The State of Washington offers a vast array of  recreational opportunities which vary from walking the beach at sea level, to climbing a  variety of snow covered peaks at up to 14,000 ft. and everything in between.

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Renton has a wonderful setting with the Cedar River running through it. Renton City  is one of the only cities in the Seattle area that has it's own library system.The library also spans the river. You can stand at the front door of the library and look into the river to see salmon spawning.  Renton library is an independent system. Living in King County you can also become a patron to the larger King County Library System. Also located near the library complex is a park and a wonderful riverwalk that will take you past the Renton Boeing plant where the planes can cross the river on their very own bridge. At the end of the walk you will end up on Lake Washington near Coulon Beach Park. Renton also has an activeommunity with arts, events and activities.  For more information go totheir Spotlight website. Renton had it's beginnings as a coal mining town. There is a historical museum  where the story of Renton's early days comes to life. The Greater Renton Chamber of Commerce is a great place to get more information. Renton Chamber offers a site with a comprehensive list of Renton Eateries.

Kent is located approximately three miles south of Renton. If you follow Highway 167, the freeway system runs from Renton all the way down the Kent Valley past Auburn. Kent began as a quiet truck farming community.  Today a quaint city center exists for shoppers who wish to avoid malls.  Kent has proud city government where community is important. Kent city has many public parks available for recreation.The Kent Commons is a great place to find something to do. A focus on the arts and other events makes Kent a great place to raise a family. Kent hosts Saturday Market from May 1st - September 18th. On August 21-22 join medieval lords and ladies at the Canterbury Faire.Kent Chamber of Commerce has all the information you need.

Auburn is a lovely community nestled between the hills flanking the Cascades. There are many recreational opportunities in Auburn plus a comfortable small town feel.  Auburn is a short distance south of Kent. Auburn has a convenient small airport located close to the city, and is also the home of Emerald Downs a new horse racing facility for Western Washington. If you are looking for good discount shopping you can find it at the SuperMall. For more information about Auburn check with the Chamber of Commerce. Another good source of information is from Auburn City web page.

Federal Way is a burgeoning city along the Puget Sound just south of SeaTac. The city covers a wide area with plenty of shopping. Residential areas are diverse and inviting, rolling down to the waters of the Sound. Weyerhauser has a lovely park and garden which is situated on the grounds of their world headquarters. Visit the Bonsai and Rhododendron  gardens where many gardening events take place. If you are looking for a thrill, try Enchanted Village and Wild Waves, located on the I-5 corridor.  Federal Way also hosted the Goodwill Games in their brand new Aquatic Center which is a state of the art olympic sized pool.. For more information about Federal Way and what there is to do there click on City of Federal Way.