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The stretch of Interstate 90 in the state of Washington is unique in the Interstate Highway system in the US, in that it is a designated National Scenic Byway. '''The Mountains to Sound Greenway''' trust has acted to protect the route of I-90 from [[Seattle]] at the Puget Sound to Ellensburg, which is the portion of I-90 through the Cascade Mountain Range. Many scenic and unique places in the Cascades can be easily accessed from the Seattle through the I-90 and its branch roads. For example, Snoqualmie Pass is only a one hour drive from downtown Seattle (weather permitting). | The stretch of Interstate 90 in the state of Washington is unique in the Interstate Highway system in the US, in that it is a designated National Scenic Byway. '''The Mountains to Sound Greenway''' trust has acted to protect the route of I-90 from [[Seattle]] at the Puget Sound to Ellensburg, which is the portion of I-90 through the Cascade Mountain Range. Many scenic and unique places in the Cascades can be easily accessed from the Seattle through the I-90 and its branch roads. For example, Snoqualmie Pass is only a one hour drive from downtown Seattle (weather permitting). | ||
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Make sure you have tire chains and basic emergency travel supplies in winter! I-90 is often closed during storms, and has even experienced landslides in the last few years! The westbound lanes from the Pass down about 3 miles are on elevated roadway that ices over easily.
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Top Muslim Travel Tips for Mountains to Sound Greenway
As stated above, I-90 is the main thoroughfare through the Mountains to Sound Greenway, but there are lots of activities to do along the way. There are a number of hiking, camping, fishing, and skiing sites found throughout.
- Skiing and Snowboarding If planning to snowboard bring the proper clothing as it gets quite cold during the winter. Also a helmet is very highly recommended. Do not go backcountry skiing unless you understand the risks and are a experienced skier or snowboarder.
- Hiking Follow basic safety tips if planning to go hiking. Many people every year go off trails and get lost. Follow the guide, Packing for a week of hiking|pack for a week of hiking, to be well prepared for serious hiking adventures.
Stay safe as a Muslim in Mountains to Sound Greenway
People every year get injured or killed performing activities in the Greenway. Following basic safety tips and common sense for activities will make sure your time in the Greenway is a pleasant one.
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I-90 is also the main corridor leaving the Greenway. There are also chartered buses that go in between Seattle and Snoqualmie Pass at times, usually to access the Summit at Snoqualmie during the winter.