This was a fun evening, clean, camp spot, easy access, beautiful mornings…read more. what else can I say Colorado has beautiful mountains I'm lucky to call at home

Visited: 6/29/17- 7/2/17…read more My husband and I stayed here with our daughter and three dogs. We stayed in site #8, which had all the expected amenities including firewood ($4 a bundle), campfire rings, standing grill, tent pad, and picnic table. This campground has a camp host, trash dumpsters, and clean vault toilets. This campground does NOT have water, so plan accordingly. Some of the sites have great views of the Sauk River, and all sites have access to it. Sites #10, #12, and #13 have the most awesome and scenic views of the Sauk River. This campground is nestled among snow capped mountains. Our site had a shaded tent pad and the picnic area was shaded most of the time, except for an hour or so in the early afternoon. This site is a very short walk from the vault toilets, but not near enough to be able to smell anything unpleasant. Most, if not all sites at Clear Creek have so many fir trees that they are very private. To get to the river from #8, one must navigate the eight to ten foot drop to the mostly dry creek bed, then up another embankment. We could hear the mighty Sauk roaring from our tent at all hours. We saw bear cub not far from here! This was a very quiet and clean campground. If you are in search of more adventure simply drive up the Mountain Loop Highway to enjoy views of the river rapids and mountains. Within 10 miles one can access a gas, general store, restaurant, saloon, ranger station, fishing, hiking, rafting, biking, an swimming. This campground welcomes dogs and other domestic pets, provided they are quiet and you pick up after them. So please, be respectful of the campground and other campers!! (Don't ruin it for everyone else, in other words.)

Had a great time with Ryan as our guide paddling in Penn Cove. We saw eagles, seals, guillemots,…read moresurf scoters. We even learned about mussel farming. The sunny weather was an added bonus!

After a safety talk and a lesson on form, we set out on a leisurely kayak tour of Penn Cove with…read moreour enthusiastic guide, Sue, who gave us a lot of information about the wildlife we saw and graciously answered all our questions. Throughout our trip we saw: egg yolk jellyfish, sea stars, crabs, harbor seals, blue heron, and a mussel farm. As an avid kayaker, it was nice to paddle unhurriedly and enjoy the scenery. Moreover, the tandem kayaks were easy to use. A big thanks to Sue and "the other guy" who took care of us from beginning to end.

The review is for the Blanca Lake trail in the Amazingly Beautiful Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National…read moreForest, which has many beautiful trails to explore, which I'm just getting started on. Lol This one is an adventure in itself just getting to, literally of the beaten path, even with its popularity. You will be in the heart of the Cascades after the drive and hike. The last six miles of road is gravel, so it's a slow but scenic drive, after sone of the breathtaking views of the mountains driving up highway 2, which leads over Stevens Pass, almost there, but not quite. Just like the drive, the trail is a rock and root trail, so with both, don't hurry, enjoy the moments, stop and take in the views, forest, nature, and quietness. This is a highly moderate to hard hike, come prepared... plenty of water ( not a single plastic bottle) lots of water, snacks or lunch to enjoy along the trail, while enjoying the beautiful lake views, and to stayed fueled on the way back. Like many of summer hikes I've experienced, watching people not prepared, exhausted and dehydrated, sad days!! A little prep makes for a enjoyable memorable day, not life threatening... seriously! The first four miles are a fairly long cross cross ascent, once you get to the ridge, more amazing views can be seen, till then, you get peek a boo views of the mountains. Once you get to Virgin Lake, you'll start the descent to Blanca Lake, you can hear the waterfalls from the lake, pretty much down to it. Around the lake there was still good size areas of snow melting in the shaded areas. Great views of Columbia peak and glacier (which feeds into the lake) along with many more amazing peaks to views in this glacier valley. The water color is so beautiful!! Getting its color from the glacier water source. I was grateful for the reviews from fellow yelpers and AllTrails, for the recommendations of taking sandals and clothes to swim in, I wore very light hiking clothes which dry fast, and the shoes are helpful for sharp rocks and slippery logs. Yes, even more grateful after watching many falling over the very slippery logs, painful to watch. The waters was amazing! Not as cold as you would expect coming off the glacier, but it was refreshing after a long hike on a very warm day. So worth bringing extra gear. After enjoying a quick lunch with all the amazing views, it was time for the hike back up, and yes, it's a hike up, remember that when you're going DOWN to the lake, it's going to be uphill all the way past Virgin Lake to the ridge. I recommend hiking poles, even if you don't feel they're necessary for the hike up, they definitely make the descent over rocks and roots easier to negotiate. Definitely a hike not to rush, stop and breathe, enjoy the views. This time up I had a fun encounter with the pair of squirrels, letting myself and a few other hikers that stopped to enjoy the spectacle of the squirrels (as. I had to explain) letting us know to stay away from their tree, with squeaks and hand tapping, pretty sure they had young ones up further in the tree. Just another fun part of the adventure in nature. I definitely recommend starting early as this will be a all day adventure, due to the travel and hiking time. Also note, due to a major washout, you will be parking on the side of the road as the washout adds another mile to the trail, the real parking lot is on the other side of the boulder and rock field. It's also a popular hike, so more than likely, especially on the weekends, there will be more people. After the hike, it's a good things Monroe is not far away for some good food and brews( Which it has many options of) I definitely recommend this one, well worth the hard hike, for the amazing lake and views of so many peaks. Not to mention getting to witness a glacier. Come prepared, please! Happy Hiking! God bless and multiple Cheers!

This national forest is a treasure and it's really beautiful…read more Whether you want to go for the day, spend the night, rent a campsite or go hiking/fishing/exploring for several weeks, this forest is perfect. With the Greenwater River, fishing is plenty and you can't beat the scenery. The salmon run goes through here, and it's fun to watch. There are also lakes and gorgeous meadows, along with glacier capped mountains. There are multiple campsites to rent. In the warmer months, I've seen them full to capacity and in the spring/fall, I've seen a lot of space so check them out. Since it's a national forest, you're allowed to camp wherever you want to. There are countless places that are excellent spots to camp near the river or deep in the woods. Even in the summer when there have been tons of people at the campsites, driving just 2 minutes down the road made me feel like I was the only person in the world. It is so peaceful there. If you take the entrance going through Marysville then Granite Falls to the Mountain Loop Highway, you'll come across various B&B's on the way and fruit stands. You'll also see at the entrance a great log memorial to the wood there (see photo). I've seen owls, foxes, eagles, deer, and countless kinds of fish. A forest ranger stopped to check on me once when I was having a campfire with friends. He wanted to make sure we were OK and that our campfire was under control. He was kind and really cared about the woods and us. Go visit this natural beauty. It's incredible.

This place is the best! They have an amazing air b&b, farm animals, so much space, beautiful barns…read more The staff that works there are incredible! Olivia and Brandon are the best, so friendly and welcoming. Started our trip off wonderfully! The airb&b has such incredibly good style, would definitely come back. Absolutely recommend this place!

We had a great time axe throwing at Arrowhead Ranch! Phil was a true axepert! Good instructions and…read morewas really fun as he led us through some games. The minimum age is 15 but they have alternative games for younger kids. Great place for team building, family groups, or parties!

Steve and I were in Monroe and were trying to find something to do. We were waiting for some people…read moreto meet at the fairgrounds in town and had some time to kill so we picked this park for a small excursion. It's beautiful being so close to the river and at the time there was fog present which for me I often enjoy as it adds layers and atmosphere at certain times and it did so here. There were also sand bars near the river we went on. The path we used started at another park, right next to Al Borlin and then led us back to Al Borlin. We wouldn't have known the difference between the two parks if it wasn't for the signs posted. We got some beautiful views of the mountains (which I think were the Enchantments) and of the river again from a different vantage point. This park would be great to come to during any of the four seasons as you are bound to get some beauty each time along with the seasonal aspect at work.

We live in the apartments by this park. Every time my 5 year old and I would go, bums everywhere…read more They built a little compound under a beautiful old tree by the creek. At night you can see lighters flicking on and off. Our apartment faces the creek and I hear people screaming at all hours of the night. I would never go there alone. It's sad because it's so beautiful but not safe. unfortunately, the police cant do anything unless they are committing a crime.

My husband and I are always looking to find family friendly and quiet parks for children to explore…read moreand safely play. We came across the Evergreen Arboretum today, and it was such a little gem. I really appreciate how intentional this arboretum felt, it's easy to tell how the community and volunteers are intentional about its upkeep and serenity. If you're in the area and looking for nice walk, or a quiet place to sit The Evergreen Arboretum and Gardens is the place; I highly recommend.

This Arboretum is so beautifully designed and maintained! I loved it. There are so many different…read morespecimens and the trees, paths, rock gardens are just inspiring. Thanks to all who have helped create this wonderful place.

For a perfect summer day, head to this delightful lakeside retreat. You can spread out on the soft…read moregrass, build sandcastles on the beach, or make a splash by jumping off the dock. It's a true family paradise, complete with a dedicated splash pad and playground for the little ones. The location is ideal--within walking distance of charming local shops--and the on-site bathrooms make for a stress-free visit. Remember to pack a pop-up tent or umbrella, as shade is limited. Bonus: it's a dog-friendly spot, so your furry friends can join in the fun!

Arriving at North Cove Park after a donut from Lake Stevens Donuts the morning of Wednesday 19 July…read more2023, I found a few open spots in the parking area, which was shared with the Lake Stevens City Hall parking. Staff/employee spots were clearly marked, so I made sure to avoid parking in any of those. Exploring on foot, I traversed a grassy expanse on my way to the Lake Stevens War Memorial. Those honored in the memorial included wars temporally spanning World War I to the Vietnam War. A flag retirement box was located on the pavement near the memorial. Along a walkway to the beach area on the shoreline of Lake Stevens, I spotted a number of different wildflowers and wild berries in bloom. The water was calm and sky clear. A few people were on the dock and it was quiet. Up from the beach there were benches, a covered picnic table area with grill that abutted a restroom building with running water, and a playground. The grounds were well maintained and in good condition.

Great trip for the weekend. Trails were very easy to follow. Parking was limited so get there…read moreearly. The best surprise was the small cafe we found in the park. We will be going back.

We had a beautiful time driving 70 minutes to get here, but sadly, the trail going down towards the…read morewater was closed and we had no advanced notice so the only thing really open was the coffee shop which we didn't bother going in. It was really a waste of my time it's a lovely location. If only we got to view it there was no for warning on any social media or websites that the trails were closed so that was unfortunate. Probably will not return back there since they don't communicate with the public well wind trails are closed.