Labor Day weekend is upon us. If you haven’t figured out how you want to spend your first three-day weekend of the school year, why not fit in a quick road trip. If packing your bags and heading to the beach, the mountains, or a lake sounds like fun, consider one of the following weekend getaways.
Drive Time: 5h 26 min from Portland, OR; 5h 46 min from Tri-Cities, WA; 7h 56 min from Seattle, WA., 7h 8 min from Spokane, WA.
Crystal Crane Hot Springs is located in southeastern Oregon. Surrounded by grassy fields and a rolling landscape, the outdoor hot spring is a large pond that is 7 feet deep at the center. Its temperature sits at approximately 101 degrees, depending on the weather and it’s perfectly suited to families with kids of all ages.
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The resort’s lodging options include cabins, an area for RV’s and tents and even a Teepee! There is plenty of room for the younger set to run and explore and if you are on a mission to relax you can either float in the warm pond or soak in a cedar-enclosed mineral tub in the bathhouse. Plan your meals in advance and cook them up in the group kitchen and enjoy your morning coffee in the lodge. When you return home, you will feel rejuvenated and like you enjoyed a real extended vacation.
Drive time: 3h 9 min from Portland, OR & Seattle, WA; 7h 31 min from Spokane, WA; 6h 14 min from Tri-Cities, WA.
If you are longing for the Ocean, Kalaloch Lodge is the perfect weekend getaway. Located on a bluff overlooking the Washington coast, this cozy retreat is surrounded by evergreen forests and stunning beaches. You can spend the day hiking trails, strolling on the beach, tide pooling or exploring the Olympic National Park.
Photo via Kalaloch Lodge
Lodging options include rooms located in the cozy lodge, which also houses a restaurant and a comfortable fireside sitting area. Or, stay in a cabin. There is a variety to choose from and they come with kitchens or kitchenettes and a complimentary bundle of wood for the wood-burning stoves.
While you are there, check out the Tree of Life located just north of the Lodge. This miraculous Sitka spruce tree floats above a cave. It inspires awe and wonder in everyone who sees it. Next, head down to Ruby Beach where you can play in the reddish sand that inspired this rocky beach’s name. You’ll love this destination so much you may want to return in October and November when the chances of seeing a whale in the Ocean waters increase.
Drive time: 2h 34 min from Portland, OR; 1h 25 min from Seattle, WA; 2h 27 min from Tri-Cities, WA; 4h 15 min from Spokane, WA.
Are the mountains calling you? Mt. Rainier is stunning during the fall months. The number of adventures to choose from in this gorgeous national park is endless. There are waterfall hikes, fishing holes, areas to climb, scenic bicycling routes and more. The roads to most all areas of the park are open until early October, so now is the time to get your deep-woods experience in.
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Lodging options at Mt. Rainer vary from cabins outside of the park to camping inside the park and of course, you will want to consider a stay at the stunning Longmire Inn. The Inn offers up 25 cozy rooms a family-friendly dining establishment and a beautiful lounging area.
If you enjoy your weekend stay, you may consider returning to the mountain for snow play once winter sets in.
If none of these places spark your interest, we have more trip recommendations here.
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