In addition to the miles of trails and walkways in Ten Trails, there are also a number of nearby parks and trails that are ideal for walking the family dog!
Looking for a family day trip? Consider visiting Washington state’s most famous waterfall! Snoqualmie Falls tumbles down 268 feet with its width ranging from 50 to 150 feet, depending on water levels. After heavy rains, the roaring cascade takes on a curtain form that is a dramatic sight to behold.
The falls can be viewed from the lovely two-acre park which offers a gift shop, observation deck, the Salish Lodge, picnic areas, restrooms and a hiking trail.
The upper observation platform provides the best view of the falls and is wheelchair accessible. This is a must-stop spot for your family photo-op or selfie! The deck is sheltered, free, and open to the public from dawn until dusk.
Visitors can hike from the parking lot to the misty boardwalk near the base of the falls. The trail descends 1.3 miles through forested land to a powerhouse and a lower observation deck. Hikers can look through the windows of the powerhouse to view the turbines generating hydroelectric power for Puget Sound Energy. The trail includes interpretive signs introducing native wildlife and vegetation. A few sections of the trail are steep and provide a short challenge on the way back up the hill. It is a great introduction to the region for beginning hikers.
Salish Lodge & Spa has been ranked among the best small resorts in the world. This delightful Pacific Northwest lodge overlooks Snoqualmie Falls and offers lodging, spa services, and award-winning fine dining. For more information on this getaway resort visit www.salishlodge.com.
Ten Trails residents will discover that this gem is only 23 miles from home. Parking is free and dogs on a leash are allowed on the trail and lookouts. Winter is a great time to visit this iconic destination because water flow is often high, resulting in a dramatic display of nature’s power. Put this one-of-a-kind day trip on your calendar soon!
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Right now is the time of year that salmon are embarking in their long journey upstream to spawn. The annual migration is one of the Pacific Northwest’s most awe-inspiring biological phenomenons and it can be viewed in person just minutes from Ten Trails! Just a few miles from community, the Cedar River boasts Sockeye, Chinook, and Coho salmon–all of which can be viewed completing their migration. Within a short drive from the community, you and your family can learn from local naturalists about the annual travels that salmon take from the Pacific Ocean to the Cedar River to spawn.
Holder Knob Trail is ideal forthose who are new to hiking, or for younger kids, as it is not as challenging as some other hikes in the area. The trail begins with a steep incline, but levels out considerably, with a convenient picnic rest area located right after the initial ascent. The trail offers 500 feet in elevation gain over 3.5 miles, making it the perfect length for an after-work hike for Ten Trails commuters who are looking for a stop on the way home from their commute from the Eastside, or for busy moms looking for a way to entertain kids on a sunny afternoon post-school.
Hiking is just one of the many activities you can enjoy as a new resident of this master-planned community! Ten Trails has a number of first-class amenities, and will feature a park within 1/4 mile of every single home in the community once fully built. In addition to new homes, retail, and parks, the community also has space set aside for 7 new schools: one high school, two middle schools, and four elementary schools. As a resident of Ten Trails, your kids will potentially have the ability to walk to their school, which is located right within the community.
The next time you and your family are looking for a fun activity that can be enjoyed by all, consider heading to Holder Knob Trail!
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