THE HOOD
IS CALLING
Embark on the ultimate road trip and find adventure on Hood Canal. Discover trails, beaches, islands, cascading creeks, old growth forests, sparkling alpine lakes and airy mountains. An easy drive from Seattle or Portland, your next adventure is right around the corner.
Welcome to the #WildsideWA.
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Find the best places for biking, kayaking, boating, motorsports & more. View parks, waterfalls, birding and SCUBA areas, and find a spot to camp. Browse museums, shopping and tastings from local vendors. Learn about shellfish harvesting and fishing on the Hood Canal.
Looking for inspiration?
Hikers, check out Craig Romano’s South Olympics & South Puget Sound Hikes Guide.
HOOD CANAL is a natural fjord, not a canal, that sits between the Puget Sound and Olympic Mountains in Mason County, Washington. The area hosts plenty of outdoor activities including paddling, hiking, SCUBA, racing and even skydiving. Visit for the solitude, oysters and waterfalls – return again and again for year round hiking trails, fantastic views and amazing people!