Wildlife Viewing Near Seattle

Best National Parks for Wildlife Viewing Near Seattle, WA

National parks near Seattle, WA ranked by wildlife viewing quality, with drive times and distances.

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Day Trip (Under 2.5 hours)

Orange sea stars on a rocky coast.

Olympic

WA

Moderate Crowds

83 mi -- about 1.5 hr drive

Climber on glacier steps downward with icy crags in background.

Mount Rainier

WA

Moderate Crowds

77 mi -- about 1.4 hr drive

Tents set up in a wooded area.

North Cascades

WA

Room to BreatheHidden Gem

120 mi -- about 2.2 hr drive