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Port of Everett Marina - One of the west coast's largest marinas where you'll find plenty of waterside food and beverage.  

 

 

Snohomish - Nestled between the waters of Puget Sound and the Cascade Mountains, Snohomish is the perfect place for family adventures. Once known mainly as the 'Antique Capital of the Northwest' Snohomish has broadened its appeal with a riverwalk, over 40 specialty shops, 30 restaurants and taverns, and a few wineries.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Skykomish - Located in the Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, Skykomish was founded as a railroad town. Grab lunch alongside the rushing river and listen as trains rumble through town and you’ll be transported to a time before this byway existed.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

“The Chief” at Beebe Springs Nature Area - Take a minute to pull over at the Beebe Springs Nature Area to view the metal 3D sculpture of "The Chief" on horseback wearing a feathered headdress hoists a Columbia River salmon over his head. The sculpture was created by Virgil "Smoker" Marchand, a member of the Lakes Band of the Colville Confederated Tribes.  

Lake Chelan - The Lake Chelan Valley is a great place to visit and an even better place to call home. The Valley offers four seasons of recreation, charming shopping districts, and bountiful agriculture – including an emerging wine industry.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pateros - Located at the confluence of the Columbia and Methow Rivers, Pateros was originally established as Ive’s Landing around 1896 by Lee Ives when he began farming near the confluence of the Methow and Columbia Rivers and built his landmark hotel on the banks of the Columbia.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Winthrop - Located in the Methow Valley, you'll find the old west town of Winthrop‚ a town that has earned a solid reputation for hospitality and charm. Explore the downtown and head up to savor the magnificent views and enjoy a fine dinner.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Washington Pass Overlook - This trail is paved to a lookout on a ledge overlooking Liberty Bell Mountain. This alone is worth the trip from the west side, because of spectacular views, and the myriad hiking trails in the area including access to the Pacific Crest Trail. It is a must-stop photo-op on your North Cascades Highway road trip.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Diablo Lake  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cascadian Farm Roadside Stand - As you're descending the mountain, you'll probably be craving a fresh raspberry milkshake made with real ice cream, right? Just past Marblemount, pull over to the tiny farm stand (open seasonally) and prepare to have your expectations blown... in a good way.