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Life in Enumclaw
5
rating
By
Anonymous (
Jul 31, 2018)
Small town of about 5,000. Great weather in late Spring and long Summer. Fantastic skiing very close.Lakes and rivers all around.Good restaurants and pubs. Fantastic place to raise a family or retire. ...Read More
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Enjoyable Enumclaw
4.5
rating
By
Anonymous (
May 23, 2018)
Enumclaw WA is one of those towns I was only peripherally aware of until I lived there. It was a sign on the highway, an indication that we were almost to the Crystal Mountain ski area, which is one of its main attractions. It's a flat place nestled up against the Cascade Range f ...Read More
oothills, and the name comes from a Salish Tribes myth, in which brothers Enumclaw and Kapoonis were turned into thunder and lightning, respectively.
There are no big box stores or chain restaurants in or immediately around Enumclaw, because the city has chosen to go the small-town route, which is scenic and often tasty; local trout is a good choice, for instance. The King County Fair and the Pacific Northwest Highland Games are held here as well. If you need a big city fix, though, it's about an hour drive to Seattle, assuming low traffic. Healthcare options and major corporate employers abound, however, so the commute isn't bad for work or health.
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Family friendlyPublic transit is accessibleWalkable to grocery storesYards are well-keptLots of parksWalkable to restaurantsFriendly neighbors Safe at night Pet friendly Streets have sidewalksA quiet areaSense of community
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Compare Enumclaw, WA Livability
A+
Amenities
Are there many local amenities in
Enumclaw?
Yes, there are lots of amenities close to this location.
Parks
Town Center Park
Good Will Park
Veterans Memorial Park
Scott Park
Veterans Triangle
Bruce Guenter Park
Montgomery Park
Dwight Garrett Park
Entertainment
Chalet Theatre
Enumclaw Plateau Historical Society Museum
Petes Pool
Crystal Pools Event Venue
Food & Drink
Domino's
Seeder's Steak & Brewhouse
Ski Inn Sports Bar
Little Caesars
Liquor & Wine
Mint Restaurant & Ale House
Sweet Necessities
Fill's
B
Commute
Is public transit available in Enumclaw?
Of all people who commute,
2.1% take public transportation in
Enumclaw.