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Northwest Washington

Everett / Snohomish County

What's north of Seattle? Snohomish county's varied topography ranges from Puget Sound saltwater beaches, rolling hills and rich farmlands in the west to dense forests and alpine wilderness in the mountainous east. It also includes 10,541-foot high Glacier peak, one of the highest in the nation.
What can you do here? Shop, visit a farm, tour the largest building in the world, take in a baseball game, go river rafting - the sky's the limit!
40 minutes — 30 miles

North toward Canada

The beauty of Skagit County - From charming communities along Puget Sound to a pioneer town on the banks of the Skagit River, it's all here.
1 hour — 60 miles

Photo: Fishing in the forest.

Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest - Extending more than 140 miles along the western slopes of the Cascade Mountains, here you'll find glacier-covered mountain peaks, old-growth forests, wildlife and outdoor recreation opportunities galore.
30 minutes — 30 miles

Bellingham area - Whether you're looking for picturesque lakes and rivers, challenging hikes, bald eagle watching, sweeping views of Mt. Baker, scenic drives along Puget Sound and the Cascades, or charming cities and town...this area of Washington is beautiful from every angle. Bellingham also serves as a gateway to Vancouver, British Columbia, site of the 2010 Olympics.
1.5 hours — 90 miles

North Cascades National Park - The rugged beauty of this 684,000-acre park includes jagged mountain peaks, cascading waterfalls and more than 700 glaciers. Activities include hiking, camping, mountain climbing, horseback riding and more.
2 hours — 120 miles

Photo: Glacier Peaks in North Cascades National Park

San Juan Islands

Visit the islands! The magnificent San Juan archipelago encompasses 170 islands between Washington's mainland and Vancouver Island, British Columbia. Want to go on a whale watching tour? Peruse intimate island shops? Go kayaking or diving? Relax on the sundeck of a local pub overlooking the water? These islands, with their more than 375 miles of waterfront, have it all. You can get there by plane or ferry, by chartering your own boat, or by private tour company.
By car: 1.5 hour drive, followed by 1 hour + ferry ride — 100 miles
By plane: 30 - 45 minutes

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Northwest Washington

Everett / Snohomish County
What's north of Seattle? Snohomish county's varied topography ranges from Puget Sound saltwater beaches, rolling hills and rich farmlands in the west to dense forests and alpine wilderness in the mountainous east. It also includes 10,541-foot high Glacier peak, one of the highest in the nation. What can you do here? Shop, visit a farm, tour the largest building in the world, take in a baseball game, go river rafting - the sky's the limit! 40 minutes — 30 miles
North toward Canada
The beauty of Skagit County - From charming communities along Puget Sound to a pioneer town on the banks of the Skagit River, it's all here. 1 hour — 60 miles
Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest - Extending more than 140 miles along the western slopes of the Cascade Mountains, here you'll find glacier-covered mountain peaks, old-growth forests, wildlife and outdoor recreation opportunities galore. 30 minutes — 30 miles
Bellingham area - Whether you're looking for picturesque lakes and rivers, challenging hikes, bald eagle watching, sweeping views of Mt. Baker, scenic drives along Puget Sound and the Cascades, or charming cities and town...this area of Washington is beautiful from every angle. Bellingham also serves as a gateway to Vancouver, British Columbia, site of the 2010 Olympics. 1.5 hours — 90 miles
North Cascades National Park - The rugged beauty of this 684,000-acre park includes jagged mountain peaks, cascading waterfalls and more than 700 glaciers. Activities include hiking, camping, mountain climbing, horseback riding and more. 2 hours — 120 miles
San Juan Islands
Visit the islands! The magnificent San Juan archipelago encompasses 170 islands between Washington's mainland and Vancouver Island, British Columbia. Want to go on a whale watching tour? Peruse intimate island shops? Go kayaking or diving? Relax on the sundeck of a local pub overlooking the water? These islands, with their more than 375 miles of waterfront, have it all. You can get there by plane or ferry, by chartering your own boat, or by private tour company. By car: 1.5 hour drive, followed by 1 hour + ferry ride — 100 miles By plane: 30 - 45 minutes
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