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Mar 5, 2022 · Someone has hidden gnomes throughout the valley, and challenged passersby to find as many as they can. Dozens of small gnome statues can be found hidden in and around the crevices and foliage...
Apr 9, 2023 · Want to visit a whimsical forest of gnomes in Seattle? If you find yourself near Seattle's Madrona Neighborhood, check out the "Valley of the Gnomes".
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Located about 40 minutes from Seattle, near Rock Creek Elementary School, the Gnome Trail is a part of the 50-acre Maple Valley Legacy Site and the Rock Creek Natural Area. The trails — in a dense forest with tall trees, mushrooms, lichen, moss, and wildlife — are unpaved with many dips, curves, roots, and stumps to explore. There is plenty of free...
Starting from the northwest entrance, we find signs directing us to the Gnome Trail and the connecting trails in the park. My kids and I walk up a small hill and squelch through the mucky mud in search of gnomes. “Call me Detective Simon!” declares my youngest son. We start on the Legacy Loop trail, which forks, leading us up a hill and onto the Ma...
Through my research, I found out that the Gnome Village had been vandalized not too long ago. Most of the village was replaced by community members. My kids each donated one gnome to the trail, in the spirit of community effort and to help keep this trail open for future hikers. We were able to purchase a couple from a local store ahead of time and...
The park’s address is 25719 Maple Valley Black Diamond Road SE, Maple Valley, WA 98038.The Gnome Trail is about .5 miles long. The trail is narrow with roots, rocks and many curves.The trail is not stroller-friendly. Carrying small kids in a pack is ideal.The Gnome Trail is great for ages 3 to 8. Older children will enjoy the longer trails.Sep 12, 2023 · If you’re itching to check out this magical little trail for yourself, here are some good things to know. Length: 0.7 miles, 78-ft elevation gain. Address: 25719 Maple Valley Black Diamond Rd. SE (park at the Maple Valley Farmers Market) Drive time: ~45 minutes from Seattle. Hours: 9 a.m.-dusk.
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This family-friendly trail is a gnome lover's dream, featuring countless gnomes of various sizes nestled in trees and bushes. It's an easy, mostly flat route that's perfect for all ages, providing a delightful and whimsical experience.
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Apr 9, 2021 · Looking for a sweet way to entice your crew outdoors to enjoy nature? Try the new Maple Valley Gnome Trail, perfect for a family outing with young kids. Walk the trail while searching the trees and stumps for statues of gnomes and other fun trinkets.
