A Gnome Trail Is Hiding In Small Town Washington And It's As Weirdly Wonderful As You'd Expect
Washington is a nature lover’s paradise, and it’s a particularly perfect place to live if you love to hike. And sometimes, it’s best when that love of hiking starts when you’re young.
The next time you have a free day with your family or the little ones in your life, head to Maple Valley and check out the iconic Gnome Trail. Not only is this a short and sweet trek, it’s a magical experience for even the youngest of hikers.
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The trail is part of the 50-acre Maple Valley Legacy Site and the Rock Creek Natural Area.
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Many people start from the Legacy Loop Trail or the Market Trail.
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Before you know it, your kids will be wandering through the forest in awe.
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Visitors often add their own gnome friends, and you're welcome to do the same.
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It really does feel like you've walked right into a fairytale.
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You can hike this trail year-round, but you may want to skip it after a snow since the gnomes get buried.
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It's also a lot of fun for adults.
Doesn’t this look like a blast? Do you remember your child’s first hike?
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Gnomes Trail, Maple Valley, WA 98038, USA