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Mountains Parbs Trails Trails, continued Historic & Cultural Sites 1 Olympic Sculpture Park 14 Regional Wildland Park 25 Asahel Curtis Picnic Area & Nature Trail/Annette Lake Trail 40 Log House Museum, "The Birthplace of " to Sound Magnificent views and world-class art at Seattle Art Museum's nine-acre Largest wild park in an urban area in Am eri ca with 5,000 acres. A network Spectacular old growth forest an d a plunging mountain stream Celebrates the early history of Alki and West Seattle. From 1-5 south of outdoor sculpture park on the north end of t he Seattle waterfront. of tra ils th rough wetland and fo rest terra in allows and horseback characterize the easy 0. 5-mile Nature Trail loo p. Reach Annette Lake by 1-90, take the West Seattle Freeway and turn right off the Harbor Avenue riding. Mine shafts and concrete foundations from 19th century coal a 3.5-mile (one way) hike. /-90 exit 47, south to Na ture Trail and Annette S. W. exit to circle around Alki Point, then turn left on 61st Avenue S.W 2 Jim Ellis Freeway Park mining can still be see n. To the Red Town Trailhead: 1-90 exit 13, head Lake Trailhead. Just north of 1-90 is a picnic area. loghousemuseum.info Greenway Iconic downtown park on a lid above 1-5, named after Greenway founder. south on Lakemont Boulevard for 3 miles. To Creek Trailhead: SR 900 {l-90 exit 15} south fo r 3.3 miles; small parkin g area is on the right. 26 Denny Creek and Fran klin Fa lls 41 Hiram M. Chittenden Locks 3 St. Edward State Park One of the best fa mily trails in the Greenway, a short walk from the Many lake an d river systems of King County flow to the sea through the This forested park in Kenmore includes trails for hikers and equestrians, a 15 State Park road leads to 70-fo ot Franklin Fa lls. Nearby is a portion of the historic locks in Ballard, in northwest Seattle. The view of migrating salmon at huge playground and a rich history as a former re ligious sem inary. Over 2,000 acres of forest on the south edge of Issaquah offer hiking, Wagon Road. From 1-90 exit 47 drive north of the freeway the fish ladder is a powerful reminder of the thread of life that begins in equestrian trails and excell ent wildlife habitat. 1-90 exit 15, south on and take a right on Denny Creek Road. Drive 2 miles to the campground, snowmelt from the mountains along the Greenway. From 1-5 north of /-90, 4 Mercer Slough Nature Park Highway 900 past milepost 18, then left on SE May Valley Road for 3 and a bit fa rther is the trail to the falls. take the 45th Street exit, head west and fo llow signs. Beginning under 1-90, the Slough covers 320 acres of wetlands with 5 miles. Trailhead will be on left. miles of trails for nature walks, canoe trips and bird watch ing. Ma rshes, 27 Snoqualm ie Pass 42 Museum of History and Industry meadows and waterways provide wildlife habitat fo r birds, animals, 16 Tiger Mountain State Forest Downhill and cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, sledding, hiking and MOHAI, in a former armory in South La ke Un ion in Seattle, is the largest amphibians and native plants. The Visitor Center/ Museum is in the The state's most popular tra il s wind through 13,000 acres of working mounta in biking. 1-90 exit 52, 53 or 54 to the ski areas and trails. private herit age organization in , telling stories of the peop le historic Winters House. 1-90 exit 9, Bellevue Wa y. First right leads to boat forest and conservation area, managed by the State Department of who built Seattle from wildern ess to wo rld city. launch and trails. Continue north post Park and Ride to Winters Ho use. Natural Resources . There are two access points for hikers, mounta in 28 Alpine La kes Wildern ess and t he mohai.org bikers and equestrians, just minutes from Seattle suburbs. For the High A nationally fa mous wilderness vith dozens of rugged alpine peaks, 5 State Park Point Trailhead take 1-90 to exit 20 and turn south. For the Tiger Summit glacial lakes and meadows fu ll of wildflowers; dangerous country for the 43 Burke Museum A favorite day-use destination for boaters, water skiers, swimmers and Trailhead take Highway 18 exit 25 south off /-90. In about 4 miles the inexperienced hiker and fragile habitat. Reservations and permits limit Located on the University of Washington campus in Seattle, the Burke picn ickers. The Greenway Trust and Wa shington State Parks have taken on trailhead will be on the right. Bicycles allowed at Tiger Summit. hikers in the wilderness, but se eral day-hike trail s from 1-90 exits east features the natural and cultural history of the Pacific Northwest - birds, a major ecological restoration effort at the lake and along of North Bend give a taste of the alpine region beyon d. The Pacific Crest fossils, loggi ng tools, and more. burkemuseum.org to restore salmon and wildlife habitat and improve the park for visitors. 17 Duthie Hill Park National Scenic Trail, which runs from Canada to Mexico, heads north of From /-90 take exit 15, turn north, follow signs to the park. Duthie Hill Park encompasses 120 acres of evergreen forest located on 1-90 exit 52 at Snoqualmie Pass into the Wilderness, and south of 1-90 exit 44 Klondike Gold Rush Museum the Sammamish Pl atea u. The lush fo rest of Douglas firs and western 52 through ports of Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. Between 1-90 and th e Seattle waterfront in the historic Pion eer Square 6 hemlocks provides an excellent backdrop for a mountain bike park and district, with photos and memorabilia from Seattle's turn-of-t he-century Snowmelt from the feeds the as it cuts miles of hiking trails. 1-90 exit 18, go north for 2.1 miles, turn right onto 29 Crystal Springs and cabin Creek Sno-Parks boom days. 319 2nd Ave South, Seattle. www.nps.gov/ klse through the valley to plunge over 270-foot Snoqualm ie Fal ls, creating a Issaquah-Fall City Road, follow for 3 miles, park is on right. Cross-country skiing trails. Snowmobiles at Cryst al Springs. Sno-park spectacular natural attraction that draws 1.5 million visitors a year. A t ra il permit requi red from Washington State Parks www.parks.wa.gov. From 45 Issaquah History Museums leads to viewing platforms and down switchbacks to t he foot of the falls. 18 Preston-Snoqualmie Trail 1-90 at exit 62 for Crystal Springs, Exit 63 for Cabin Creek. The Gil man Town Hall Museum and the Issaquah Depot Museum 1-90 take exit 25, follow signs to the falls. This paved, 6-mile regional trail segment connects Preston on t he west discover, preserve and share the history of Issaquah. to an overlook of Snoqualmie Falls on the east. To the western trailhead, 30 John Wayne Pioneer Trail, Snoqualmie Tu nnel, 1-90 exit 17, head south on Front Street. issaquahhistory. org 7 Snoqualmie Point Park & Rattlesnake Mountain Trailhead take 1-90 exit 22, head north, turn right, trail head on the left. A major, non-motorized, cross-state link, this form er Th is magnificent Greenway park offers sweeping views of the front range ra ilway grade reaches from Rattlesnake Lake near North Bend east across 46 Northwest Railway Museum, Snoqualmie of the Cascades and Snoqualmie Pass. The Mount

Greenway Summer Earth Day Festival at Mt Si Ell ensburg Rodeo Santa Train Rides, Snoqualmie April 22nd Second weekend in August Labor Day eekend December Join your comm unity in celebrating Earth Day. Celebrate this annual festival at the base of Mt Si in North Bend One of Ame rica's Top Ten professional rodeos, started in 1923. The A tradition at the Northwest Railway Museum, partici pants of al l Cities all over the Greenway are hosting festivities and activities for with plenty of events for everyone, including arts & crafts ven dors, host of the World Finale of the Extreme Bulls Tou r. Watch riders, ages travel by t ra in to visit Santa Claus. trainmuseum.org this annual event. Vi sit greenway365.org to see what is happening multiple music stages, Kids Fun Zone, cherry pie eating contest, Tour ropers, and wrestlers compete in the best rodeo arena in the nation. in your community. de Peaks Bicycle Ride, The Grand Parade and more. el/ensburgrodeo.com Guided Snowshoe Outings, Snoqualmie Pass GREEN TRAILS festivalatmtsi.org January through March IVe lave Uiese places Farmers Markets Issa quah Salmon Days Join a gu ided snowshoe hike this winter with the US Forest Service. Typica lly March-September Celebrate Shoreline Festival First weekend in October Programs include a 90-minute walk, extended half-day trip, winter Explorer Visit a community fa rmers market to get local, farm-fresh fruit and August Join in this annual celebration of the return of salmon to lssaquah's photography, ecology outings, and "Kids in the Snow." vegetables, locally made baked goods and artisan crafts, throughout Stop by for live music on stage, food vendors, community booths waters. The streets will be full of art, food, music, a parade, sporti ng Reservations: 425-434-6111, fs .u sda. gov/mbs AT&T Washington towns and cities in the Greenway. wafarmersmarkets.com and fun activities for the who le fami ly. Don't miss the parade with events and more. salmondays.org Port BlaRely decorative fl oats, marching bands, drill teams and more. Christmas in Cle Elum, Parade of Lights Spring Hikes shorelinewa.gov Festivals and Event s December Ta ke a low-elevation hike before the snow melts with Issaquah Al ps Seek out Snoqualmie Valley farm events, Woodinvil le winery Celebrate the holidays with Cle Elum-Roslyn Chamber of Commerce. Trails Club. issaquahalps.org Explore the Greenway Trips celebrations and fall harvest festivals on our event calenda r. Unique, behind-the-scenes explorations. greenway365.org green way365.org greenway365.org greenway365.org grecnway3<;5.org greenway365.org The Mountains to Sound Greenway Heritage Area

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