No matter the time of year, we like to get out an explore all that our lovely communities have to offer, and that's to your benefit because we've compiled this list of our favorites!
ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS
COUGAR MOUNTAIN ZOO: Just the right size for little legs, Cougar Mountain Zoo makes for a wonderful outing. Wednesdays through Sundays you can stop by to see tigers, cougars, lemurs, and an impressive collection of macaws! Admission prices range from $9 for kids to $12.50 for adults; two years and younger are free.
FAMILY-FRIENDLY HIKES
ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS
COUGAR MOUNTAIN ZOO: Just the right size for little legs, Cougar Mountain Zoo makes for a wonderful outing. Wednesdays through Sundays you can stop by to see tigers, cougars, lemurs, and an impressive collection of macaws! Admission prices range from $9 for kids to $12.50 for adults; two years and younger are free.
FAMILY-FRIENDLY HIKES
EVANS CREEK PRESERVE - This mostly flat, incredibly beautiful oasis just outside the city of Sammamish is a great place to take a leisurely walk. {Unfortunately, the gnomes have been removed.}
FRANKLIN FALLS - Along Denny Creek, this is a popular family-friendly hike with a big pay-off at the end.
PRETZEL TREE TRAIL - Hiking. While reading. In search of a tree named after a snack. Pretzel Tree Trail is a great family-friendly LOCAL hike!
SWAMP MONSTER TRAIL - What I would classify as the one of the best kid-friendly hikes in our area because it's easy and entertaining!
TALUS ROCKS ON TIGER MOUNTAIN - A definite crowd-pleaser when it comes to young hikers. You can climb on and walk between giant, moss-covered boulders. You can peer into caves and find trees growing right into and around the rocks.
KID-APPROVED ADVENTURES
CEDAR RIVER WATERSHED - Located on the south shore of Rattlesnake Lake; this is a great place to explore!
FAMILY BIKE ADVENTURES - Learning to ride a bike is one of the quintessential milestones of childhood, and once kids figure it out, there's just no stopping them! In case you're looking for local options for honing those biking skills, we've put together a few of our favorites.
GEOCACHING - a modern day, high-tech treasure hunt that has been fascinating kids and adults for over a decade. With over 1.6 million geocaches placed all over the globe, it's easy to drive, hike, bike or even walk to a cache.
JUMPING OFF LOGS - explore ways to raise confident kids!
LETTERBOXING - It's an excuse to take a walk ... with a big ol' twist of adventure. It's part treasure hunt, part stamp collecting, and a whole lot of fun!
PARKS & PLAYGROUNDS - We are lucky enough to live in an area with TONS, and I mean TONS, of parks! Whether you want to find a play structure for your kids, have a family picnic or enjoy some of the breathtaking views, you won't have to go very far!
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