Francis's Guidebook
Food Scene
Great Mexican food. With just a 2.5 mile drive this restaurant offers homemade sauces and salsas. The restaurant offers breathtaking water views with options of indoor or outdoor seating. Ordering is made easy by calling in or Online ordering is through their website.
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El Puerto De Angeles
24080 US-101Great Mexican food. With just a 2.5 mile drive this restaurant offers homemade sauces and salsas. The restaurant offers breathtaking water views with options of indoor or outdoor seating. Ordering is made easy by calling in or Online ordering is through their website.
amily-run eatery for standard Korean fare like soft-tofu soup & other faves in a cozy space. They also happen to have the best burgers in town. Did I mention shakes and fries? They have very good nongreasy fries.
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Burger Stand
24311 US Hwy 101amily-run eatery for standard Korean fare like soft-tofu soup & other faves in a cozy space. They also happen to have the best burgers in town. Did I mention shakes and fries? They have very good nongreasy fries.
They are known for their roasted Chicken, cold beers, and small-town feel. The restaurant has a bar but is also very kid-friendly. A short 2-mile drive will get you there from the house
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Model T Pub & Eatery
24281 US-101They are known for their roasted Chicken, cold beers, and small-town feel. The restaurant has a bar but is also very kid-friendly. A short 2-mile drive will get you there from the house
Some of the most amazing oyster and clams and seafood recipes as well as non-seafood menus. Stop by for a beverage or one of Xinh’s sausage, egg, and cheese breakfast burritos. She even elevates that average breakfast burrito!
The Fjord Oyster Bank
Some of the most amazing oyster and clams and seafood recipes as well as non-seafood menus. Stop by for a beverage or one of Xinh’s sausage, egg, and cheese breakfast burritos. She even elevates that average breakfast burrito!
Hikes
Mount Rose Trail is a 7.6 mile loop. The trail is only recommended for very experienced adventurers. The trail is primarily used for hiking, nature trips and bird watching. Best time is from March to October.
Mt. Rose Trailhead
11901 NF-24Mount Rose Trail is a 7.6 mile loop. The trail is only recommended for very experienced adventurers. The trail is primarily used for hiking, nature trips and bird watching. Best time is from March to October.
Mount Ellinor trail is 7 miles. The trail is rated difficult. The hike offers Sweeping views of the Olympic Mountains, Lake Cushman, and the Puget Sound. The trail has 2 trailheads to choose from. The lower trailhead does not require a state pass. The upper trailhead requires a pass and is very steep.
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Mount Ellinor Upper Trailhead
National Forest Development Road 2419Mount Ellinor trail is 7 miles. The trail is rated difficult. The hike offers Sweeping views of the Olympic Mountains, Lake Cushman, and the Puget Sound. The trail has 2 trailheads to choose from. The lower trailhead does not require a state pass. The upper trailhead requires a pass and is very steep.
Staircase Rapids is a 2.1 mile loop trail. Start by heading up the Staircase Rapids Nature Trail. This trail sticks close to the river. You will come across a suspension bridge. Stop here to admire the river, the rapids, and the startlingly blue color of the water. The hike is suitable for all skill levels.
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Staircase Rapids
Staircase Rapids is a 2.1 mile loop trail. Start by heading up the Staircase Rapids Nature Trail. This trail sticks close to the river. You will come across a suspension bridge. Stop here to admire the river, the rapids, and the startlingly blue color of the water. The hike is suitable for all skill levels.
Big creek upper loop is a great nearby hike that offers scenic views. It is 4.3 mile round trip. It initially starts off as a flat route that weaves through the forest before arriving at a large bridge that crosses the creek. Uphill incline shortly after that. It is considered a moderate level hike.
Big Creek Upper Loop #827.1
North Lake Cushman RoadBig creek upper loop is a great nearby hike that offers scenic views. It is 4.3 mile round trip. It initially starts off as a flat route that weaves through the forest before arriving at a large bridge that crosses the creek. Uphill incline shortly after that. It is considered a moderate level hike.
Drinks
The Hardware Distillery manufactures the highest quality spirits. They are meant to be paired with food, and these pairings will accentuate the qualities of both the spirits and the food.
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The Hardware Distillery
24210 US-101The Hardware Distillery manufactures the highest quality spirits. They are meant to be paired with food, and these pairings will accentuate the qualities of both the spirits and the food.
Hoodsport Winery is a Winery/Vineyard. Along with Wine, Beer & Spirits Store Hoodsport Winery is a small award-winning winery located on the rural Olympic Peninsula. From the winery, you have a majestic view of the Hood Canal and the Olympic Mountains.
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Hoodsport Winery
23501 US-101Hoodsport Winery is a Winery/Vineyard. Along with Wine, Beer & Spirits Store Hoodsport Winery is a small award-winning winery located on the rural Olympic Peninsula. From the winery, you have a majestic view of the Hood Canal and the Olympic Mountains.
Join the cozy tasting room on the Hood Canal in Hoodsport. They offer indoor or outdoor tasting. Their fruit comes from several different vineyards. Each wine in their collection is an expression of the earth from which the vine was grown; the careful guidance of the grower, and the gentle hand of the winemaker.
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Stottle Winery Tasting Room - Hoodsport
24180 US-101Join the cozy tasting room on the Hood Canal in Hoodsport. They offer indoor or outdoor tasting. Their fruit comes from several different vineyards. Each wine in their collection is an expression of the earth from which the vine was grown; the careful guidance of the grower, and the gentle hand of the winemaker.
A very cool store in the heart of Hoodsport town. They have a great selection of greeting cards. Several items sold here are made by local artists. They offer a wide variety of Hood Canal & Washington state souvenirs. They also sell wines and Liquor.
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Hoodsport Liquor Store
24230 US-101A very cool store in the heart of Hoodsport town. They have a great selection of greeting cards. Several items sold here are made by local artists. They offer a wide variety of Hood Canal & Washington state souvenirs. They also sell wines and Liquor.
Lakes
Private lake Cushman park is the perfect place to spend your time.
Endless adventures.
There are two separate parks in which you can enjoy. Both parks have slightly different views of the Olympic national park and lake but yet compliments it so well.
Amenities: Covered Gazebo with BBQs, Dock, Boat Launch, Children's and Adult's Swimming Areas, Picnic Tables, Volleyball Net, Swings, Climbing Bars, Slide, Merry-Go-Round, Basketball Court, Horseshoe Court, Restrooms with Showers, Park Hosts from Memorial Weekend through Labor Day Weekend.
Lake Cushman Private Park (LCMC)
Private lake Cushman park is the perfect place to spend your time.
Endless adventures.
There are two separate parks in which you can enjoy. Both parks have slightly different views of the Olympic national park and lake but yet compliments it so well.
Amenities: Covered Gazebo with BBQs, Dock, Boat Launch, Children's and Adult's Swimming Areas, Picnic Tables, Volleyball Net, Swings, Climbing Bars, Slide, Merry-Go-Round, Basketball Court, Horseshoe Court, Restrooms with Showers, Park Hosts from Memorial Weekend through Labor Day Weekend.
Lake kokanee is 0.6 miles away
Great place for family and friends to spend time swimming, fishing, kayaking or just about anything.
The lake is stocked in March, May, July and September with larger catchable-size (11"-13") rainbow trout and again in the fall with good numbers of larger rainbow trout to provide a fishery through the winter.
Amenities: Covered Gazebo with BBQs, Fishing Dock, Children's Swimming Area, Picnic Tables, Swings, Slide, Basketball Court, Horseshoe Court, Restrooms with Showers, Adjacent to Public Boat Launch.
Lake Kokanee
Lake kokanee is 0.6 miles away
Great place for family and friends to spend time swimming, fishing, kayaking or just about anything.
The lake is stocked in March, May, July and September with larger catchable-size (11"-13") rainbow trout and again in the fall with good numbers of larger rainbow trout to provide a fishery through the winter.
Amenities: Covered Gazebo with BBQs, Fishing Dock, Children's Swimming Area, Picnic Tables, Swings, Slide, Basketball Court, Horseshoe Court, Restrooms with Showers, Adjacent to Public Boat Launch.
Lake standstill is a calm steady lake perfect for fishing or kayaking. The lake is part of LCMC and guest pass is required.
Amenities: Dock, Boat Launch, Children's Swimming Area, Picnic Tables, Lake Standstill Fishing Area, PortaPotties during summer.
Lake Standstill
Lake standstill is a calm steady lake perfect for fishing or kayaking. The lake is part of LCMC and guest pass is required.
Amenities: Dock, Boat Launch, Children's Swimming Area, Picnic Tables, Lake Standstill Fishing Area, PortaPotties during summer.
Activities
Lake Cushman Golf Course is a hidden gem nestled in the Olympic mountains. The course is carved from the lush forest and bathed in the fresh mountain air. Share the course with the bountiful wildlife and be sure to bring your camera.
The golf course offers a challenge to all levels of golfers. The low handicap player can hone their skills in a no-pressure environment while the high handicapper can have their hands full!
The course is meticulously maintained by the Lake Cushman Maintenance Company.
The pro shop offers a full-service golf experience. There is a high-quality selection of equipment, clothing, and accessories, as well as snacks and beverages.
The course is a comfortable walk. Yamaha golf carts are available for rent. You can choose to play 9 holes, make a second loop on the challenging back 9 tees or if you are just beginning to short on time, play the loop (you play the first 5 holes ending back at the pro-shop).
Our practice facilities include 270-yard driving range.
3 stalls are undercover for those cool winter months. The putting green is next to the first tee and is consistent with the undulation and speed of the on-course greens.
.Amenities: 9-Hole Golf Course, Driving Range, Clubhouse, Covered Gazebo with Cooking Facilities and Picnic Tables
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Lake Cushman Golf Course
210 N Fairway Dr WLake Cushman Golf Course is a hidden gem nestled in the Olympic mountains. The course is carved from the lush forest and bathed in the fresh mountain air. Share the course with the bountiful wildlife and be sure to bring your camera.
The golf course offers a challenge to all levels of golfers. The low handicap player can hone their skills in a no-pressure environment while the high handicapper can have their hands full!
The course is meticulously maintained by the Lake Cushman Maintenance Company.
The pro shop offers a full-service golf experience. There is a high-quality selection of equipment, clothing, and accessories, as well as snacks and beverages.
The course is a comfortable walk. Yamaha golf carts are available for rent. You can choose to play 9 holes, make a second loop on the challenging back 9 tees or if you are just beginning to short on time, play the loop (you play the first 5 holes ending back at the pro-shop).
Our practice facilities include 270-yard driving range.
3 stalls are undercover for those cool winter months. The putting green is next to the first tee and is consistent with the undulation and speed of the on-course greens.
.Amenities: 9-Hole Golf Course, Driving Range, Clubhouse, Covered Gazebo with Cooking Facilities and Picnic Tables
Located in Hoodsport, WA. YSS Dive offers quality PADI Scuba Diving. No matter if you're a seasoned divemaster or looking to get into the sport, you will be welcomed at YSS Dive.
Yss Dive
24080 U.S. 101Located in Hoodsport, WA. YSS Dive offers quality PADI Scuba Diving. No matter if you're a seasoned divemaster or looking to get into the sport, you will be welcomed at YSS Dive.
Enjoy the unique experience of pedaling the historic Simpson Logging Company Railway in Washington’s beautiful Olympic Peninsula. Nature enthusiasts, birders, cyclists, and rail fans are sure to relish the peace and tranquility of our trip.
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Vance Creek Railriders
421 W Hanks Lake RdEnjoy the unique experience of pedaling the historic Simpson Logging Company Railway in Washington’s beautiful Olympic Peninsula. Nature enthusiasts, birders, cyclists, and rail fans are sure to relish the peace and tranquility of our trip.
Looking for an exciting thrill? How about skydiving? Kapowsin offers skydiving for new jumpers or skills. They offer training, preparation, aircraft ride, jump, and video dubbing, you should plan on being there for about 1/2 a day.
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Skydive Kapowsin
141 W Airview WayLooking for an exciting thrill? How about skydiving? Kapowsin offers skydiving for new jumpers or skills. They offer training, preparation, aircraft ride, jump, and video dubbing, you should plan on being there for about 1/2 a day.
Each lap of The Ridge Motorsports Park offers circuit thrills with high-speed straights and sweeper turns, with difficult sequence of turns, before going hammer down on the front straight again! All of this in a park-like forest setting, with stunning territorial and mountain views. See Website for more details on race event calendar
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The Ridge Motorsports Park
1060 W Eells Hill RdEach lap of The Ridge Motorsports Park offers circuit thrills with high-speed straights and sweeper turns, with difficult sequence of turns, before going hammer down on the front straight again! All of this in a park-like forest setting, with stunning territorial and mountain views. See Website for more details on race event calendar
If you would like to rent kayaks, ect. hoodsport kayak is your place. you can call for rates and dates.
Hoodsport Wellness & Kayak Rentals
If you would like to rent kayaks, ect. hoodsport kayak is your place. you can call for rates and dates.
Sightseeing
known as "The Big Rock" also, recently nicknamed "Party Rock" is a massive boulder on the northwest shore of Lake Cushman is one of Washington's best cliff jumping spots. The rock is 765+ feet, 233+ meters. With a maximum drop of approximately 17 feet. If you chose to jump off the rock be safe and have fun. If you are looking for a much smaller scale jump, there is a 10feet jump located nearby.
Lake Cushman Rock
13380 North Lake Cushman Roadknown as "The Big Rock" also, recently nicknamed "Party Rock" is a massive boulder on the northwest shore of Lake Cushman is one of Washington's best cliff jumping spots. The rock is 765+ feet, 233+ meters. With a maximum drop of approximately 17 feet. If you chose to jump off the rock be safe and have fun. If you are looking for a much smaller scale jump, there is a 10feet jump located nearby.
High steel bridge is a truss arch bridge that runs 685ft across. It is 375 ft high. It over looks vance creek river. You can park your car and walk over the bridge or drive over.
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High Steel Bridge
National Forest Development Road 2340High steel bridge is a truss arch bridge that runs 685ft across. It is 375 ft high. It over looks vance creek river. You can park your car and walk over the bridge or drive over.
Before entering the Olympic Nation Forest you will drive across a few staircases that sit on the cliffside of Lake Cushman. The staircases offer a chance to sit and enjoy the scenic view while being able to swim or jump into the water off a rock if you wanted to. The staircase area offers picnic tables at each staircase. There are about ar 6 separate staircases, some have multiple picnic tables. The area is open to the public so arrive early to claim your spot. Portapotties are available.
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Staircase
National Forest Development Road 24Before entering the Olympic Nation Forest you will drive across a few staircases that sit on the cliffside of Lake Cushman. The staircases offer a chance to sit and enjoy the scenic view while being able to swim or jump into the water off a rock if you wanted to. The staircase area offers picnic tables at each staircase. There are about ar 6 separate staircases, some have multiple picnic tables. The area is open to the public so arrive early to claim your spot. Portapotties are available.