...let Packwood, Washington be your next destination for your mountain getaway. Packwood is centrally located to Mt Rainier, Mt St Helens, White Pass Ski Area, the Gifford Pinchot National Forest and the Cowlitz River. Your Packwood Vacation can be filled with summer activities like hiking, fishing, mountain biking and swimming or winter activities like downhill skiing, cross country skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiles, sledding and playing in the snow. Fall is a great time for hunting, fishing, hiking, and watching the leaves change color. Packwood features endless mountain views, unlimited hiking trails with easy access to the Pacific Crest Trail and abundant wildlife. Elk frequent both the Smith Property and Alta Lane.

Packwood is host to many summer and winter events featuring flea markets, music festivals, winter carnival and car shows. Visit www.destinationpackwood.com for a listing of special events or choose your Packwood Vacation for peace and quiet in the beautiful Cowlitz Valley. Choose between the outstanding views of the Alta Lane home, or the delightful Smith Road home, tucked into downtown Packwood.

Packwood is easy to find and is centrally located between Seattle and Portland. From either airport, Packwood is about 2 1/2 hours driving and requires only one turn off Interstate-5 on to Highway 12 to get to Packwood. The people are friendly, the air is mountain fresh and your Packwood Vacation is ideal for rejuvenating the soul.