Sequim and the Dungeness Valley are rich in local attractions ranging from Beach Hikes to seeing Zebra's up close at Olympic Game Farm. Below we have outline many of the must see local attractions in the area.
Dungeness Spit
The prinstine waters of Sequim and Dungeness Bays invite you to sail, birdwatch or take a kayak trip to the New Dungeness Lighthouse. Walk along the shores of the Dungeness Spit, the longest natural sand spit in the United States, visit the lighthouse, explore the abundant wildlife or just relax in the warm sun.
For more information on Dungeness Spit visit the links below:
Dungeness Spit and Wildlife Refuge - www.visitsun.com/dungeness.html
The New Dungeness Lighthouse - www.ndlightstation.com/
Olympic Game Farm
A farm that is more than "bearly" different is the Olympic Game Farm, home to many world famous animal actors. Tours daily.
Golfing is one of the more popular sports in Sequim, with the driest longest playing season in the State of Washington.
Bicycle Sequim with its uncrowded, gently rolling terrain or scenic mountain bike trails.
Vist Olympic Game Farms web site at: www.olygamefarm.com
Local Farms
Enjoy the many farms and gardens in and around sunny Sequim. The Sequim sun encourages farmers to grow their colorful crops in abundance for show and U-Pick. Sequim, the lavender capital of the United States, has the purple flowers in bloom and available for U-Pick from July to October 1st. Sequim is also world renowned for its strawberry and raspberry crops, and farms are open for U-Pick from early June to August.
For more information on farms visit the links below:
Farms and Gardens in Sequim - www.visitsun.com/gardens.html
Cedarbrook Herb Farm - www.lavenderfarms.com/cedarbrook
The Cutting Garden - www.cuttinggarden.com
Jardin du Soleil Lavender Farm - www.jardindusoleil.com
Graymarsh Berry Farm - www.olypen.com/grysmrsh
Lost Mountain Lavender - www.lostmountainlavender.com
Nash's Organic Produce Farm - www.nashsproduce.com
Olympic Lavender Farm - www.lavenderfarms.com/olympic/oly.htm
Purple Haze Lavender Farm - www.purplehazelavender.com
Indoor Recreation
Visit Sequim Aquatic and Recreational Center (SARC) which has a full size Olympic pool, shallow pool, sauna, hydro therapy pool, and a water slide. Work out at SARC and have the benifits of all the latest equipment. SARC also has a gym for basketball, volleyball, aerobics and karate classes, as well as two racquetball courts which may be reserved on a first come first served basis.
Local Festivals
Sequim loves to celebrate. There is the Irrigation Festival in early May, the Lavender Festival in July, the Harvest Festival in October and so much more. Check out our events calender for details.
These are just a few of the many great attractions in Sequim. For more great ideas on golfing, kayaking, hiking, bird watching and more visit the Sequim Tourism web site at www.visitsun.com.
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