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Practical, month-by-month guides with real prices, weather tips, and local insights. Updated for 2026.

March 2026

March on the West Coast

Your month-by-month guide to Washington, Oregon, and California in March. Cherry blossoms, super blooms, whale watching, and real prices for 2026.

Aerial Seattle skyline with Space Needle against a clear blue sky
2026 Guide

Washington in March 2026: Cherry Blossoms, Rainforests, and Real Costs

March is Washington's underrated sweet spot. Cherry blossoms bloom at UW, hotel rates sit 30-40% below summer peaks, and you can ski in the morning and walk through a temperate rainforest by afternoon. Here's everything you need to plan a 5-7 day trip.

12 min read
Multnomah Falls with Benson Bridge in the Columbia River Gorge, Oregon
2026 Guide

March in Oregon: Waterfalls, Whales, and Craft Beer

March transforms Oregon into a waterfall wonderland, sends 20,000 gray whales past the coast, and fills Portland's 70+ breweries with seasonal releases. Here's how to see it all.

11 min read
Aerial view of Bixby Creek Bridge on the Big Sur coast of California
2026 Guide

March in California: Super Blooms, Wine Country, and Coastal Magic

March 2026 is shaping up for an exceptional wildflower super bloom, Napa Valley barrel tastings, and the Pacific Coast Highway without summer crowds. Real prices and timing for every budget.

13 min read

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