Road Trips from Federal Way, WA
Heading out from Federal Way this weekend? You've got options ranging from quick hops to larger cities to longer hauls that get you into different terrain. There are several destinations within a half-hour drive, good for a day trip, plus a few places over two hours away if you're looking to cover more ground. All these routes offer access to parks, including the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park.
Total Routes
7
Shortest
0.6h
With Parks Nearby
7
Under 2 hours
Full-day getaway
Weekend trip
Omak, WA
5h 7m242.3 mi one way
The longest drive at 242.3 miles and 5.1 hours, this route mixes highway and surface roads and features hilly terrain. It has a high drive score of 9, indicating a more involved journey.
Finley, WA
4h 34m236.2 mi one way
West Pasco, WA
4h 22m228 mi one way
Dayton, WA
5h 55m274.7 mi one way
Highland, WA
4h 28m233.9 mi one way
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Omak, WA
5h 7m242.3 mi one way
Finley, WA
4h 34m236.2 mi one way
West Pasco, WA
4h 22m228 mi one way
Dayton, WA
5h 55m274.7 mi one way
Omak, WA
5h 7m242.3 mi one way
Dayton, WA
5h 55m274.7 mi one way
Prosser, WA
3h 47m195.8 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Spring offers good conditions for drives with park access, including Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park, with generally mild weather across various terrains.
Summer
Summer is ideal for longer drives to places like Westport or Omak, with ample daylight for exploring the parks accessible from these routes.
Fall
Fall provides excellent driving conditions for routes with rolling terrain like Sunnyside, and the parks remain accessible.
Winter
Winter drives are feasible for closer destinations like Tacoma, but longer routes may encounter varied weather depending on terrain and elevation.
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