Drive along U.S. Interstate 5, 90 or 405 and you will travel through sections of King County, Washington. This is the largest Washington County and home to an estimated 2 million people as of 2009. You may enjoy water activity near Lake Sammanish, the Taylor River or Puget Sound. Alternatively, explore the terrain by visiting the Cascade Range, Issaquah Alps or Vashon Island. If you are health conscious, King County offers a variety of outdoor recreational activities to help you stay fit.
Go Hiking
Hike to Stehekin Valley, since no road exists between the Lake Chelan Recreation Area and the surrounding region. You can, however, take a passenger ferry or float plane. The glacier-carved Stehekin Valley and Lake Chelan are a part of the Lake Chelan Recreation Area. Experience a rugged terrain for most of your hike, so make sure you have the appropriate footwear. Other activities available are fishing, backpacking and camping.
Go Sea Kayaking
Take a sightseeing tour by sea kayaking in King County, Washington. You can rent a single kayak by the hour if you are experience at Alki Kayak. Or, register for a tour of the Duwamish River and Alki Peninsula. You begin with a kayak tutorial. The Cascade Mountains and Olympic Mountains are attractions along the route. Tours start at $65 as of 2010, and run every day. Make a reservation to guarantee your trip, especially in the summer when the tours are busy. Otherwise, if you have never kayaked, join the class on Wednesdays to learn the basics of kayaking. Other rentals available are bikes, skates and stand-up paddleboards.
G Scuba Diving
Explore the Puget Sound by arranging a scuba dive. Plenty of six-gill sharks, fish and eight-foot octopi live in the Puget Sound. Whether you are a beginner or pro, a variety of scuba diving options are available. Bubbles Below offers the Edmonds Underwater Park and Alki, the Junkyard dive. All you need to do is show up and dive. A short orientation is given, and then you can go diving. If you need to learn how to dive, Bubbles Below offer programs for children and adults in either a private or group setting.
Go Whitewater Rafting
Plan a whitewater rafting trip in King County, Washington. Select the open Wenatchee River or the Skykomish River surrounded by the forest. The rivers are more demanding In King County, so whitewater rafting is not easy. The majority of the rivers in King County are not for beginners. In King County, you must have a minimum of three people and be a proficient swimmer. Bring a personal flotation device, life jacket and a helmet.
Go Golfing
Arrange for tee-time at the Jackson Park Golf Course in Seattle. The 18-hole Jackson Park Championship Golf Course offers 6,247 yards and a slope of 114. Plus, there is a nine-hole executive course as well. Another course to swing your clubs at is the 18-hole Jefferson Park Golf Course with more than 6,200 yards, including a nine-hole par-3 course. If you are interested in learning how to play golf, enroll for lessons at any of the 10 golf courses in Seattle.
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