City of Issaquah - Government

Set amid the Cascade foothills and Lake Sammamish, Issaquah is a central hub for arts, business, innovation and, of course, salmon. More than 36,000 people call Trailhead City home.

Named Best Burb by Sunset, one of the Best Towns for Families by Family Circle and one of the Best Towns by Outside, Issaquah is centered within the Issaquah Alps (Cougar, Squak and Tiger mountains), which attract countless outdoor enthusiasts, including hikers and paragliders.

Issaquah also features a Saturday farmers market, live theater performances, a seasonal ArtWalk, salmon hatchery and zoo. Every October, our community hosts a celebration for more than 150,000 people during the Issaquah Salmon Days Festival.