'Best Town'
Issaquah, named one of the “Best Towns” nationwide by Outside Magazine, is a great destination for residents and visitors alike.

Our community of more than 30,000 is conveniently located off the Interstate 90 corridor, just 16 miles east of Seattle.

Issaquah – known as the “Trailhead City” – is centered within the Issaquah Alps (Cougar, Squak and Tiger Mountains), which attracts countless outdoor enthusiasts including hikers and paragliders.

In town, Issaquah features a Saturday farmers market, live theatre performances and a seasonal ArtWalk.

In addition, the salmon hatchery and Cougar Mountain Zoological Park attract regional visitors. Every October, more than 150,000 people also visit Issaquah for the annual Salmon Days festival.