Suncrest, Washington facts for kids
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Suncrest, Washington
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 Suncrest, Washington
Location in Washington (state)
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| Country | United States |
| State | Washington |
| County | Stevens |
| Elevation | 1,840 ft (560 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
99026
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| Area code(s) | 509 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2807191 |
Suncrest is an unincorporated community in Stevens County, Washington, United States, located 9.7 miles northwest of the city of Spokane, of which it is a exurb. The community has experienced rapid growth during the 2000s; new "gated community" style development has focused on large lot size, small community, and proximity to the area's rural recreational opportunities.
Location
Suncrest is located along the eastern shore of Long Lake, appros 9.7 miles northwest of Spokane and about 5 miles northwest of central Nine Mile Falls, the next nearest population center. The main road through Suncrest is State Highway 291.
Recreation
This area is popular with equestrians, with many back trails for horses and bicycles. In addition, the proximity of the community to Long Lake makes it a popular for various types of water sports, including boating and fishing. Some planned developments in the area offer residents free membership in one of the community's private recreational clubs.
