Chinook Scenic Byway information and facts
Highlights and features:
The Chinook Scenic Byway follows glacialy fed rivers and streams flowing through wide and flowered alpine valleys, hedged by the pristine and rugged forests of Mt. Baker-Snowqualmie and Wenatchee National Forest. Mt. Raineer sits in the background, offering a skyline that rivals any in North America. This drive is a marvelous example of the region's natural beauty. Not to be missed.
Location of Chinook Scenic Byway:
Starts 41 miles southeast of Seattle in Enumclaw and travels through Mt. Rainer National Park and Mt. Baker-Snowqualmie & Wenatchee National Forest
Length of drive:
85 miles (137 km) one way
Suggested driving time:
1 1/2 - 2 hours
Road Type:
Paved
Best time of year for visiting:
Full access is May 26th-December 6 th, best seen July-August
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