Long days at work, chores around the house and a never-ending list of errands can have a tendency to wear even the healthiest people out. But there are several in-state resorts within a three-hour drive of Joint Base Lewis-McChord that can put a spark back in one's eyes and a hop in their step.
ALTA CRYSTAL RESORT AT MT RAINIER
68317 SR 410 East
Greenwater (60 miles from JBLM)
(800) 277-6475
Amenities: Open year round, 23 suites, honeymoon cabin, recreation lodge and heated pool.
Military discount: A $15 discount is offered on stays Monday through Wednesday.
Area activities: Snowshoeing, hiking and biking from your cabin door. Golf, horseback rides, snowmobiling and skiing Crystal Mountain is a 10 to 15 minute drive away.
AMERICAN LAKE ON FORT LEWIS
Amenities: Rental cabins, fishing, canoeing, camping, swimming, sport equipment rentals and planned adventures.
BIRCH BAY
8124 Birch Bay Drive
Blaine (156 miles from JBLM)
(877) 627-2229
Amenities: Eight remodeled cottages, three luxury-view suites, a honeymoon suite, barbecue facilities, fire pits, kite rentals and fine dining.
Military discount: 20 percent, extended stays include other discounts.
Area activities: Beach and swimming across the street,water slides, golf, miniature Family Fun Center, boutiques, outlets and restaurants. Birch Bay State Park and the Nooksak River features fishing, while Mount Baker (30 minute drive) offers skiing. Nearby Bellingham also features shopping and shows.
BONNEVILLE HOT SPRINGS RESORT AND SPA
1252 East Cascade Drive
North Bonneville (155 miles from JBLM)
(866) 459-1678
Amenities: Seventy-eight guest rooms and suites (including hot tub rooms), outdoor mineral springs, Pacific Crest Dining Room, lounge, courtyard bar, espresso and coffee shop.
Military discount: 20 percent
Area activities: Winery tours, golf, hiking, biking, windsurfing, skiing, fishing, Bonneville Dam, Oregon Museum of Science & Industry with planetarium, laser light shows, exhibits, submarine, labs, science playground and motion simulator.
GREAT WOLF LODGE
20500 Old Highway 99, SW
Grand Mound (35 miles from JBLM)
(360) 273-7718
Amenities: Full spa menu for adults, fitness room, Northern Lights Arcade with 100 games, MagiQuest live action-adventure game, Cub Club for youngsters, Gr8 Space teen center with video games, movies, teen dance parties, 60,000 square foot water-park, Pizza Hut Express, Starbucks, Spirit Island Snack Shop and The Loose Moose Cottage.
Military discount: 20 percent off best available rate
Area activities: Airport Golf and Batting Cages, Chehalis-Centralia Railroad & Museum, Hands On Children's Museum and Centralia Rollerdome.
PACIFIC BEACH MILITARY ONLY RESORT
101 First St. N.
Pacific Beach (101 miles from JBLM)
(888) 463-6697
Amenities: Open year round, beach houses, presidential and jacuzzi suites, RV and camping sites, barbecue facilities, hot tubs/sauna, restaurant, full bar, conference center, lounge, game room, horse shoes, ping pong and video rentals.
Military Discount: Listed rates for active duty, National Guard, Reservists, retired, Department of Defense civilians and guests.
Area activities: Clamming, beach walking, bike riding, antiquing, seafood and whale watching.
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