From hidden waterfalls to secluded parks you never knew existed, Washington has gems all over the place to discover. Out of the countless remote places you can find in our state, here are 10 of the many hidden treasures in Washington that you’ll be glad you came across:

1. Spoon Creek Falls, Olympic National Park
Montesano, WA 98563, USA
The Modern Day Hippie Hiker
If you're interested in searching for hidden waterfalls in Washington, Spoon Creek Falls is the one to find. Perhaps the most underrated waterfall on the Olympic Peninsula is this cascade, which drops over 70 feet in two tiers. The impressive falls is best to view from October through July and can be found in the Olympic National Forest up Wynoochee Valley Road.

Learn more about Spoon Creek Falls on the webpage.
2. Stehekin Valley, near Chelan
Stehekin Valley Road, Stehekin Valley Rd, Washington, USA
Flickr / samara_breeze
If you're looking to head out for a more remote adventure, you can only reach this area by either hiking in, flying in, or most commonly, taking a ferry in. The scenic valley can be found hiding at the northwest end of Lake Chelan with trails to explore everywhere!

Learn more about Stehekin Valley on the webpage.
3. Congdon Castle, Yakima
Yakima, WA, USA
Walter Smith / Flickr
Wonder if secret treasures lie around here somewhere? How about a secret castle in Washington? As grand as it is to look at, this 30,000-square foot stone castle is occupied by a family, so it's not currently open to the public. While privacy is understandable, you can't help but wonder how amazing it looks on the inside too. It has been noted that the castle features 80 rooms, 18 of which are bedrooms, a lookout tower with a sleeping porch, and even an indoor swimming pool. If you do happen to come across this royal fort near Yakima, you can always admire the exterior!

Learn more about Congdon Castle in our previous coverage.
4. Port Williams Beach, near Sequim
2499 Port Williams Rd, Sequim, WA 98382, USA
Janine Fitzpatrick
Port Williams is a tranquil, often overlooked beach for families, lovers, birdwatchers, dog lovers and kayakers. It's usually rather quiet and empty, making for a perfect place where you can take a metal detector to uncover any potential buried hidden treasures in Washington.

Learn more about Port Williams Beach on the webpage.
5. Howe Art Gallery & Kinetic Sculpture Garden, Eastsound
472 Deer Harbor Rd, Eastsound, WA 98245, USA
Anthony Howe / Youtube
Most people don't know about this art collection on Orcas Island because it's located in the artist's yard and generally closed to the public. In addition to the strange work pictured, there are several other wind-powered kinetic sculptures on display that were made from a variety of metals and polymers. You can this Northwest treasure online, like in this awesome short video or on the artist's website.

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6. Salt Creek Recreation Area, Port Angeles
Salt Creek Recreation Area, Tongue Point Marine Life Sanctuary, 3506 Camp Hayden Rd, Port Angeles, WA 98363, USA
Jim and Bev
Tucked away from the main road behind a forest of trees lies one of the most beautiful hidden parks in Washington. This 196-acre park, full of rocky bluffs, upland forests, tide pools, beaches, and a number of peaceful places to go camping. It's one of the prettiest hidden parks in Washington.

Learn more about Salt Creek Recreation Area in our previous coverage.
7. Pee Wee Falls, Pend Orielle County
Pewee Falls, Washington 99153, USA
Dan and Marlene Goan
If you love hidden waterfalls in Washington, here's another. This stunning waterfall isn't very well known because it's only accessible by some sort of watercraft. However, if you are able to paddle out to catch a glimpse of the falls just south of Boundary Dam on the Pend Orielle River, the cascading waters are absolutely breathtaking!

Learn more about Pee Wee Falls on the webpage.
8. Ginkgo Petrified Forest State Park, Vantage
Ginkgo Petrified Forest State Park, 630 Ginkgo Ave, Vantage, WA 98950, USA
Yelp / Flora C.
You may be familiar with our state's regular Evergreen forests, but did you know we have a petrified wood forest as well? You can find over 50 different species of fossilized wood in this unusual area by the Columbia River. The many species of wood you can find include ginkgo, sweetgum, redwood, Douglas fir, walnut, spruce, elm, maple, horse chestnut, cottonwood, magnolia, yew, and witch hazel. It's one of the most unique hidden parks in Washington.

Learn more about Ginkgo Petrified Forest State Park in our previous coverage.
9. Waterfall Garden Park, Seattle
UPS Waterfall Garden Park, 219 2nd Ave S, Seattle, WA 98104, USA
Flickr / basic_sounds
Hundreds of people pass by this sanctuary in the middle of downtown everyday, never knowing that just further back is a hidden 22-foot waterfall flowing over beautiful granite boulders. This secluded park can be found near Pioneer Square on 2nd Ave S. and S. Main Street.

Learn more about Waterfall Garden Park in our previous coverage.
10. Falls Creek Cave, Gifford Pinchot National Forest
Gifford Pinchot National Forest, Washington 98377, USA
Curious Gorge
You can locate this secret gem just outside of Carson, and luckily it doesn't require any crawling as you would need to in several other lava tubes. Unlike the Ape Caves, this is a much lesser-known cavern in our state to explore, but still just as magical!

Learn more about Falls Creek Cave on the webpage.

Do you know of any other hidden treasures in Washington? Please share them with us and your fellow readers in the comments.

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Where can I find more secret castles in Washington?

If you’re in the mood to search for castles around the state, start your adventure with our Road Trip To Washington’s Most Majestic Castles. This helpful guide will lead you to some of the most fairytale-like castles such as Alexander Castle in Port Townsend, Stadium High School in Tacoma, and Thornewood Castle in Lakewood.

What are the best hidden gems in Washington?

Another road trip you may consider taking is our Ultimate Washington Hidden Gem Road Trip where you’ll discover places like the Joyce General Store, Hoko Falls, and the Ozette Indian Village Archaeological Site. 

What waterfall hikes can I take in Washington?

If you’ve ever wanted to walk behind a waterfall, you can have your chance by hiking to Little Mashel Falls near Eatonville. Along the way, you’ll see plenty of ponds and other waterfalls, but it’s Little Mashel Falls that's the main attraction along this 5-mile hike. For a shorter hike, head to Randle to find the Angel Falls Loop, a trail that’s just under three miles and leads to the spectacular 175-foot Angel Falls.

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