According to the American Lung Association, Washington has the cleanest as well as some of the most polluted air.
Washington is one place in the world where people report the most UFO sightings.
At a depth of approximately 8,000 feet, Hells Canyon is the most penetrating gorge in North America.
The state is the number one when it comes to the production of sweet cherries, pears, and red raspberries as well.
Washington happens to be the only state in the US that took its name from its past President.
Tacoma has the world’s largest totem pole.
The state’s more than 50% land is covered in forests.
“Seattle” was named after the Indian leader “Sealth.
Mount St. Helens is an active volcano which is also a National Volcanic Monument.
Washington has more glaciers than any other state except Alaska. Mount Rainier has approximately 26 glaciers.
Cape Disappointment is one of the foggiest places in the U.S.
In 1996, a 9,000-year-old skeleton was found in Kennewick. It is one of the most complete prehistoric skeletons ever found.
The state grows more red raspberries and cherries than any other state in the nation.
Before it became a state, the territory was called Columbia (named after the Columbia River).
Puget Sound’s many islands are served by the largest ferry fleet in the United States.
Seattle is home to the first revolving restaurant, 1961.
The percentage of non-religious people in Washington is the highest of any state, and church membership is among the lowest of all states.
Three ships of the United States Navy, including two battleships, have been named USS Washington in honor of the state.
The town of Artic was to be named ‘Arta’ after the wife of the town founder.