US Hwy 101 - Hood Canal to the North Shore

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Start your route in the town of Shelton, WA and simply head north on Hwy 101 all the way up to Discovery Bay, WA. After you complete the route described above, you still have some nice options if you want to continue. Hwy 101 continues around the Olympic Peninsula in a loop, and if you've never done it, it is also a must do ride, but you'd want a couple of days for that one. Hwy 101 intersects with Hwy 20 at Discovery Bay and if you were to take Hwy 20, you would end up in Port Townsend. If you have a shopping Jones, this is the place to cure it. You can either enjoy the Canal from the opposite direction on the way home, or pop across the Hood Canal bridge to Hwy 3 and take a ferry home or get off the peninsula over the Tacoma Narrows Bridge, which is Hwy 16

In a state where water, mountains & trees always add a little flavor, this route combines all 3 to make a spectacular day trip. I've ridden a lot and on a sunny day, you can not beat this ride anywhere. Gorgeous!

There is very little straight road on this stretch of 101. You are following the shore of the Hood Canal, water is in sight almost constantly, and this makes for a really twisty ride. There are hills to contend with in spots, tourist attractions that will slow you down, as well as RV's in the summer, and the occasional deer or coon, so be heads up. The road is very well maintained and potholes are virtually nonexistent.

Along the route you have several small towns where there are many eating choices. Seafood is abundant, as you might imagine. If you're an ice cream lover, don't miss the little store at Lilliwaup. There are many state campgrounds, as well as a few private ones. The biker watering hole is the Geoduck Tavern at Dosewalips. There are some spots to shop in Hoodsport, and a few Native American shops along the route, but if shopping is your thrill, I'd suggest a different route. There is a small casino just east of Hoodsport.

- View the weather forecast for this area from Yahoo weather . - Washington State Parks - Top Images PreviousNext View All Add Photo Add Video Share Your Comments ( 4 ) Earn McR Points Write a review billiebob May 21, 2013 2 McR Points Motorcycle Type : Cruiser Yes this ride is beautiful a d twisty but biker beware, there are turnoffs that cross the road at some hill crests. We lost 3 bikers last month on this road. Be careful and you will enjoy it. Was this road review helpful? Thumbsup 3 riders found this road review useful Guest July 4, 2009 0 McR Points Motorcycle Type : Cruiser This is a great ride. I live on the Kitsap Peninsula and it does not matter which riding group you ride with, you will end up on this route. It is pleasing with gentle to hairpin curves, but don't be expecting much in the speed area, RV's use the route also. You will have excellent views of the Hood Canal with the presence of bald eagles. A positive must do ride. Was this road review helpful? Thumbsup 2 riders found this road review useful Guest June 17, 2008 0 McR Points Motorcycle Type : Cruiser I agree, this is a wonderful ride, as long as it's not raining. The only real issue is that during the summer there is lots of traffic. Due to this reason, it's not the best for a sportbike, but great for a cruiser. Was this road review helpful? Thumbsup 1 riders found this road review useful Guest January 10, 2009 0 McR Points Motorcycle Type : Cruiser This is a nice ride. I made the ride in mid-November. There was not a lot of traffic to contend with then. If you live in the Tacoma area it is a fun ride to go up Hwy 3 to the hood canal bridge and just make a good loop down to Olympia and back to Tacoma. I recommend this ride to anyone who wants to take a 5 to 6 hour trip. Was this road review helpful? Thumbsup 1 riders found this road review useful View all reviews Overall Route Rating 3.54 out of 5 Rider Rating 3.54 15 Reviews Login & Earn more McR points Add to Routes I've Ridden If you have driven this route, add it to your "Rode It" list Add to Routes Wishlist If you wish to ride this route, add it to your "To Ride" list. Add to Routes I've Follow If you want to get updates, add it to your "Follow" list. Invite a friend to learn about this route or drive/ride it with you. To invite Invite a riding friend to ride this route. Featured video googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('DSlot3'); }); Featured Motorcycle Articles Top 10 Motorcycle Rides In USA's Northeast Region (New Year 2024 Edition) Top 5 Motorcycle Rides in the USA (New Year 2021 Edition) Top 5 Best Motorcycle Rides in Missouri (2021 Riding Season Year-End Review) Top 10 Motorcycle Rides in USA's Southern Region (New Year 2024 Edition) Top 10 Motorcycle Rides In USA's Midwest Region (New Year 2024 Edition) Ride the Dragon Top 10 Motorcycle Rides In USA's West Region (New Year 2024 Edition) Father-Son Motorcycle Trip 2020 to Western Colorado View All googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('DSlot4'); }); Upcoming Motorcycle Events No Results Found.

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