Washington Wine Country

Map of Washington

Though a world away from California’s Wine Country, the legacy is continued. Washington is far more than foggy afternoons and wind-blown coastlines—a diversity of climate, geography, and passion have established this state as one of the most popular new winemaking regions, with a laid-back lifestyle that rivals that of the neighbors to the south.

Fly Into

SEA Seattle-Tacoma International Airport 
(Seattle, WA)

Drive

2.5hours To Yakima, WA
Where is

Washington

TOP TIPS FOR WASHINGTON

  1. Pick your preference: temperate rainforests line the coast, but mountainous grasslands are abundant in the east.

  2. Don’t worry about bringing all your gear–even the smallest towns will have outlets to fulfill outdoor needs.

  3. Spend some time getting to know the locals--they’re a wealth of information, and are thrilled to share their state.

Nearby

Cities
  • Walla Walla, WA
Regions

APPELLATIONS (AVAs)

Primary
  • Ancient Lakes of Columbia Valley AVA
  • Columbia Gorge AVA
  • Columbia Valley AVA
  • Horse Heaven Hills AVA
  • Lake Chelan AVA
  • Naches Heights AVA
  • Puget Sound AVA
  • Rattlesnake Hills AVA
  • Red Mountain AVA
  • Snipes Mountain AVA
  • Walla Walla Valley AVA
  • Wahluke Slope AVA
  • Yakima Valley AVA
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Don't Miss

  1. Mount Rainier National Park Southeast of Seattle, this vast preserve contains the glacier-capped Mount Rainier as its crown jewel.
    55210 238th Avenue East, WA
  2. Walla Walla Vintners This winery was one of the first in the state, and is highly regarded for its Cabernet.
    225 Vineyard Lane, WA
  3. Osprey Rafting Company Book a ride with Osprey and prepare yourself for a wild trip down the rapids.
    Icicle Rd & Hwy 2, Suite 1, WA
  4. Bale Breaker Brewing Company - Yakima The hops that go into lush IPAs are grown on the property at this popular brewery.
    1801 Birchfield Road, WA
  5. Wine Valley Golf Club The views at this rolling course are breathtaking, and challenges abound for more advanced players.
    176 Wine Valley Road, WA

lodging

Resort & Spa
Apple Tree Resort

Hotel
Ledgestone Hotel

Only a 7 minute stroll from downtown Yakima, the Ledgestone Hotel offers convenient and affordable accommodation close by to all the amenities you would need. During your stay you can enjoy complimentary use of the on-site fitness center.

Restaurants

THAI
Yakima Thai Cuisine

Taste a little part of Thailand at Yakima Thai Cuisine. This authentic Thai restaurant offers a hot and spicy alternative to local cuisine. The Tom Kha soup enjoys a particularly popular reputation amongst locals who can handle the heat.

Indian
Taj Palace

Experience the full array of Indian cuisine at Taj Palace, an authentic Indian restaurant in Bellevue. Don’t miss out on the chef’s signature special lamb dishes or simply pop in and enjoy some appetizing samosas with a cup of Indian chai tea.

  • French

  • American

  • Sushi

Things To Do

Parks & Nature
Yakima Convention Center

Spa
Ummelina Yakima Valley Spa Retreat

This spa retreat is a paradise for those looking to bring some rejuvenation to both body and mind. As well as offering many unique spa treatments, Ummelina also regularly hosts wine tasting and art events that are great for socializing.

Did you Know?

The largest building in the world (by volume) is the Boeing Factory, in Everett, where final assembly takes place.

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