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Witch Hazel in January
In the Winter gardens of the Arboretum the golden Witch Hazel trees dominate.
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Arboretum Arbor
Attached to the visitor/information center, a wonderful arbor awaits its Spring dressing of wisteria.
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A Place to Ponder
Benches throughout the Arboretum allow visitors to sit and enjoy the peace and quiet within the city.
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A Place in the Sun
A quiet table nestled in the trees, but inviting in the sun rays.
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A Bridge to Cross
The Arboretum sits alongside Lake Washington blvd and the nearby neighorhood can access the gardens by crossing the bridge.
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A Pond to Reflect
One of my favorite places when the ducks swim and the sun warms the air. In the crisp air, the relflections take center stage.
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Nature and Urban Mix
Parts of the Arboretum mix with the urban setting. The approach to the 520 Toll Bridge flows over the path to Marsh Island.
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Floating Upon Nature
A long and complicated series of floating docks and bridges lead to Marsh Island and to the Univeristy of Washington.
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Maze of Transportation
Marsh Island co-mingles with the maze of on and off ramps for the 520 Toll Bridge.
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At the Parking Lot
Snoqualmie Summit West Ski parking lot with Guye Peak in the background. Snowing hard already at...
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Officical Trailhead Point
Walking in from the parking lot to the official trailhead which is never plowed in winter. Hey, no parking pass needed to park here though!
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Snowy Restrooms
Don't stand under the eaves waiting for someone to come out!
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Hiking in the Winter Wonderland
Early part of the old Pacific Crest trail through the snow covered trees.
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Are we there yet?
Another view of Guye Peak along the way. It didn't look as promising to attain as we continued.
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Crossing the Bridge
At least the log bridge across the Commonwealth creek was accessible, though deep with snow. Gives...
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