Skagit General Store
Skagit General Store in historic downtown Newhalem was established in 1922 as supply store for the employees of the Skagit River Hydroelectric Project.
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Skagit General Store Details
Skagit General Store in historic downtown Newhalem was established in 1922 as supply store for the employees of the Skagit River Hydroelectric Project. The building is now listed in the National Registry of Historic Places. This is the only grocery store in a 30-mile radius; it is open year-round and is across the street from the Newhalem Visitors Information Center. Be sure to try the homemade soups and sandwiches, and of course, the famous fudge.
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Skagit Information Center
The Skagit Information Center, in Newhalem is geared toward illustrating the Skagit Project dams and hydroelectric power.
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Newhalem, Wash.
Newhalem is an unincorporated community along the Skagit River, and is a popular destination for park visitors.
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Ladder Creek Falls Trail
This historic scenic loop trail leads to a popular waterfall and the public garden belonging to the Skagit River Hydroelectric Project.
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"To Know a Tree" Nature Trail
This family-friendly interpretative nature trail teaches park visitors about the most common ecosystem of the North Cascades.
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Linking Trail
This short, accessible, forested trail connects Newhalem Creek Campground to the Rock Shelter Trail and Newhalem Powerhouse.
