Trout Lake Country Inn

Top choice in Washington Cascades


It calls itself a true honky-tonk and that's exactly what this Wild West, bluegrass band–playing, creaky wood floor–stomping, roast-chicken-with-a-side-of-pataters restaurant is. It's rare to find this much fun and American character so far out in the woods – with a view of Mt Adams, no less!

Don't expect luxury, but do expect to dance, imbibe and meet plenty of locals.


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