More from Washington's Olympic Peninsula

It's just a few hours drive from Seattle, but the Olympic Peninsula feels like a completely different world. The most northwestern corner of the United States has peaks of nearly 8000 feet right next to temperate rain forests that see 140 inches of rain every year. Eight kinds of plants and 15 kinds of animals are found exclusively on the peninsula. Outdoor adventures, such as hiking, camping, fishing and boating abound, as do the opportunity to experience the region's Native American cultures, quaint towns and unique sights.

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