The much-anticipated SR-520 line has finally opened, and if the trail counters are anything to go by, commuters of all stripes will soon be able to get going. The Snoqualmie Valley Trail leads through green dairy farms in the north, clear blue mountains and lakes in the south. And the Sammamish River Trail, which winds through a wide, scenic green expanse, is home to riverside parks and farms, as well as the growing wine industry.

The Tolt Pipeline Trail connects Bothell, and the North Creek Trail connects with the South Lake Union Trail to the north and the North Lake Washington Traillink to the south. Suburban sprawl gives way to deep forests and rural farm land, while the railway line from Issaquah climbs to the outskirts of Preston. It is a flat geography, in the middle of the mountainous area, but it is also home to some of the best hiking and biking trails in the state, as well as a number of parks and trails.

High Mountain Range The Cascade Range mountains rise steeply east of the city, and 40 miles southeast is Mt. Rainier Valley National Park, home to some of Washington's best hiking and biking trails. If you're not a skier, take a gondola ride out into the wide world, with sweeping views of Lake Washington and Puget Sound, or enjoy scenic views from the top of Mount Baker, the state's highest peak, at 5,000 feet.

The summit house, the restaurant at the top, prepares chilli with Washington beef, a far cry from the standard burgers that are found on most ski resort menus. Kitchen & Kettle Restaurant and Charlie's Cafe serve a wide selection of local and regional dishes, as well as some of the state's best craft beers, wines and cocktails. It has a full service grocery store, café, bar and restaurant, and an outdoor terrace offering residents a wider choice of meals.

Brandjes has also set up a restaurant in the area, Mint, and his beer is tapped at the Chalet Theatre, the Enumclaw cinema. Tracy's Farm and a neighboring farm produce a wide selection of beers as well as some of the state's best craft beers.

The best known, and arguably the best, is the Pie Goddess at 1100 Griffin Ave., anchored by the popular Peanut Butterfinger, a sweet and savory version of a traditional cake. The most popular is the Cascadian Rye (which has behaved with a cult following), Brandjes said, but the peanuts and butterfingers have nearly 50 varieties, ranging from seasonal fruits like peaches with pecans to meaty shepherd's pie. This is perfect for a post-ski dinner. Smoke is sold on the street and peanut butter finger was the most popular sweet cake, according to the store's website.

Located less than 5 miles from Enumclaw, Econo Lodge in Buckley features a lobby with bar, dining room, outdoor terrace and a full-service restaurant.

Washington can get heavy snow, and some regions have seen up to 1 1 / 2 inches of snow in a year. The mountains often experience rain in winter, so those hoping not to get soaked should perhaps come in late summer. Remember that it can rain all year round and pack accordingly, but the mountains in the central and eastern part of the state, such as Mount Rainier and Mount Baker, receive nearly 500 inches of snow per year! We have a number of great hiking and camping opportunities for those who want to explore the region, as well as a variety of restaurants.

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The Enumclaw School District operates a public school system with more than 2,000 students in grades from elementary school through 12th grade. It also has a number of charter schools, as well as several private schools and a community college.

The scenic Soundview Trail runs along the bay and streams that run from the Enumclaw River to Puget Sound, with scenic views of Lake Washington, the Pacific Ocean and the Columbia River.

The first 1.5 km of the trail follows an old railway track and ends in the Alpine Lakes Wilderness. The Green Cedar Rivers Trail is the Cedar River Trail that runs north of the intersection of the two paths at Witte Road. This path can be difficult to navigate in some places, as it is connected to other unmaintained paths. The Ship Canal Trail runs along the shores of Lake Washington and offers scenic views of Puget Sound, the Pacific Ocean and the Columbia River.

The Northern Pacific Railroad diverts its route and the Scott Pierson Trail runs along the northern edge of Alpine Lakes Wilderness on the west side of Lake Washington. The falls are located in the foothills of the cascade near the town of Gold Bar and climb 2.5 miles to reach the Pacific Crest Trail at the intersection of Witte Road and Silver Lake Road.