Outdoors & wildlife
5The best return on a short drive, and the category most worth checking the weather for.
Coast & scenic
4Shoreline walks, a scenic drive, and a historic plaza built for taking it slow.
On the water
2Get out among the otters. Paddle it yourself or let the boat do the work.
Museums & indoors
5The dependable backbone for a rainy day, a hot afternoon, or a slower outing.
Food & drink
5From a creekside splurge dinner to a bakery case worth the drive.
Live & seasonal
5Worth planning around; they’re only here for a window each year.