Before heading out, set yourself up for success by knowing what to expect when you arrive. Do you need a permit or reservation? Are there any road closures on your route? Do you have the proper gear or supplies for your activity? Planning ahead and coming prepared can make a world of difference in ensuring a smooth and enjoyable visit.

Fortunato is a bean to bar chocolate factory making delicious confections in Issaquah Washington.

Two Locations in Issaquah
The Commons Shopping Center 755 NW Gilman Blvd, Unit A
The Factory and Retail Shop: 1445 NW Mall Street, Suite E3

Celebrate the return of the salmon to their original spawning waters August through November with special events, tours, shopping and dining.

There are several different ways to volunteer with the Greenway Trust. Volunteer event opportunities include restoration, native plant nursery, trail maintenance and construction, and the Trailhead Ambassador Program.

Volunteers help make the races possible. Those of you who give time and energy to help support these races are treated as well, if not better than, the racers. Evergreen Trails work hard to make sure that you receive the resources necessary to be a successful volunteer, that you’re safe, as comfortable as possible, and that you have a great time outside with us and the racers in the beautiful Pacific Northwest!

Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance was originally formed in response to trail closures and a lack of riding opportunities around Seattle. While things have gotten much better, and we now have hundreds of miles of trails to ride, it won’t stay that way unless someone is always paying attention and taking action.

Witness the gorgeous drive from Issaquah, WA through the Cascade Mountains to the hidden mountain town of Leavenworth. Wander through snowy forest trails with a guided morning hike or snowshoe trek near Snoqualmie Pass. Explore the iconic Bavarian history of Leavenworth. Find a local cafe to fill up on brats and a stein of beer for lunch (or another local cuisine of your choice). Pop in the quaint shops filled with the holiday spirit at all times of year. Find some treasures to bring home for yourself or loved ones. Bask in the glow of the world famous holiday light display that takes over the town as it turns on each evening.

If you're visiting our beautiful region and want to hit the slopes, or you live here and want to rent for the season, you're in luck. Gerk's Ski and Cycle has an excellent selection of high-quality, well-maintained skis, snowboards, boots, and poles - all ready for you to rent.

To the Mountain Shuttle offers weekend roundtrip service from Gerk’s Ski and Cycle in Issaquah to The Summit at Snoqualmie on Saturday’s and Sundays. Advanced reservations are required.

Offering facilitated workshops and supplies to create a living -arium, perfect for individuals, small groups, and team building experiences!

317 NW Gilman Blvd #27

The Studio in Issaquah offers a diverse and friendly community for adults of all ages to enjoy dance classes conducive to learning, strengthening, and building body awareness in a safe, comfortable, and fun environment. Custom group workshops available.

1871 NW Gilman Blvd. Suite 3

The Issaquah Food & Clothing Bank provides quality food, hygiene items, emergency supplies, and resource referrals to anyone in need within their service area.

Volunteer to help keep kids safe, warm, and healthy. Your gift of time will change lives. Volunteers help receive donations of goods, sort donations, pack orders of essentials, repair bikes, move stock, and much more.

Volunteer with Friends of Lake Sammamish State Park and help restore natural habitat and enjoy working in a beautiful setting.

The Green Issaquah Partnership is a collaborative effort between the City of Issaquah, community groups, nonprofits, schools, businesses and hundreds of volunteers to restore and maintain our forested parks and open spaces.

Volunteers are essential to every aspect of Issaquah Alps Trails Club. Give back to the trails you love today by volunteering!

Greenheart Yoga provides guided hiking experiences that blend the healing influence of nature with the tradition of yoga in welcoming inclusive environments.

Connect with yourself and others through art and creativity! Happy Time Studio offers music and art workshops for kids, teens, and adults as well as one or two day retreats to multi-week workshop series.

157 Front Street North

Spirited Grape is a wine and spirit school offering fun educational wine classes for everyone to enjoy. Their instructors bring industry knowledge and enthusiasm of the industry into these friendly interactive classes.

88 Front St S

There are endless places to explore within the Mountains to Sound Greenway National Heritage Area.

Experience outdoor bliss. Join REI for an outdoor class, guided day trip or virtual event.

At Formula Brewing they love beer and people! Host your casual group gathering at this nationally award winning brewery conveniently located off I-90 exit 15.

1875 NW Poplar Way

Capri Cellars offers Wines, Craft Beer, and Cider to fit any mood, and is a perfect setting for private parties with options to accommodate 16-50 people.

88 Front St S

Live music of all genres, stand-up comedy, and drag queen shows. Seating is first come, first seated, standing room thereafter unless noted. Minimum $10 purchase per person during events.

99 Front Street N

Large Group Glassblowing Events or Teambuilding! Bring your family, friends to experience the fascinating fun of turning molten glass into your own work of art. You work one-on-one with our glassblowers to make your own work of art.

195 Front Street N

This club has been serving sportsmen since 1920. The firing range provides a safe place for both the public and members to shoot. The range is a place where sports enthusiasts can hone their skills while observing safe firearms handling and shooting. There is also an archery range available for members only and their guests.

23605 SE Evans Street

Squak Mountain is the second most westerly mountain of the Issaquah Alps mountain chain in Washington state. It is situated between Cougar Mountain to the west and Tiger Mountain to the east. Interstate 90 parallels the base of the north side of the mountain.

Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park is a regional park in King County, Washington, near the towns of Bellevue and Issaquah. The park was established in June 1983 to protect the central core of Cougar Mountain, the park covers 3,115 acres with 38 miles of hiking trails and 12 miles of equestrian trails.

Issaquah has numerous options for enjoying our trails - join a trail club or partake in trail running.

Check out these biking trail guides for some great rides! You can enjoy biking on nonmotorized corridors, mountain trails, and road riding.

The trail offers paved, gravel, and some dirt paths that can be uneven and muddy depending on the time of year, but is a generally pleasant ride as part of the Mountains to Sound Greenways. Beginners should prepare for one short steep section (don't be ashamed to walk your bike if you need to!).

Great for beginners. The trail offers connections to Marymoor Park, intersects with the Issaquah-Preston Trail, and includes lots of scenic waterfront views.

Take PaddleFlow/SUP Yoga and PaddleFit classes at Lake Sammamish with a certified instructor and safety rescue trainer Lindsay Lambert. They have a fleet of boards available for rentals and lessons.

Ohana Kai Watersports offers jet ski rentals at Half Day Rates and Full Day Rates on Lake Sammamish. Larger group? Contact them to make a booking!

Kayak Academy rents kayaks, SUPs (stand-up paddle boards), and related gear. New to kayaking and paddling? They also offer kayak and SUP lessons and training camps.

The Creekside Angling Company is a full-service fly-fishing outfitter. Shop their full range of fly fishing gear and accessories, get advice from their helpful and knowledgeable staff, or sign up for one of their guided trips.

Snow tubing is a fun-filled, carefree way for family and friends to enjoy the exhilaration of sliding on snow. With over 20 tubing lanes during the peak of the season and a covered lift to take you back to the top, it's easy to get your winter thrills!

Trailside snowshoe and sled rentals - Discover the beauty, serenity, and solitude of a snowshoe hike this winter. In the heart of Snoqualmie Pass, you can rent kids and adult snowshoes (and sleds!) by the hour from REI’s Snoqualmie Pass Snowshoe Rentals Outpost.

A world-renowned destination and over 120 acres of single-track mountain bike trails. Located among lush evergreen forests this premier mountain bike park hosts monthly events in education and trail maintenance. Duthie Hill Mountain Bike Park provides an exceptional riding experience for riders of all ages, styles, and skill levels.

The Tradition Lake Loop is a popular 3-mile loop that offers views of lakes and wildflowers and can be reached by bus from Issaquah.

Meander along part or all of the 15-mile Tiger Mountain Trail to experience the creeks, ferns, forests, and wildflowers of the Tigers.

Inspired by the sound of logging steam whistles, the Poo Poo Point - Chirico Trail is a trail with a view of Issaquah, Squak Mountain, Cougar Mountain, and Lake Sammamish. Poo Poo is an adaptation of Native American sounds for the steam whistle. It is one of the area's most sought-after vistas where Seattle Paragliding Outfitters soar like birds and land at the trailhead.

Age 21+ Only. Big Picture features a luxurious 33-seat theatre that a Hollywood mogul would envy. Each theatre seat is equipped with a cupholder (convenient for your cocktail) and tablet arm (perfect for your popcorn). Front-row seats have ottomans. When the lights go down and the movie hits the screen, our immersive sound system will knock your socks off!! The venue is available for rent for your next meeting or team-building event, including buffet-style catering coordination.

35 West Sunset Way

From the beginner wanting to learn the basics, to the advanced knitter, or crocheter looking to take home a new skill, Nifty Knitter has a class for everyone.

317 NW Gilman Blvd

Great for Birthdays, Clubs and Social Groups, Work Groups. Experience Tea can customize a tea event for you and your clients, friends, co-workers, or family! Experience Tea classes are fun and informative and are really the backbone of creating an empowered tea-life.

195 Front Street N

Paisley’s Tea Room is available for private event bookings. We love to celebrate birthdays, showers, and all occasions with you.

317 NW Gilman Blvd

Ride Bicycles can set you and your family up with a bike rental matched to their fitness and ability levels. Then head right out from the bike shop on the Rainer or East Lake Sammamish Trails. These trails are flat, paved, and mostly away from streets and automobile traffic. It is a GREAT way to explore Issaquah, Lake Sammamish State Park, the downtown historic district and so much more.

160 NW Gilman Blvd STE 102

Take your young hikers out on a half-mile trail through the swampy area north of Tradition Lake. It could even be their first hike! The trail is solidly constructed, with good footing, no mud and it's almost all level.

26415 SE 79th St

Come paraglide and experience free flight in its purest form! No minimum age requirements. Seattle Paraglide has flown passengers from 5 to 94 years young. You can fly tandem with an instructor pilot who provides everything you need and helps you with every step.

11206 Issaquah-Hobart Rd SE

Whether you are looking for a fun activity for your little ones, some R&R for yourself, or a creative venue for your parties and events, Mudhouse always strives to create a warm and welcoming environment.

317 NW Gilman Blvd

Great for your little (and no so little) train lovers! The city’s train depot was built in 1889, and now holds a museum with exhibits that explore the industrial revolution, travel, and communication.

78 First Avenue NE

Established in 1972, the primary focus of Cougar Mountain Zoo is on Endangered Species and promoting Conservation Through Education. Your family can enjoy the zoo at your own pace or consider a guided tour or close encounter experience to take the visit to the next level!

19525 SE 54th St

Visiting Boehm’s Candies? We offer guided and self-guided tours, as well as chocolate-making classes. Learn more about how we work our magic in our candy kitchen, and then visit our retail store at the front of the chalet where you can purchase some of the candies you saw being made!

255 NE Gilman Blvd