Cedar Creek Grist Mill- {1840's to Civil War Era}

{In Washington}

On our way home, we stopped by the oldest building in Washington state which is 126 years old. It's still doing the work it was built to do!

A grist mill is a mill that grinds grain into flour. Cedar Creek Grist Mill is ran by volunteers and they give tours on the weekends. Although, if you'd like a special tour during the week you can call to schedule it in advance. We attempted to do that but 24 hour notice wasn't enough. So, I'm sorry we missed out on a tour this time around and also sorry I don't have photos of the inside to share with you at this time.

What's really neat is that it's a working museum. Volunteers show visitors the inside workings of this mill with the flavor of the 1876 era.

© LG 2012

Covered bridges are so nostalgic.

You can read history about this mill by going here.

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© LG 2012

This is the flume which supplies water to the mill and it's still used today along with the turbine.

There is a paved path off to the left of the flume. The path does not follow it all the way down; at a certain point access is not allowed. There are large gaps between the flume and the ground so maybe don't let your little ones over there. The trail on this side of the mill is also prohibited.

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© LG 2012

If you walk along the trail opposite the mill, 

you might enjoy some delicious Salmon Berries. :) 

If you plan on visiting, you may want to check out the recent restoration project of the mill by volunteers. They put a lot of hard work in to it (they're even using "traditional methods") so many of us history lovers can appreciate and visit it. 

Check out their events!

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Cost:
Tours are free of charge.

Important:  

*The inside looks to be wheelchair and stroller friendly, however we couldn't tell for sure just by peering in through the window. Maybe you ought to call them and inquire.

*Be sure to call ahead of time to schedule a tour during the week or to make sure their volunteers haven't gone home early on a weekend if you are out there on a weekend.

*Parking is a bit awkward. There really isn't any place to park before crossing the covered bridge. Once you do cross the covered bridge, parking is across the street from the mill and maybe four or five vehicles can park there. The parking spaces are not marked and are at the bottom of a hill where the road curves (backing out can be challenging).

*The bridge is a single lane bridge.

Restrooms: Unknown at this time.

Extras:
This is not terribly far from Trail of Two Forests and the Ape Cave.

Offered: 

At certain times. Be sure to check with them before you go out to visit!

Ages: All Ages