Snohomish is one of Washington’s oldest communities, settled in 1859 between the banks of the Snohomish and Pilchuck Rivers. Snohomish, which was originally named Cadyville in the early 1860s, changed its name to Snohomish City in 1871.  The name was taken from a dominant local Native American tribe at the time, although locals have proclaimed their hometown the “Antique Capital of the Northwest.”  With more than 450 dealers in a five block radius, antiquers have a wealth of options when headed into town.  If you happen to make your way out there in February, make sure to swing by their annual City Wide Antique Sale. 

Snohomish also has an abundance of city parks, which host some of the most beautiful scenery in town, as well as opportunities for biking, hiking, picnicking, boating and tennis. Be sure to spend some time at Pilchuck Park, Cady Park, or the beautiful Centennial Trail.  With unlimited opportunities for outdoor fun, visitors can find solace in the forests, mountains and wildlife sanctuaries that reside in Snohomish.