Five Things You Must Do in Port Angeles

Port Angeles

Port Angeles is a city situated in Washington, United States. Its original name was “Puerto de Nuestra Senora de Los Angeles” which was only shortened to its present form in the mid-1800s. The city came into the limelight due to the football fame of John Elway, who was born here. The five best places to visit in Port Angles are as follows:

1. Olympic National Park: - This region encompasses the sea and the mountains where travelers will see untouched landscapes and virgin old-growth forests. Accommodation is mostly limited to rest rooms complete with working fireplaces. However, despite this walking these trails are worth the effort.  For more information on The Park click on the link.

2. Red Lion: - Situated at a distance of five miles from Fairchild International Airport, the Red Lion has a swimming pool, restaurant, lounge and a hot tub. It also provides a laundry service.

3. Salt Creek Recreation Area: - Previously an old military fort, Salt Creek was converted to a recreational area after the Second World War. It is currently a very popular area of the coastline and visited by people of all ages taking part in various recreational activities.

4. Arthur D Feiro Marine Life Center: - This facility provides a chance for visitors to learn a little about the marine life habiting the Olympic Peninsula.  For more information on the Center click on the link.

5. Nor’wester Rotary Fair: - Nor’wester Rotary holds their annual art and crafts street fair every summer, known as “Arts in Action”. It is organized on the city pier and boasts an arts and crafts competition; continuous live music and one of the top five sand-sculpture competitions in the United States.  For more information on The Fair click on the link.