Puget Sound

Water flow through Deception Pass is approximately equal to 2% of the total tidal exchange between Puget Sound and the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Puget Sound extends approximately 100 miles (160 km) from Deception Pass in the north to Olympia in the south. This place is much more than a geological feature. It's a cultural region of Washington framed by an intricate system of channels, inlets, and islands. The lovely island escapes and communities of Puget Sound warrant more than a day trip, but it is still easy to see some major highlights without spending the night.

Directly west of Seattle, Bainbridge Island boasts beautiful landscapes and hiking trails, like those found within the island's Grand Forest. North of Seattle, Whidbey Island is home to many attractive towns and natural attractions, like Deception Pass State Park. If you want to explore the waters of Puget Sound on a day trip and see some of the region's wildlife at the same time, the Friday Harbor Day Trip & Whale Watching tour from Seattle is a great option. The 2.5-hour guided whale-watching cruise with an experienced naturalist, and a visit to Friday Harbor on San Juan Island. Minke whales, humpbacks, orcas, seals, porpoises, otters, and bald eagles are just some of the magnificent animals you might see while cruising the waters of Puget Sound.

Distance from Seattle: 91.8 miles

Travel time: 2.5 hours
Location: Puget Sound Lowlands, Washington, United States
Google Rating: 4.8/5