Mother's day weekend is a perfect chance to celebrate yourself and your family! Here are a few great Mother's day adventures for the active family.
Rattlesnake Ledge Hike and Picnic
This is a perfect, 4-mile Round-trip hike, easily accessible off of I-90 (Exit 32). The trail is well maintained, and perfect for the beginner hiker. The trail, popular with kids, families and dogs, winds up the mountain through beautiful foliage. Once to the top, you will find yourself on a massive rock ledge, with (in my opinion) one of the most breathtaking view hikes in Seattle. Have a picnic at the top, or head back down to the trailhead and find a nice picnic spot in the park around Rattlesnake Lake. If it's warm enough, let your kids splash in the shallow water.
BONUS: Grab a delicious, sustainable tote lunch from
Homegrown in Freemont to make your picnic day perfectly easy! With sandwiches like Turkey Bacon Avocado or Ham and Beecher's cheese, you will be in for a treat.
All tote lunches come with the sandwich or salad of your choice, homemade popcorn, seasonal fresh fruit and a mini Mighty-O Donut in a reusable tote bag. YUM!
Hike Stats
Elevation Gain: 1,100 Feet
Distance Each Way: 2 miles
Time to Complete: 2 hours
Best time to go: 9AM to avoid congestion
Directions: Take I-90 East, Exit 32 (468th Street), turn right and follow road for approx 5 miles, parking and trailhead on the right.
Pike Place Market - Flower Festival
Enjoy the hustle and bustle of the market this weekend during the flower festival. Lots of flowers for Mom to choose from, plus Ciscoe Morris and other events. A trip to the market is great way to help your young ones identify and learn about all of their favorite (or not so favorite) fruits and veggies! They might even see a flying fish or two. Yes, it will be crowded, but duck into
Lowell's for a salmon sandwich or casual lunch, while enjoying great views from any of the three floors!
BONUS: Swing by the
Great Windup shop, located in the market center, and test out a large selection of windup toys your kids will be sure to enjoy!
Relaxation for Mom on Queen Anne
Go with a friend, or give yourself or partner a break and schedule a deluxe pedi at
Mimisan on Queen Anne. Recline in their comfortable chairs, with a warm neck wrap and hot tea while you receive a blissful spa treatment that doesn't break the bank! Are pedi's not your thing? Try their wonderful facials, I guarantee you won't be disappointed! They also offer kid's services too, a great chance for some special mom and daughter time.
Classic Pedi: $38
Signature Pedi: $48
Pregnancy Pedi: $46
Kids Pedicure: $25
Bonus: Wander across the street to
Queen Anne Mail & Dispatch and browse through an awesome selection of stylish shoes, bags, and clothes.
Thanks Mom's for all that you do!
