Quote of the Month:
“Nature gives to every time and season some beauties of its own." - Charles Dickens
“Nature gives to every time and season some beauties of its own." - Charles Dickens
Necklace Valley Trail is a 16-miles trail, which is located near Skykomish, Washington. This path runs through the dense forest and is considered to be difficult. Necklace Valley Trail is mostly used for hiking and the best time to come here is a period from July till October. Hikers can choose either a one day hike and hike around the river, or they can choose to spend hiking several days and to visit the most beautiful and clear lakes.
Five very beautiful lakes, which are named West Fork Foss Lakes, are located in a very picturesque Skykomish River Valley. All five lakes can be hiked within one day, but be prepared for a hard day or every lake can be visited separately.
Central Cascades can be explored by numerous trails meandering through majestic mountains and lovely valleys, opening the unbelievable beauty of the region for the hikers. But the most gorgeous and breathtaking view you will find at the elevation of 5500 feet. And this is the view of Colchuck Lake – a fascinating alpine lake with Dragontail and Colchuck Peaks rising above it like fairy-tale giant twins, guarding their precious jewel.
Waterfront Park located along the bank of Wenatchee River became a real rescue place both for locals and visitors from the noise and hustle of the tourist center. It is really amazing how peaceful and secluded it is being so close to the downtown area. It makes the Waterfront Park a real hidden gem of Leavenworth.
Eightmile Lake is one of the most admirable and well-known natural features of the marvelous Alpine Lakes Wilderness Area. It’s quite hard to describe with words a magnificent lake, encircled by gorgeous mountains with snow-covered peaks, and quite few photos are able to capture all the beauty of this fantastic place.
Stunning mountains and fascinating valleys, skyward trees of the dense forest and marvelous wildflowers, sweeping views and divine serenity of the place – all this is waiting for you if you decide to hike the Meadow Creek Trail.