Enumclaw, Washington
Enumclaw is a city of 12,798 people in King County, Washington, founded in 1885.
Why visit Enumclaw
Townapedia lists 4 museums and landmarks, 27 parks and trails, 65 places to eat, 3 places to stay and 6 attractions in and around town.
Highlights include Chalet Theatre, Louis and Ellen Olson House and Trommald Building.
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 77°F; December lows average 33°F.
Weather in Enumclaw
Forecast from the National Weather Service. Full forecast
About Enumclaw
Enumclaw is a city in King County, Washington, United States. The population was 12,543 at the 2020 census.
From the Wikipedia article Enumclaw, Washington (this version), under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Things to do6
Mikes Western Wear
Farm and orchard · 2.2 mi
22929 Southeast 436th Street, Enumclaw
Tracey's Roadside Produce
Farm and orchard · 2.2 mi
23110 Southeast 436th Street, Enumclaw
Museums and landmarks4
Louis and Ellen Olson House
Monument and historic site · National Register of Historic Places
Historic house in Washington, United States
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Trommald Building
Monument and historic site · National Register of Historic Places
Historic building in Enumclaw, Washington
Parks, trails and playgrounds27
15 more on the map.
Restaurants and cafes65
Frankie's Pizza - Enumclaw
Restaurant · Pizza · 0.5 mi
117 Roosevelt Avenue, Enumclaw
Mo-Th,Su 11:00-20:00; Fr-Sa 11:00-21:00
The Cole Street Teller
Restaurant · Sandwich
1157 Griffin Avenue, Enumclaw
Sat-Sun: 11:00am-8:00pm, Thu-Fri: 11:00am-8:00pm
Headworks Brewing
Brewery and winery
1110 Marshall Avenue, Enumclaw
Mo-Tu 14:00-21:00; We-Th 11:00-21:00; Fr-Sa 11:00-22:00; Su 11:00-20:00
Mint Restaurant & Ale House
Bar and pub
1608 Cole Street, Enumclaw
Su-Th 11:00-21:00, Fr-Sa 11:00-22:00
El Camino Restaurant
Restaurant · Mexican
1225 Griffin Avenue, Enumclaw
Mo-Th,Su 11:00-21:00; Fr-Sa 11:00-22:00
Pho Real
Restaurant · Vietnamese
1118 Stevenson Avenue, Enumclaw
Mo-Sa 10:30-20:00; Su off
Express-O Yourself
Cafe · Coffee Shop
330 Griffin Avenue, Enumclaw
Mo-Fr 04:00-18:00; Sa 05:00-18:00; Su 06:00-17:00
53 more on the map.
History
The name Enumclaw is derived from the Sahaptin word /inɨmɬá/, meaning "he who makes noise", from to /ínɨmn/, "to neigh, bray, sing", and /-ɬa/, "he who". Sometimes it is said that "Enumclaw" translates as "place of evil spirits", apparently referring to Enumclaw Mountain, located about 6 miles (9.7 km) to the north. According to legend the mountain's name was derived from an evil incident that occurred there, or to the occasional powerful windstorms from the east that affect the region. Native American mythology tells the story of two brothers – Enumclaw and Kapoonis – who were turned into thunder and lightning, respectively, by their father. The City of Enumclaw says the name means "thundering noise".
One of the first white settlers in south King County was Allen L. Porter. In 1853, he claimed a 320-acre (1.3 km2) parcel on the White River, about three miles (5 km) west of the site of Enumclaw. He maintained a troubled relationship with the local Smalkamish tribe (some of the ancestors of the Muckleshoot tribe) for some time, and in 1855 his cabin was burned to the ground. Porter, who had been warned in advance by a friend in the tribe, hid in the woods until they had left. After warning the settlers at Fort Steilacoom, he left the area, moving to Roy. He would never return to Enumclaw.
From the History section of Enumclaw, Washington on Wikipedia, under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Where to stay3
Churches and places of worship13
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Church · Catholic · 1.0 mi
1614 Farrelly Street, Enumclaw
Shopping23
Gas and EV charging8
Schools, colleges and libraries25
Healthcare8
Franciscan Medical Clinic
Clinic and pharmacy · 1.0 mi
3021 Griffin Avenue, Enumclaw
Map of Enumclaw
182 places. The map loads OpenStreetMap tiles when you open it.
Climate by month
Monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 47°F | 34°F | 5.9 in | 0.2 in |
| Feb | 50°F | 34°F | 4.7 in | 1.3 in |
| Mar | 53°F | 36°F | 5.2 in | 0.2 in |
| Apr | 58°F | 39°F | 4.2 in | 0.0 in |
| May | 65°F | 44°F | 3.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Jun | 70°F | 48°F | 2.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Jul | 77°F | 52°F | 1.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Aug | 77°F | 52°F | 1.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Sep | 72°F | 47°F | 2.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Oct | 60°F | 42°F | 4.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Nov | 51°F | 37°F | 6.8 in | 1.5 in |
| Dec | 46°F | 33°F | 5.6 in | 1.1 in |
U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020 for Buckley 1 Ne Hcn (2 mi away), NOAA NCEI.
People and cost of living
American Community Survey 5-year estimates, 2020-2024, U.S. Census Bureau. Estimates have margins of error, larger for small towns.
Disaster history
King County has had 18 federal disaster declarations since 2000, most often for severe storms.
- 2026-04-07: Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Flooding, Landslides, And Mudslides (Flood)
- 2025-12-12: Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Flooding, Landslides, And Mudslides (Flood)
- 2024-04-28: Severe Winter Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Flooding, Landslides, And Mudslides (Severe Storm)
- 2022-09-10: Bolt Creek Fire (Fire)
- 2020-04-23: Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, And Mudslides (Flood)
- 2020-03-22: Covid-19 Pandemic (Biological)
OpenFEMA disaster declarations summaries.
Getting there and nearby towns
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is the nearest airport with scheduled flights listed in OpenStreetMap, 22 miles away.
- Bonney Lake 8 mi west, about 13 min by car
- Covington 12 mi northwest, about 20 min by car
- Auburn 13 mi northwest, about 20 min by car
- Edgewood 14 mi west, about 23 min by car
- Kent 17 mi northwest, about 27 min by car
- East Renton Highlands 19 mi north, about 31 min by car
- Des Moines 20 mi northwest, about 32 min by car
- Renton 21 mi northwest, about 35 min by car
- Tacoma 22 mi west, about 36 min by car
- Bryn Mawr-Skyway 23 mi northwest, about 38 min by car
Drive times are estimates from straight-line distance, not routes.
Local news
Headlines from INDB, the NEMICO news database.
Reviews, tips and questions
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Sources and licences
- NCES EDGE (Public domain): public schools
- NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020 (Public domain): climate by month
- OpenFEMA (Public domain): disaster declarations
- OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL 1.0): places, airports, map data
- U.S. Census Bureau (Public domain): population, income, housing, education, commute
- Wikidata (CC0 1.0): elevation, founding date, time zone, website, landmarks and historic places
- Wikimedia Commons (see each image): photos
- Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0): overview and history text
Photo credits
- Enumclaw, Washington (3600810744), brewbooks from near Seattle, USA, CC BY-SA 2.0
- Enumclaw, WA - Trommald Building 01, Joe Mabel, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Enumclaw, WA - 1513 Griffin 02, Joe Mabel, CC BY-SA 3.0
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