Ten Trails has a Prime Location, Close to Necessities

Ten Trails has a prime location, close to area attractions and necessities like local commuter rail stations, SeaTac airport, local shopping centers, and area outdoor attractions.

Ten Trails is Close to SeaTac Airport

Ten Trails is located about a 35-minute drive from SeaTac airport. This international airport has long-term parking options for residents who need to leave their vehicle for a trip. The community is also an easy Uber, Lyft, or airport shuttle drive from the airport.

Ten Trails is Nearby Outdoor Attractions

Ten Trails residents have their pick of amazing outdoor attractions located just minutes from the community. Nearby Lake Sawyer Regional Park is perfect for a day spent boating, fishing, picnicking, or walking the nature trails.  Flaming Geyser State Park is also just minutes from the community and is another spot for a family picnic or hike. Head over on a clear, sunny day to watch some model airplanes flying in the park’s AMA-sanctioned flying field.  Crystal Mountain Resort is one of the area’s best and largest snow sports resorts and can be reached from the community in just about an hour’s drive.

Ten Trails is Close to Local Shopping

Ten Trails is located just minutes from area shopping centers. Four Corners Maple Valley is only a seven-minute drive from the community and Covington Costco along with a number of other shopping plazas are less than 15 minutes from the community.

Close to the Commuter Train Station

For residents who need to commute to Seattle for work, Ten Trails is conveniently located about 25 minutes from both the Auburn and Kent commuter railway stations. Ride the Sounder train into downtown Seattle where you can catch a bus to your final destination, walk to your downtown building, or hop on the Link light rail. 360.469.4043 www.TenTrails.com  

Beat Cabin Fever with These Winter Outdoor Activities 

Too many winter months trapped indoors can make even the happiest of households a little stir crazy. Luckily, the area around Ten Trails offers ample opportunities to get outside during the winter months and enjoy all the wonderful outdoor activities the Pacific Northwest is well-known for!

Soak up Thermal Waters in Washington Hot Springs

Washington State is home to many natural hot springs, some primitive and some part of larger resorts. Within a day’s drive from Ten Trails, families can visit  Carson Hot Springs, located near the Oregon border where an authentic bathhouse and hotel accommodations make for a relaxing winter weekend.  Beginning March 20^th, families can head to Olympic National Park to visit Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort. This seasonal resort offers cabins for rent and several outdoor thermal soaking pools for visitors to enjoy.

Wildlife at Oak Creek Feeding Area 

Watch winter feeding of elk and bighorn sheep at the Oak Creek Wildlife Area in nearby Naches. A program run through the Department of Fish and Wildlife Services, this supplemental winter feeding program helps to maintain the Yakima elk herd which roam the state lands during the winter months. Head to the Visitors Center first for information. Feedings happen daily at 1:30 pm and a Washington State Discover Pass is required to enter the wildlife area.

Take an Outdoor Tram Tour at Northwest Trek

Nearby Northwest Trek offers year-round tram tours of the park’s free-roaming area which is home to elk, bison, moose, bighorn sheep, caribou and more. Tours of the 435 acres of natural space take about 40 minutes, are included with a day pass, and are narrated by an informative park naturalist.

Go Nordic Skiing at White Pass

Take a day trip to White Pass and spend the afternoon cross-country skiing at the White Pass Nordic Center. The more than 11 miles of trails offer terrain that is appropriate for cross-country skiers of all levels. If cross-country skiing isn’t your thing, there’s also opportunities for skate skiing, and snowshoeing.

Ride the Mount Rainier Gondola 

Just an hour away from Ten Trails, head to Crystal Mountain Resort and ride the Mt. Rainier gondola to the summit where spectacular views of Mt. Rainier and the Cascades await. Stay for the afternoon and enjoy lunch at the Summit House restaurant. Don’t forget to bring some extra snacks to feed the local gray jays who can be spotted at the summit being hand-fed by the visiting tourists. 360.469.4043 www.TenTrails.com

Ten Trails Nearby Points of Interest

Ten Trails enjoys a prime location, nestled close to the foothills and near some of the area’s best recreational sites. This new master planned community is also conveniently located near shopping, dining, and medical services. Read more to find out just a few great places that are nearby Your New Hometown!

Black Diamond Open Space

Ten Trails is located just minutes from Black Diamond Open Space, one of the area’s premier destinations for mountain bike enthusiasts.  The newly-expanded King County park offers 1,240 acres of parks and trail space for Ten Trails residents to explore.

Lake Sawyer

Within walking or biking distance to the community lies Lake Sawyer, the fourth largest natural lake in King County. Lake Sawyer offers opportunities for canoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing, swimming and motor-boating, and is the site of one of the area’s best Independence Day fireworks shows.

Crystal Mountain Ski Resort

One of the area’s largest ski resorts is located just an hour drive from Ten Trails. Crystal Mountain Ski Resort offers runs for skiers of all levels with programs available for beginning skiers of all ages. The resort’s 2019-2020 ski season is gearing up, with snow accumulation already beginning to form at the mountain’s base.

Maple Valley Four Corners

Maple Valley Four Corners is a shopping center located just minutes away from Ten Trails off Hwy 169. The complex has several anchor stores including Fred Meyer, Safeway, and Johnson’s Home and Garden. Four Corners offers many of the retail stores and services Ten Trails residents need including dry cleaning, restaurants, medical offices, dog-grooming and more.

Kent Station

About 25 minutes from Ten Trails, Kent Station is more than a shopping destination for Ten Trails residents. This “open air urban village” has restaurants, services, a satellite office for Green River College, and a train station for the Sounder commuter train which takes riders north to Seattle, or south to Tacoma. The Sounder is a great commuting option for residents of Ten Trails who work in downtown Seattle. www.TenTrails.com 360-469-4043

Visit Nearby Crystal Mountain Ski Resort

Convenient Location, One Hour from Ten Trails

Ten Trails residents can count themselves lucky to have quick and easy access to Crystal Mountain Resort! Just about a hour away from the community, residents can find some of the best skiing in the area. Crystal Mountain has runs for all skill levels, so beginners and expert skiers can enjoy a day on the mountain. Crystal Mountain is also kid-friendly with programs in place to teach younger skiers.

Ski Season is Coming Soon

With snow already reported at the resort, it won’t be long until Crystal Mountain opens for the 2018-2019 ski season! Crystal typically opens for the season in late November. In addition to skiing, there resort also has snowshoe trails for wintertime visitors to enjoy.

Ikon Passes on Sale Now

Crystal Mountain is part of the Ikon pass for the 2018/19 season! Ikon pass holders have access to not only Crystal Mountain, but a number of legendary mountain ski resorts in North America, Japan and Australia. Ikon passes are on sale now through December 13th. To purchase an Ikon pass, visit www.ikonpass.com.

Summertime Visits

Not a fan of skiing? Crystal Mountain offers summertime recreation opportunities for those who prefer warmer weather activities. The resort has a number of hiking and horseback riding trails, offers interpretive nature walks as well as mountain yoga classes.  Visitors can also buy tickets to ride in the Mount Rainier Gondola from June to September. Climb 2,000 vertical feet to the summit of Crystal Mountain and take in sweeping views of Mt. Rainier, wildflower meadows and the Cascades. www.TenTrails.com 360-469-4043