Things to do in Mount Vernon
Anacortes Kayak Tours
Joining a sea kayaking tour of the San Juan Islands from Anacortes enables visitors to experience the quiet side of the San Juans. An easy drive from Seattle, and without the hassles of the San Juan Islands Ferry, our guests enjoy the convenience of sea kayaking from the best departure point in Washington State for visiting the San Juans. Call (360) 588-1117 for more information.
1801 Commercial Ave., Mount Vernon, WA
Breazeale Padilla Bay Interpretive Center
If you have never been to Padilla Bay and would like to learn more about the environment of the region before setting out on the Shore Trail, pay a visit to the Breazeale Interpretive Center just north of the trailhead. The Interpretive Center sits on a 64-acre abandoned farm which is now part of the 11,0000-acre greater preserve. Call (360) 428-1558 for more information.
10441 Bay View-Edison Road, Mount Vernon, WA
Juntunen Farm & Gardens
Nine acres of the 51-acre farm are dedicated to private gardens. Though the gardens are private, they are open for charitable events and special bookings. For a rare opportunity to walk the grounds (which are open to the landscape trade by appointment only) visit them when they are hosting a fundraiser or bid on a private party offered through local charities. Call 360-416-6650 for more information.
18091 Burkland Road, Mount Vernon, WA
Museum of Northwest Art
The museum opened on October 3, 1981, as a small regional museum devoted to presenting the works of major Northwest artists in a continual exhibition and serving as a source of education on Northwest art. Call (360) 466-4446 for more information.
121 S 1st St., Mount Vernon, WA
Tulip Town
You will pass the kites flying, (weather permitting) see the tulip pasture golf games, or ride a trolley to see the spectacular fields. We offer meals, espresso, cafe, nursery plants, tulip pots, dahlia and glad shop, dry flower and gift shop, an art gallery of Northwest Artists, photo and souvenier store including all tulip festival items. Indoor tulip flower arrangements, garden and patio scenes. Call (360) 424-8152 for more information.
15002 Bradshaw Road, Mount Vernon, WA