This is also a perfect place to stop on your way home when the words “I have to pee” inevitably fall from your little one’s lips. Grab a potty break and an ice cream at world-famous Wapiti Woolies (their hats have been on Mount Everest), or grab a snack (and a beer for you) on the huge, sun-filled patio at the historic Naches Bar and Grill before you make your way up the mountain. If the Littles get grumpy before you hit your ultimate destination, plan a pit-stop in uber-friendly Greenwater, which is about 21 miles east of Enumclaw. Most folks will head to Crystal Mountain via Enumclaw, which is usually the most direct route from the city. Why would you go to Crystal when the snow’s all gone? Luckily, the folks at Crystal Mountain Resort have created a summertime wonderland for us nature-inclined families, with lots of trails, wildflowers for miles, spots to get your nosh on and treats to keep your brood busy, plus an eye-popping ride to the top. When most of us think about the mountains in our fair state, we think of sparkling snow, lift lines and lots (and lots!) of skiing or snowboarding.

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