The Historic Restaurant In Washington Where You Dine In A Retro Service Station
Sherri Adams
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Historic restaurants in Washington state are plentiful with its fair share of unique places to dine. Nevertheless, we have found a restaurant that is both an unexpected eatery and an unusual roadside attraction. In the town of Ellensburg, Washington, you’ll enjoy delicious diner fare and a fun, nostalgic vibe at the Red Horse Drive-In, a historic restaurant where you get to dine in a retro service station.
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Historic restaurants in Washington state are worth frequenting. The next time you’re driving through Central Washington, be sure to take a detour off I-90 to visit this charming eatery. Check out the Red Horse Diner Facebook page for updated hours and events. Have you eaten at the Red Horse Drive-in? What did you think? Let us know in the comments below.
Find some other vintage service station memorabilia on Etsy. And read about why Ellensburg is the friendliest town in the state.
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- Leadbetter Point (Ocean Park): This small day-use park is a perfect place for a Sunday outing. Its location near the Willapa National Wildlife Refuge gives access to abundant species, including small nesting birds and eagles, peregrine falcons, brown pelicans, and others that soar through the sky. In addition, Willapa Bay is available for fishing, paddleboarding, kayaking, and canoeing. Hike the 7 miles of trails including the half-mile of ADA trails. ADA and regular restrooms are also on site.
- Rockport State Park (Rockport): Take in the splendid views at the Skagit River overlook at this lovely place. Go metal detecting among 250-foot tall trees. Visit the Discovery Center and learn about the area, take a guided hike through the old-growth forest on Evergreen or Fern Creek trails. This property sits at the foot of Sauk Mountain attracting a wide variety of wildlife. Light the firepit and make some s'mores while you check out the scenery.
- Millersylvania State Park (Olympia): Enjoy this old-growth, year-round camping park on the Deep Lake shores. Swim at the park's two swimming beaches and walk the miles of forested hiking trails. A park ranger station offers a gift shop and you can get a bite to eat or rent some water toys at Lakefront Boats and Bites. And Lakeside Tap Room sells good beer with plenty of outdoor seating.
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