Outdoor author Ken Wilcox rounds up fall hiking recommendations
EVERETT — As summer winds to an end and leaves start to change color, Ken Wilcox, an outdoor writer and author of “Hiking Snohomish County: 140 Hikes & Walks,” has some suggestions on how to get out and about in the county.
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For this roundup of fall hikes, Wilcox has suggestions from casual strolls. From renovated boardwalks to scaling mountains off Mountain Loop Highway, there’s a hike for everyone to appreciate the outdoors of Snohomish County.
Scriber Lake (Lynnwood) – The new boardwalk around little Scriber Lake is a great walk anytime and sure to be rich with fall colors as the season progresses. Connecting paths remain a work in progress. Access from the upgraded parking area and restrooms off 198th St. SW near Scriber Lake Rd.
Brightwater Nature Area (Bothell/Woodinville) – The extensive family-friendly trail system here leads among colorful meadow and wetlands to mixed forest and streams. Expect mostly easy walking with some boardwalk and hills. You’ll hardly notice that there’s a regional sewage and stormwater treatment facility here. The environmental education center helps explain where the poop goes! Access from the Woodinville-Snohomish Rd at 228th St SE.
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