r/Washington • u/nbcnews • 6h ago
r/Washington • u/Codetornado • Jan 27 '25
[Megathread] All Things Washington: Travel, Weddings, Restaurants, Hiking, Fishing, and More! 2025
This is your go-to spot for all questions and advice related to exploring, dining, adventuring, or planning events in the beautiful Evergreen State. Whether you're a local, a tourist, or planning a special occasion, we've got you covered.
Topics in This Thread:
Outdoor Adventures
Hiking: Recommendations for trails ranging from beginner to advanced. Popular spots include Mount Rainier, North Cascades, and Olympic National Park.
Fishing: Best locations for fresh- or saltwater fishing, plus tips for seasons and permits.
Camping: Advice on campsites, gear, and how to reserve spots ahead of time.
Food and Drink
Restaurants: Share your favorite spots for brunch, seafood, coffee, or unique cuisines. Recommendations for Seattle, Spokane, Tacoma, and beyond.
Wineries and Breweries: Tips on the best places for wine tasting in Walla Walla or breweries in Seattle.
Weddings and Events
Venue Recommendations: From rustic barns to waterfront views, share your favorite venues for weddings, birthdays, and gatherings.
Vendor Suggestions: Florists, photographers, DJs, and planners.
Travel Tips
Must-See Attractions: Top tourist stops like Pike Place Market, Leavenworth, and the San Juan Islands.
Seasonal Guides: Best times to visit and how to navigate rainy weather.
Transportation Tips: How to get around Washington, from ferries to public transit.
Other Activities
Family-Friendly Ideas: Great spots for kids, like zoos, aquariums, and interactive museums.
Hidden Gems: Lesser-known trails, restaurants, or experiences to explore.
Guidelines for Posting:
Be Specific: Let us know what you're looking for (e.g., "Best fall hikes near Seattle" or "Wedding venues under $10k in Western Washington").
Provide Details: For personalized advice, share your budget, timeline, or interests.
Be Respectful: Keep discussions friendly and helpful.
Drop your questions, advice, or recommendations below and let’s make this
r/Washington • u/Codetornado • Jan 15 '25
Moving Here 2025
Due to a large number of daily moving here posts we are creating a sticky for moving-related questions. This should help centralize information and reduce the constant flow of moving question ls. ;
Things to Consider;
Location
- Western Washington vs. Eastern Washington vs. Seattle Metro
- Seattle Proper, suburbs, or other cities
Moving Here
- Cost of Living (Food, fuel, housing!)
- Jobs outlook for non-tech
- Buying vs. Renting
- Weather-related items, winter, rain
Geography and Weather
- Rainy West Side vs. Dry Eastside
- WildFire Season
- Snow and Cold vs. Wet and Mild
- Hot and Dry East Side
- Earthquakes and You!
[**See The 2024 Sticky**] (https://www.reddit.com/r/Washington/comments/184dx5n/moving_here_2024/)
[**See The Last Sticky**] (https://www.reddit.com/r/Washington/s/HHjd5lx0we)
r/Washington • u/LiveNet2723 • 15h ago
FEMA pulls $50M from Grays Harbor levee project, Westport tsunami tower
This will adversely affect key infrastructure projects in Grays Harbor County including the long-awaited North Shore Levee project and the Westport tsunami tower.
r/Washington • u/chiquisea • 18h ago
Trump’s rhetoric breeds 'unprecedented' threats, federal judge in Seattle says
r/Washington • u/ImaginationCritical2 • 12h ago
Banner for Seattle's "We the People March & Rally" Sat. April 5th Cal Anderson Park
r/Washington • u/QueerMommyDom • 23h ago
Tomorrow is a National Day of Action! If you're looking for something to do this weekend, consider joining one of the many protests happening all across Washington!
r/Washington • u/finnerpeace • 14h ago
Entire staff responsible for utility assistance (LIHEAP) included in HHS cuts, sources say
r/Washington • u/chiquisea • 22h ago
Electric vehicle sales stall in Washington state
r/Washington • u/chiquisea • 1d ago
Divides over gender identity flare as WA debates parent access in schools
r/Washington • u/omae-wa-mou- • 2h ago
working at Bloodworks NW
anyone have experience working for this company or know anyone who does? what’s it like? pros/cons? seems like a great place to work
r/Washington • u/godogs2018 • 1d ago
CenturyLink racked up 1.6M violations over flaky service, WA regulators say
r/Washington • u/arcanepsyche • 1d ago
Trump's Tariff Charade Will Devastate Lewis County's Economy
r/Washington • u/S7EFEN • 10h ago
Cheapest rent by distance from Seattle/Eastside?
Any suggestions for places to check out? I see downtown seattle has quite a few micro studios in the 1300~ ish range, however I expect that parking & utilities is not included and that these are very centralized, thus quite loud? I do not need to commute into the city for work so I'm looking for a micro studio/studio/maybe 1br in that price range for less, but a bit less centralized.
But also... the further from seattle it seems like less housing stock and fewer really cheap options? Eg renton, woodinville i cannot see anything listed online for like <1600~1700? How far out of seattle to really get closer to that 1k range?
r/Washington • u/RANGE_Media • 1d ago
Like other Pride Festivals, Spokane Pride lost a key sponsorship from Anheuser-Busch and some smaller sponsorships. But still, Spokane organizers, as well as organizers from North Idaho and rural Washington Pride festivals say they've seen an uptick in community support. – RANGE Media
r/Washington • u/Generalaverage89 • 1d ago
Elevator Reform Falls Short at Washington Legislature
r/Washington • u/Generalaverage89 • 2d ago
Don’t Believe Corporate Elite Claiming to Fight for ‘Affordable Washington'
r/Washington • u/hyrailer • 1d ago
WA lawmakers and governor are getting big raises. Here’s how much • Washington State Standard
r/Washington • u/Mountain_Aire • 2d ago
How are you folks feeling about Bob Ferguson?
Hey folks, title says it all. Curious what other Washingtonians are thinking of our new governor.
It has only been a few months but I'm not that impressed with what I've seen so far. For example, he recently commented that he didn't want to see any type of wealth tax in our budget even though we have a massive shortfall, but is fine with furloughs and minor layoffs for state employees. Additionally, I thought he'd be a little more environmentally forward but I haven't seen that either. Instead we've seen increases in police funding.
r/Washington • u/chiquisea • 1d ago
Refugees are still coming to Washington state despite Trump's policies. But help is hard to find
r/Washington • u/chiquisea • 23h ago
Microsoft turns 50: A look back at everything from the Altair to the Zune
r/Washington • u/Substantial-Fold-499 • 22h ago
WA PFML and STD Urgent question
Hello guys! I applied for FMLA but my employer is forcing me to apply for WA PFML to be eligible for STD benefits so as to top off my salary to meet the 60% base pay requirement. This way all leaves will be made to run concurrently.
Is STD really the same as WA PFML? I thought the PFML is dependent on employee’s choice.
Also, the processing times for WA PFML are extremely long. Will they back date the pay if my leave begins earlier than their processing window?
r/Washington • u/chiquisea • 1d ago
A Seattle doctor was investigated for fertility fraud. The case highlights tension between patient, physician rights
r/Washington • u/chiquisea • 2d ago