at sensational natural vistas, get a feel for life in vibrant college towns and sample locally brewed beer at craft breweries.

Get reacquainted with nature and leave the stresses of the city behind in this region of mountains, valleys and bountiful agriculture.

Marvel at sensational natural vistas, get a feel for life in vibrant college towns and sample locally brewed beer at craft breweries.

Beautiful views of the Cascade Mountains, roaring waterfalls and rural towns built with a pioneering spirit make this region one of Washington’s treasures.

Escape to rural Northwest Washington to find a riverfront town with a historic center and fields covered with colorful flowers.

Marvel at sensational natural vistas, get a feel for life in vibrant college towns and sample locally brewed beer at craft breweries.

Marvel at sensational natural vistas, get a feel for life in vibrant college towns and sample locally brewed beer at craft breweries.

Beautiful views of the Cascade Mountains, roaring waterfalls and rural towns built with a pioneering spirit make this region one of Washington’s treasures.

Beautiful views of the Cascade Mountains, roaring waterfalls and rural towns built with a pioneering spirit make this region one of Washington’s treasures.