For those of you who do not know the city of Redmond, the gems of Redmond postings will highlight wonderful things to do and see in the Redmond area. In addition to real estate information and monthly statistics, my goal is for you to learn more about Redmond and its quality of life. By reading these posts, you will understand why it's such a great place to live.
There is no better place to start than with one of the true gems of Redmond and King County, Marymoor Park. This 640 acre park has something for everyone. Do you like to bike, hike, run with your dogs, play soccer, listen to a concert or see a summer outdoor movie? Then this park is for you!
But first, for you dog lovers, there is a huge off leash area for dogs to run free, the largest area in the state for dogs to roam in a public park. The area abuts the Sammamish River and if your dog likes to swim, this is a fun place. There are nicely groomed trails covered with wood chips that are great places for Fido to meet and greet. I was down there the other evening after it had just been raining, so very few dogs were there. You should bring your dog down on a weekend or early in the morning. It's a happening place for four legged critters.
The Clise Mansion, which is a beautiful structure now rented out for functions, was originally built in 1904 as a hunting lodge for James Clise. Mr. Clise bred horses and raised cows on his farm, which is known as Willowmoor Farm. The farm changed hands a number of times and was rescued from development by King County in the late 1950's.
The buildings, including a Windmill, are on the National Historic Register.
The city of Redmond is known as "The Bicycle Capital of the World." Marymoor Park's Velodrome, which is supported by the local HMO, Group Health, is testament to the importance of bike riding and racing in this city. Several people were racing when I went by the other evening.
The soccer fields were hopping. There are a number of fields clustered together and all sorts of teams were coming and going.
Sports galore: tennis courts, baseball, softball, rowing, rock climbing wall.
Several playgrounds with sturdy play structures are available for small children.
Living in a condo or apartment, but like to garden? Marymoor has a pea patch for you. Over two acres of the park are dedicated to growing organic vegetables.
The Sammamish River Trail is a paved 10+ mile trail that connects to the Burke/Gilman Trail in Seattle. It is ADA accessible, good for bikers, runners, and walkers. I have been able to take my Dad in his wheel chair for a ride along the trail. There's a section in Woodinville in which one can go horseback riding. The trail is pretty active on weekend days. People and groups use it to train for all kinds of races. The trail follows along the river. Some spots are pretty built up and others feel very natural. There is an area near downtown Woodinville where I have encountered Blue Herons!
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