The Atlas Obscura Guide To Olympia
5 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Olympia, Washington
Updated May 23, 2025
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The deep, moody forests of Washington state are filled with secrets and stories. From springy mosses to towering Douglas firs, rocky outcrops, and glacial deposits, it’s easy to see how the landscape helped set the tone for stories like David Lynch’s trippy TV series Twin Peaks and the teen vampire romance that is Twilight. Across the Evergreen State, human- and nature-made oddities are rarely far from reach.
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