Located on the rugged Olympic Peninsula in Washington about 3 hours southwest of Seattle, the Iron Springs Resort is a luxurious but rustic resort that is a perfect way for families to experience true Pacific Northwest elements in total comfort. Many families who stay here find themselves repeat visitors and it is easy to see how vacationing here could become a family tradition.
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About the Resort:
The Best Time to Visit:
Although the summer offers warm weather and more chance of sun, October begins clamming season. The timing depends on the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife but there are usually guided clam digs available throughout the fall season for families who want to learn how to clam. Storms also sound pretty spectacular to watch from the resort-apparently the waves crash quite close to the cabins. We experienced some heavy rain when we visited but still felt warm and comfortable by the crackling fire indoors.
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About the area:
We thought we might drive to nearby Ocean Shores or Seabrook where there are cafes, stores and restaurants but we were totally content just hanging out at the resort-maybe if we were there for a longer stay. The only place we ventured to was the Resort’s hike that starts just across the street from the entrance and brought us on a 30-minute jaunt through the woods where we marveled at all the giant trees.
Iron Springs is an amazing relaxing family getaway and we are already talking about coming back with my sister and her family next year. There is a “Let’s Go Fly A Kite” Special on through October 2016 and cabins average around $219 a night for a family of 4.
