Lake Crescent Lodge
Built in 1916 as the first modern era construction project in Olympic National Park, Lake Crescent Lodge is situated along the shores of Lake Crescent, providing beautiful views and ample access to the park. Open from May until October, the lodge provides 52 rooms in eight separate types, including the historic Roosevelt Cottage. Rooms can fit up to six guests. The Lake Crescent Lodge is near various hiking trails and provides access to boating and fishing activities. The closest town is Port Angeles, which is 20 miles from the lodge.
Lake Crescent Lodge
416 Lake Crescent Road
Olympic National Park, WA 98363
866-875-8456
nationalparkreservations.com/olympic_lake_crescent.htm
Lakedale Resort at Three Lakes
Situated along the shores of the Three Lakes, Lakedale Resort is located on San Juan Island. It can be reached via ferry or by a float plane to San Juan from the Seattle mainland. The resort includes a variety of stay options, including the main lodge, a log cabin, canvas cabins or camping in the warmer months of the year. There are also meeting rooms for those wishing to do business at the resort. A business rate is available and team retreats are encouraged. The resort is near several trails and paths and there is access to boating and fishing. Prices for the resort vary throughout the year, but for the best rates, there are specials during the middle of the week. The Lakedale Resort has a special that includes guided tours through the trails around the lodge.
Lakedale Resort at Three Lakes
4313 Roche Harbor Road
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
800-617-2267
lakedale.com
Lake Chelan Shores
The Lake Chelan Shores is located on the very banks of the lake that provides its name. The resort is open year-round on the north shore of the third-deepest lake in the country, providing guests with numerous amenities beyond the natural scenic beauty of the region. The room options range from a one- or two-bedroom suite to a loft. Each unit includes a fireplace, DVD player and a barbecue. The resort is on Lake Chelan, with a private boat ramp and dock available for use by hotel patrons. It is near the Lake Chelan National Recreation Area, which includes multiple trails that lead into the North Cascades National Park. Prices for the Lake Chelan Shores vary based on the seasons.
Lake Chelan Shores
100 Lake Chelan Shores Drive
Chelan, WA 98816
509-682-4531
lakechelanshores.com
Article Written By Travis Ames
Travis Ames has written for numerous publications since 2007 and has been writing instructional articles online since 2010. His areas of expertise are wide and include travel, politics, arts and entertainment, technology and finance. He currently lives in Portland, Oregon where he will begin teaching in the fall of 2011.
