Location: Issaquah
Top Things to do in Issaquah
Top 10 Outdoor Activities in Issaquah, Washington (WA)
Issaquah (/ˈɪsəkwɑː/ ISS-ə-kwah) is a city in King County, Washington, United States. The population was 37,322 in a 2016 census estimate. Located in a valley and bisected by Interstate 90, the city is bordered by the Sammamish Plateau to the north and the Issaquah Alps to the south.
Restaurants in Issaquah
1. Northwest Alpine Guides - Mountaineering Day Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
NW Alpine Guides specializes in guided mountain climbs and mountaineering instruction in the Pacific Northwest. Spectacular guided mountain climbs can be found on the volcanoes of the Pacific Northwest, including Mt. Rainier, one of the most popular climbs. In addition to Mount Rainier, Mount Baker the second largest glaciated peak in the lower 48 states offers an excellent experience for those seeking to further their skills in the mountains. Mt. Shuksan, Shale Peak, Eldorado Peak as well as Forbidden Peak all located in North Cascades NP otherwise know as the "American Alps" offer a mix of glaciated terrain and alpine rock within a spectacular scenic landscape. Across the Puget Sound, Mount Olympus located within Olympic NP provides a true wilderness experience through the Hoh Rain Forest to the Blue Glacier and it's rocky summit. We also offer mountaineering instruction during our one-day, four-day, six-day and nine-day alpine mountaineering schools. As well as Alpine rock climbing and single-pitch rock instruction near Snoqualmie Pass just 30 minutes East of Seattle. In the winter we offer Backcountry skiing and Avalanche awareness and safety courses. Discover your passion and climb with Northwest Alpine Guides located in Issaquah, WA, located at the foothills of the Pacific Cascade Range. NW Alpine guides mountain guide's are highly skilled professionals and are committed to giving our clients the individual care they expect.
2. Mountain Gurus
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 35 reviews
Mountain Gurus is a mountain guide service based in Sammamish, Washington. We specialize in Seven Summits, international climbing expeditions, worldwide treks & adventures, and Northwest climbs & mountaineering courses. Founded in 2008, we are a guide owned and operated company. Our mountain guides are among the most dedicated in the industry and draw on their extensive experience from exploring and climbing in some of the most remote places on earth. They are highly skilled professionals and are committed to providing our climbing clients with the individual care and safety concern they expect.
3. Hike and Swiss Chalet Chocolate Factory Tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Cynthia Flash, of Flash Media Services, is a Northwest native who is passionate about getting into the woods. She has been hiking in the Northwest for several decades and is skilled at leading groups. As a journalist and writer, she captivates her guests' interest with tons of history and stories. She loves Northwest art, history, hiking, running, walking and skiing. Please join one of her tours!
4. Poo Poo Point - Chirico Trail
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4.5 based on 60 reviews
Reviewed By bsmall66 - Issaquah, United States
But for a reason .... Lived on this mountain 20+ years and in that time have hiked to Poo Poo more times than I can remember. It has become extremely popular / crowded ... but for good reasons. Managable length (60-90 mins depending on how hard you press) good workout (you'll feel like you did your gym time that day) and rewarded with great views at the top. Don't forget there are "two tops" that both serve as launching areas for the paragliders. Go the extra short distance to the second top ... much better views and places to sit and enjoy, (plus an outhouse!)
5. Cougar Mountain Zoo
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4.0 based on 194 reviews
Reviewed By Departure777310
As someone who has worked at the best zoos in the country, this zoo is doing a fantastic job for being privately owned. Zoos are INCREDIBLY costly, and they have fairly large enclosures. They have a smaller area for the tigers and a large area for them, where they frequently trade the sets of tigers out. The wolf enclosure is bigger than the Woodland Park Zoo exhibit. They are constantly finding ways to expand and educate people. They give cups of fresh food to feed the animals for only a couple bucks. Perfect zoo for sensory sensitive individuals, free parking, very clean, and full of wonderful staff who have made my family's experience truly a magical one. I feel the need to defend this zoo from a lot of the haters, because they don't have the funding like other zoos. They are very smart about not overreaching their funds, so that they make sure that each animal is given enriching activities, tender care, and a happy home. These are not miserable animals. They are well loved and very happy! Only note I will say is if you could create a discount for children who are disabled, or low income families, this would make it the perfect place!
6. Lake Sammamish Issaquah Creek Trail
7. GoFly Water Aviation
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 3 reviews
We specialize in extreme sports through water jet propulsion. We use different crafts and boards that allow you to be propelled up to 30 feet over the water, do flips and barrel rolls while in the air, dive and swim like a dolphin under water or travel above the water surface at up to 25mph.
8. Lindsey Ganahl
I am a PNW native who has spent over 10 years working in the outdoor industry as a photographer, trip lead, and storyteller. In 2013, I graduated from a year long mountaineering program, and summited 3 of 5 WA volcanos including 14,441' Mt. Rainier, which I have climbed twice. I started shooting professionally while living in Norway and currently own three photography companies. I specialize in Outdoor Lifestyle Photography focusing on capturing people immersed in the natural elements.
9. Parafly Paragliding
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 65 reviews
10. Seattle Paragliding
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 83 reviews
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