Few People Know This Charming Small Town In Washington Is The Gateway To Chinook Pass
By Jessica Wick|Published March 18, 2022
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Jessica Wick is a writer and travel enthusiast who loves exploring new places, meeting new people and, of course, beautiful Big Sky Country and every part of Washington State.
The Chinook Pass Scenic Byway is one of the most incredible summer drives in Washington (it’s breathtaking in the winter as well, but often closed due to the weather). The byway travels through the Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest and Mount Rainier National Park, delivering some of the most scenic views in the state. Many of the outdoor enthusiasts in our state are lucky enough to experience it regularly, as the area offers abundant opportunities for outdoor recreation.
Most people know the small town of Naches marks the end of the route (or the beginning, depending on where you start). But few people stop and enjoy the little town on the other end, Enumclaw. But this spot is definitely worth exploring.
Enumclaw is located in the middle of flat, level farmlands and dairy farms in the east Puget Sound lowlands.
And while it does see its share of (welcomed) tourists on their way to explore Mt. Rainier, it also has a strong sense of community that caters to the locals.
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Locals and tourists alike love the Rockridge Country Market, an apple orchard, cidery, and small market all in one.
This is a place that prefers small mom and pop shops to big chain stores and locally grown food to mass produced products. And it's extremely refreshing.
Tell us about your favorite stops on Chinook Pass.
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