Craving Adventure?

Sandy shores with views of Mukilteo, Whidbey Island & Mount Baker. Great for swimming in summer, beautiful for walks year-round. Trains rumble overhead - part of the charm.

Rent a kayak or stand-up paddleboard at the Port of Everett Marina. Kiosk at Central A-Dock, south of Boxcar Park. Paddle around the marina, explore Jetty Island, or just enjoy the water. No experience needed.

Jetty Island Days: July 8–Sept 6, 2026. Wed–Sun. Reservations required, $3–5/person (2 & under free). Departs Jetty Landing at 10th St & W Marine View Dr.

Historic lighthouse, sandy beach, watch the ferries come and go.

Tour the world's largest building and watch planes being built.

Charming waterfront town with boutiques, restaurants, and beach access.

Steep climb to historic fire lookout with panoramic Cascade views.

Iconic 265-ft waterfall, well-maintained trail through forest.

Anacortes, La Conner, tulip fields in spring - stop at Snow Goose for ice cream.

Iconic bridge, beaches, trails — less crowded in fall/winter.

Guided whale watching tours out of Anacortes with guaranteed sightings. See orcas, humpbacks, and minke whales in the San Juan Islands. An unforgettable PNW experience.

Bavarian village in the Cascades - stunning in December for Christmas lights.

Multiple markets in the area - check days/times for local produce.

Shallow warm water, soft sand & nature trails on this two-mile man-made island. Take the seasonal ferry ($3–5 roundtrip, reservation required) or bring your own kayak/canoe/paddle board.

Scenic ferry ride to Whidbey Island — walk on or drive.

Broad sandy shore with a shallow wade-out, shaded by tall trees. Floating docks for cannonballs, plus a playground and picnic tables.

Antique capital of the Northwest, great for browsing unique finds.

Lazy float down the river - bring sunscreen and a cooler.

29-mile paved trail along the Pilchuck River - stop for coffee or beer along the way.

1-mile hike down through forest to a quiet beach.

Old mining trail to a giant stone kiln - great photo op.

Peaceful alpine lake surrounded by peaks — less crowded alternative.

Old-growth forest, boardwalks, stunning alpine lake at the top.

Jaw-dropping 1,328-ft cascade through mossy forest.

View the ice formations from a safe distance — do not enter caves.

Heart-pumping rapids on nearby rivers - book ahead for the best slots.