AMERICA, ONE BEAUTIFUL ROAD AT A TIME

Chinook Scenic Byway

Washington
Take your time. Make a few stops. Enjoy the view.
Sunsets Along the Road · Public Domain. Courtesy of Tom Rodal · Photo credits
THE JOURNEY IS THE REASON TO GO

Let the road set the pace.

Travel the glacier-fed White River from Enumclaw, over Chinook Pass, to the fertile valley of Naches. Spectacular views of Mount Rainier, dense forests, towering peaks, rocky ridges, and river canyons dominate this journey. Pass by the unique basalt flows of the Columbia Plateau, lush sub-alpine meadows, and waterfalls.

The experienceAll-American Road
Start with this outlineChoose a section of the named byway
Clouds tinted with pink and gold are a common sight for visitors at Chuckanut Drive.
Sunsets Along the Road
Public Domain. Courtesy of Tom Rodal · Photo credits

Before you drive

Choose your stops before departure and check current road access, weather and vehicle suitability. A byway listing does not guarantee that every section or visitor facility is open.

Make it a satisfying day

Choose a realistic section, then allow time for viewpoints, a town stop and breaks. Scenic mileage rarely tells the whole story of how long an outing will take.

Match the road to your vehicle

Check the exact roads for your car, RV or motorcoach. Tunnel dimensions, turning space, grades and road surfaces can matter as much as distance.

Official route information ↗State road-condition links ↗

Route overview and designation: Federal Highway Administration, America’s Byways. Research: October 2026. This is a travel idea, not live navigation or a guarantee that the full route is open. Confirm exact roads, current conditions, parking and any attraction reservations before departure.