Experience Endless Summer Activities Throughout the Pacific Northwest

Although the Pacific Northwest offers year round activities and stunning views for residents and visitors alike to experience daily—there is something especially magical about this region during the summer season. At Blue Fern, we know how much the area means to our homeowners, and we love building our new home construction communities within the exceptional neighborhoods that can be found all throughout the Pacific Northwest. Read on to see how you can make the most out of this summer while exploring this incredible region we call home.   

Road trip destinations

It could easily be said that one of the most beautiful road trip experiences throughout the United States is on the west coast along the breathtaking Pacific Coast Highway—and you won’t hear us disagreeing with this statement. The natural scenery of the Pacific Northwest is truly unparalleled, and it easily creates the perfect backdrop for the ideal summer road trip. With places along the path to stop at such as Hurricane Ridge, Haystack Rock and the Devil’s Punchbowl—each moment will be one to remember, from sunrise to sunset.

Endless hiking opportunities

If there is one statement that is more true than any other in regards to the Pacific Northwest, it is that you will truly never run out of new hiking trails to discover. Within the state of Washington alone, you’ll be able to explore the seemingly endless trails that make up Alpine Lakes Wilderness and Wild Sky Wilderness, and if you take a longer drive further south into the state of Oregon, you’ll be able to take in the incredible scenery throughout both Spring Basin Wilderness and the Oregon Badlands Wilderness.

Wine tasting anytime 

Moving from a day filled with activity to one focused on peace and serenity—there is nothing quite as magical on a summer night than sitting around a table with your loved ones and enjoying the local delicacies that the wineries throughout the region have available. Driving through the Columbia Valley American Viticultural Area (AVA) is beautiful on its own, but pair it with various stops sipping the region's exquisite wine and you have an incredible weekend trip ahead of you this summer. The Pacific Northwest is home to a number of incredible wineries, and with the Willamette Valley AVA in Oregon and the Okanagan Valley AVA within British Columbia also readily available, you’ll have your work cut out for you as you this summer as you attempt to check each spot off of your list. 

Music filled nights

The Pacific Northwest is a hub for music lovers—and this summer, you’ll find no shortage of different venues to frequent and festivals to explore. Bringing the Broadway experience to the western shores, Rise Up: The Music of Hamilton and Broadway will be happening on Saturday, June 18 at 7:30 p.m. at the Pantages Theater in Tacoma, Washington. For an event the kids are sure to love, make sure you check out the Parkadilley Kids Concert and Fair happening on Sunday, July 17 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Lake Sammamish State Park in Issaquah, Washington. The 9th annual Brew Five Three: Tacoma’s Beer & Music Festival is taking place on Saturday, August 6 with a block party on Broadway. The first session goes from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. and the last session goes from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. for a full day of festivities everyone will enjoy.  

Best locations at Blue Fern 

The Pacific Northwest is filled with incredible people, communities, events, natural scenery and so much more—and there is no doubt in our minds that you’ll quickly fall in love with the area as soon as you arrive. If you’re ready to learn more about the work we do at Blue Fern, give us a call at (206) 319-9681 or fill out our online form today.