Rhonda's List: Things To Do With Children

Seattle -- Outdoors, Further Away From Central Seattle

  • Northwest Trek Wildlife Park
    11610 Trek Dr E, Eatonville
    360-832-6117
    www.nwtrek.org

  • Fairbanks Animal Farm
    www.fairbankfarm.com
    425-743-3694

  • Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
    5400 N Pearl St., Tacoma
    253-591-5337
    www.pdza.org

  • Remlinger Farms
    Carnation, WA (about 45 minutes drive from Seattle)
    U-pick fields, seasonal events, restaurant, "Country Fair Family Fun Park" with steam train ride, pony ride, barnyard, and more. Self-guided tours and tour guides. Strawberry Harvest Festival mid-to-late June.
    425-333-4135, 425-451-8740
    www.remlingerfarms.com

  • The South 47 Farm
    Redmond, WA
    15410 NE 124th Street (corner of NE 124th St. & the Woodinville-Redmond Rd.), Redmond, WA
    U-pick fields, hay wagon rides, storytelling, farm animals, summer Farm Tots programs, fall corn maze
    425-869-9777
    farmllc@yahoo.com
    www.south47farm.com

  • Steam Train Rides
    Chehalis ("halfway between Portland & Seattle at I-5 Exit 77")
    "Ride the 1916 logging locomotive on a scenic and relaxing journey through the Chehalis River Valley."
    360-748-9593
    www.steamtrainride.com

  • Navy Warship Tours
    Bremerton, WA ("on the Bremerton Boardwalk")
    360-792-2457
    Bermerton Historic Ships Association

  • Tillicum Village, Northwest Coast Native Cultural Center
    on Blake Island State Park
    206-933-8600
    tillicumvillage.com

  • Ferry to Victoria, British Columbia, or the San Juan Islands
    800-888-2535, 206-448-5000
    www.clippervacations.com

  • Elandan Gardens Bonsai Collection
    Bremerton, WA (about 65 miles, 1 hour 15 mintues driving from Seattle)
    360-373-8260
    www.elandangardens.com

  • Ferry to Bainbridge Island

  • Camlann Medieval Village
    10320 Kelly Road NE, Carnation, WA (about 30 miles from Seattle, about 30-40 minutes driving; watch out for traffic for the Puyallup Fair)
    425-788-8624
    www.camlann.org
    "[A] living history project of rural England, set in the year 1376, dedicated to interpreting the cultural and artistic heritage of 14th century Europe in all of its colorful complexities. Role-playing villagers, hand-craft demonstrators and skilled musicians portray every day village life; medieval meals and festivals are presented in settings designed to allow visitors to experience firsthand this oft misunderstood period of history.
    "Village tours, festivals, banquets, field trips, and classes are presented seasonally. (See: Calendar ). The Bors Hede dinner theatre restaurant is open year-round by reservation."
  • Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
    Tacoma, about 1:30 drive from Seattle
    253-591-5337
    www.pdza.org

  • The Outback Christmas Tree and Kangaroo Farm
    10030 State Route 530 NE, Arlington, WA 98223
    (about 50 miles, about one hour driving, north of Seattle)
    360-403-7474
    U-cut Christmas trees, kangaroo and exotic animal farm
    raystrom@webtv.net
    www.christmastreesandroos.com

  • The Summit at Snoqualmie Ski Area
    Downhill (Alpine) skiing, cross-country (Nordic) skiing, sledding and tubing, equipment rental. Or just play in the snow and watch the skiers for free.
    1001 State Route 906, Snoqualmie Pass, WA 98068
    425-434-7669, snow line 206-236-1600
    www.summitatsnoqualmie.com

  • Mt Rainier Scenic Railroad
    Steam and Vintage Train Excursions
    349 Mineral Creek Rd, Mineral, WA, 98355 (about 78 miles from Seattle, about 1.5 hours driving from Seattle)
    360-492-5588, 888-STEAM11
    www.mrsr.com

  • Troutlodge U-Fish / Bill's Fishin' Hole
    "When you do arrive, you will find that the facility consists of three large fishing ponds and a series of hatchery raceways. For those up for the big challenge, the two smaller fishing ponds are stocked with 'Trophy-size' Rainbow trout, measuring 3 lbs or more! The main fishing pond, stocked with hundreds of 10-14" rainbow trout, has a large permanent awning covering one side, so fishing can happen come rain or shine. Below the awning are a number of picnic tables and a snack bar.... There is no fee to fish. You only pay for what you catch.... You are welcome to bring your own favorite pole, or rent one for just $1 per visit. Bags and ice for taking your fish home fresh are provided free of charge. Fishing licenses are not required."
    17612 219th Ave E, Orting, WA 98360 (about 45 miles from Seattle, about 1 hour driving from Seattle)
    253-863-0446, 800-838-7688
    360-893-7786
    trout@troutlodge.com
    www.troutlodge.com

  • Fort Nisqually Living History Museum
    Located in Point Defiance Park 5400 N Pearl Street #11, Tacoma, WA 98407
    253-591-5339
    fortnisqually@tacomaparks.com
    Web site, Web site

  • Wolf Haven
    Guided tours. Tent camping and RV parking. wolfhaven.org in Tonino WA 800-448-9653 (800) 448-9653 Wolf Haven International 3111 Offut Lake Road SE, Tenino, Washington 98589
    (about 80 miles from Seattle, about 1 hour 45 minutes driving from Seattle)
    800-448-9653
    info@wolfhaven.org
    www.wolfhaven.org

  • Olympic Game Farm
    Sequim, Washington
    "Olympic Game Farm is the place to get face to face and experience wildlife at close range. We offer the opportunity to really see a tiger's stripes, a rare white rhinoceros, a Kodiak bear's huge size or to get slobbered by a buffalo! The driving tour leaves our visitors with vivid memories of these amazing creatures."
    1423 Ward Road, Sequim, WA 98382
    360-683-4295
    1-800-778-4295
    info@olygamefarm.com
    www.olygamefarm.com

  • US Naval Destroyer Museum Ship
    USS Turner Joy Museum Ship
    Bremerton (about 65 miles, 1 hour to 1 hour and 45 minutes, driving through Tacoma, or take a ferry)
    300 Washington Beach Ave, Bremerton, WA 98337
    360-792-2457
    www.ussturnerjoy.org

  • Mary Olson Farm
    28728 Green River Road NE, Auburn, WA
    253-288-7433
    www.wrvmuseum.org/Olson_Farm/about_mary_olson_farm.html

    "the best preserved historic subsistence farm in King County"

    "listed on the National Register of Historic Sites. Significant features include an 1897 barn, a fully restored 1902 farmhouse, a century-old orchard, three salmon runs in Olson Creek and a remarkable collection of outbuildings, including a smoke house, outhouse and weaving house. The farm will operate as a living history and environmental learning site, and will also be available for community and special events."