Summer travel might look a little different this year, but for those of us who love nature, that won’t be a problem. Washington has plenty of secluded spots and hidden gems in nature just waiting to be discovered. This season, take a trip to Northeast Washington and check out the Little Pend Oreille National Wildlife Refuge. This part of the state is beautiful, secluded, and wildly underrated.

The Little Pend Oreille National Wildlife Refuge is located in Stevens County, just east of Colville.
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This wildlife refuge is operated by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service.
Believe it or not, this is the only mountainous, mixed-conifer forest refuge outside Alaska and the largest in Washington.
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Since it was established in 1939, thousands and thousands of Washingtonians have come here to relax and spend time in nature.
Some of the most popular activities here are hiking, fishing, camping, and horseback riding.
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But if all you'd like to do is come here to relax and have a picnic, that's perfectly fine.

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The wildlife refuge is home to numerous bird species, bears, deer and elk, timber wolves, cougars, and beavers, just to name a few.
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The observation decks will allow you to observe some of those creatures, if you're lucky.
One of the focal points of the area is the Settlers Barn.
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This little piece of history is still standing strong.
The total size of the refuge is 41,878 acres, so you'll have plenty of room to explore.
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At a time when social distancing is still encouraged, it's nice to have space to roam free.
The Little Pend Oreille National Wildlife Refuge is a must-see.
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If you're planning to visit Eastern Washington this summer (or you're lucky enough to call the area home), check it out.

Have you ever heard of this hidden gem?

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