Perfect for photographers of all levels, exclusive Photo Tours at Northwest Trek Wildlife Park are a whole new way to experience the Free-Roaming Area.

Participants will be provided with optimal conditions to take action shots of animals. From the tram, you may see moose, mountain goats, bison, bighorn sheep and more in varying natural habitats.

Reservations are limited to 13 people to ensure plenty of room for guests to move around and set up monopods. Tram windows are removed to allow a clear view of wildlife, so dress and pack weather-appropriate gear.

Reservations are required. 

Photo Tours at Northwest Trek Wildlife Park are ideal for ages 18 and older.
Rates: $65 for Members / $70 for Non-Members. Includes admission to park on the day of the event and a tram tour.

For area lodging click here. 

Sundays on Cole Street this summer feature a festival-like street fair!

July 8th through August 26th local merchants are taking to the streets to for a fun street-fair across two blocks on Cole Street in Enumclaw, Washington. This exciting open-air, community market will highlight a wonderful array of vendors. Sundays on Cole Street will introduce visitors to carefully selected local crafters, artisans, farmers, vintage treasures, fresh eats, and live music. Happening every Sunday in Historic Old Town Enumclaw. This is a great addition to an itinerary for visitors looking to visit the Crystal Mountain, Tipsoo Lake and the Sunrise area of Mt. Rainier National Park. For lodging near the street-fair click here. 

Hit the trails in the Evergreen State on August 24-25 at Ragnar Trail Rainier-WA, presented by Salomon! You and your team of 8 runners (or ultra-team of 4) will conquer some seriously gorgeous terrain at Crystal Mountain, just two hours outside of Seattle.

Teams will tackle a series of three trail loops (red, yellow, and green) that start and end at Ragnar Village—as one runner heads out to conquer the course at a time, relay-style. When you’re not running, you’ll be cheering runners as they come into Ragnar Village, partying around the big communal campfire (roasting s’mores and sharing stories), and enjoying the fun-filled atmosphere set up at camp. The race doesn’t stop when the sun goes down so be prepared to run through the night (yes, on the trail!) where your headlamp and a canopy of billions of stars will illuminate your path.

This race is challenging, but the views are worth every step you take. Once everyone on your team has completed all the loops, you can run into the finisher’s area together where you’ll receive what is quite possibly the coolest, most functional, finisher’s medal you will find in the woods. Mark your running calendar for Aug. 24-25. Or get the party started early and enjoy an extra evening of camping on Thurs. Aug. 23.