Cape Flattery

Cape Neah Bay, Washington, United States

What to expect

Cape Flattery is the northwesternmost point of the contiguous United States, located on the Olympic Peninsula in Washington. It offers a scenic trail with spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean, Tatoosh Island, and the surrounding landscape. The trail is 0.75 miles long and features boardwalks, stairs, and dirt sections, with an overall elevation loss of 200 feet. Along the way, visitors can enjoy views of the rugged rocks, birds, and marine life, including gray whales and sea lions. The area is also home to the Cape Flattery Lighthouse, located on Tatoosh Island. With its unique blend of natural beauty and rich history, Cape Flattery is a great destination for families and outdoor enthusiasts

Plan your family visit to the Cape Flattery with these blog insights 👇

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Olympic National Park With Kids: 3 Day Itinerary

Olympic National Park With Kids: 3 Day Itinerary
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Cape Flattery, hiking the 1.5 mile out and back trail

Highlights: We enjoyed the pretty drive out to the trail and the viewpoints ✨

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Easily Accessible Pacific Beaches in Olympic National Park

Easily Accessible Pacific Beaches in Olympic National Park
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Cape Flattery, the northwesternmost point of the contiguous United States. We enjoyed the dramatic cliffs, caves, and islands, and we saw Tatoosh Island, a small island with pine trees and a lighthouse. We also saw some whales while we were there

Highlights: Cape Flattery was a unique and breathtaking experience, and we enjoyed the dramatic cliffs, caves, and islands. The kids were fascinated by Tatoosh Island and the whales we saw ✨

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The Best Olympic National Park Itinerary with Kids

The Best Olympic National Park Itinerary with Kids
This family's experience:

Activities: We went to watch the sunset from the westernmost point in the contiguous United States

Highlights: The kids loved seeing the ocean and the cliffs, and we all enjoyed the beautiful sunset ✨