Explore Everett & the Pacific Northwest
Insider guides written by your hosts at Timber & Tide. Everything you need to make the most of your time in Everett, Washington.
Best Tide Pools Near Everett WA for Kids to Explore
From Brackett's Landing in Edmonds to Rosario Beach near Anacortes, here are the best tide pools near Everett, WA for kids, with timing tips, gear advice, and drive times from Timber & Tide.
Best Hikes Near Everett WA for Beginners and Families
From flat river trails to forested Cascade foothills, Everett is surrounded by beginner and family-friendly hikes. Here are five of the best, with distances, drive times, and tips for planning your trip.
Snohomish County Day Trips: Small Towns and Hidden Gems Near Everett
Snohomish County is packed with charming small towns and hidden natural gems, all within an easy drive of Everett. Here's how to explore them using Timber & Tide as your home base.
Best Coffee Shops and Local Restaurants in Everett WA
Everett's food and coffee scene is better than most visitors expect. From Narrative Coffee's single-origin pour-overs to fresh seafood at Net Shed and Emory's on the lake, here's where locals actually eat and drink.
Where to Watch Whales Near Everett, Washington: A Local's Guide
From Jetty Island to Mukilteo and Whidbey Island, the North Puget Sound near Everett is prime territory for orca, humpbacks, and gray whales. Here is where to go, when to go, and what to bring.
Are There Vacation Rentals in Everett, WA?
Yes, Everett, WA has whole-home vacation rentals on Airbnb, VRBO, and direct sites. Here's where to stay, what there is to do, and how a rental compares to a hotel, from the team that runs Timber & Tide.
Waterfront Vacation Rentals Near Everett, WA
Private beachfront rentals are rare on Puget Sound, but homes like Timber & Tide put you minutes from the water. The truth about Everett beaches, Jetty Island, and where to stay near the waterfront.
Where to Stay Near the Boeing Everett Factory & Future of Flight
The best base for the Boeing Everett Factory Tour and Future of Flight is a vacation rental or hotel in Everett or Mukilteo, both about 10 minutes from the tour entrance. Plus the Boeing Field vs Paine Field mix-up, cleared up.
The Everett Aerospace Corridor: A Business Travel Guide to Paine Field, Boeing, and Beyond
Everett sits at the center of one of the largest aerospace clusters in the world. Whether you are here for a 48-hour pitch or a multi-month engineering assignment, this guide covers who is here, how to move between them, and where to base yourself.
Where to Stay for a Boeing Everett Assignment: An Executive's Guide to Lodging, Commute, and Workspace
Whether you are flying in for a three-night supplier audit or a quarter-long contractor assignment at Boeing Everett, the answer is the same: skip the highway-adjacent chain hotels and book a private home with a real workspace, full kitchen, concierge services, and an 8-minute commute to the gate.
The Perfect Weekend in Everett: Three Itineraries for Couples, Adventurers, and Families
Everett is a choose-your-own-adventure weekend. Whether you're here for a slow date, a big day on the water, or a trip with the kids, here's exactly how to spend two nights, pulled straight from our guidebook.
7 Reasons Everett Is Seattle's Best-Kept Secret for Travelers
Most travelers fly over Everett on the way to Seattle and never look down. That's a mistake. Here are seven reasons Everett deserves its own spot on your Pacific Northwest itinerary.
Everett, WA vs. Seattle Hotels: Why a Vacation Rental Is Better
Seattle hotels are expensive, parking is brutal, and you're staring at a parking garage from your window. Here's why staying in Everett, in an actual home, makes more sense for most trips.
Everything About the Boeing Factory Tour in Everett
The Boeing Everett Factory Tour lets you walk through the largest building on earth and watch wide-body aircraft being built. Here's everything you need to know before you go.
Best Cascade Day Trips from Everett, WA
The Cascade Range is Everett's backyard. Within an hour's drive you can reach old-growth forests, alpine lakes, dramatic waterfalls, and mountain lookouts with 360-degree views.
Traveling to Everett, WA with Dogs
Everett, WA has some of the best dog parks in Snohomish County, off-leash beach access, long trail systems, and pet-friendly places to stay. Here's your complete guide to visiting with a dog.
Planning a Family Vacation in Everett, WA
Everett, WA has a world-class children's museum, sandy island beaches, the Boeing Factory Tour, Funko HQ, trampoline parks, and summer minor league baseball. Here's how to plan your family trip.
Jetty Island Everett: The Ultimate Guide
Jetty Island is Everett's best-kept summer secret: a two-mile man-made island with warm, shallow water and soft sand, accessible by a seasonal ferry. Here's everything you need to know.
Flying into Paine Field? Here's Your Local Guide
Paine Field is one of the most convenient regional airports in the Pacific Northwest. If you're flying into Everett, here's what to expect and what to do when you land.
Vacation Rentals with a Sauna in the Pacific Northwest
Private saunas in vacation rentals are rare in the Pacific Northwest. Here's what to look for, why the sauna experience fits PNW travel so well, and where to find one near Seattle.
23 Best Things to Do in Everett, WA
Everett is one of the most underrated cities in the Pacific Northwest. Here are 23 things worth doing, from iconic Boeing tours to lazy days on a sandy island beach.
Best Vacation Rentals in Everett, WA
Everett has a growing short-term rental market, but quality varies. Here's an honest guide to finding the right vacation rental in Everett, WA, including what questions to ask before you book.
The Perfect Weekend Getaway from Seattle
Seattle is great. But sometimes you want to escape it. Everett is 35 minutes north, a fraction of the cost, and surrounded by the best of the Pacific Northwest. Here's your ideal two-night itinerary.
Welcome to the Timber & Tide Blog
We've launched a blog to share everything we know about Everett, Washington and the surrounding Pacific Northwest, from hidden hikes to the best waterfront tables.