Seattle 2-Day Itinerary

⛰️ DAY 1: From Mountain Hikes to Leisurely Strolls ▫️ 7:00 AM Depart from Redmond → Catch the 7:50 AM ferry (early ferries are less crowded and super smooth!) 📍 Hurricane Ridge ➤ Breathtaking panoramic views of cloud-shrouded snow-capped mountains! Stroller-friendly viewing platforms. 📍 Lake Crescent + Marymere Falls ➤ Sapphire-blue lake views + a 1.8-mile trail to a refreshing waterfall mist 💦 🏨 Accommodation: RedLion Port Angeles (perfect location by the pier) 🍽 Dinner: Kokopelli Grill｜Fresh seafood! Window seats with ocean views are ultra-chill. 🌿 DAY 2: Rainforest Magic + Romantic Coastal Sunset ▫️ 9:00 AM Depart 📍 Sol Duc Falls ➤ A 1.8-mile hike to a three-tiered waterfall! Shaded trails are cool and comfortable. 📍 Hoh Rain Forest ➤ A fairytale moss-covered forest! The Hall of Mosses Trail (1.1 miles) offers magical light and shadows ✨ 📍 Ruby Beach ➤ Arrive by 4:00 PM, enjoy the sea breeze, and wait for the sunset 🌄 ▫️ 9:30 PM Return → Arrive in Redmond by 1:00 AM 💪 Tips for All Ages: ✅ Transportation: Choose early ferry slots! Download offline maps (no signal in the parks). ✅ Gear: Windproof jacket + waterproof shoes! Bring extra socks for Ruby Beach (they will get wet). ✅ Time-saving: Visit Sol Duc and Hoh in the morning to avoid crowds. Arrive at Ruby Beach an hour early to secure a good spot. #Seattle# Ruby Beach#Washington#travel guide#trip diary#Washington life