It's not a fun park unless you're a kid. Then it's a blast with a playground that has those weird…read morecircular htings that swing you around with your weight and other fancy playground items. But this park is more about the sunset. I was in town as a day trip and the weather was so nice that I wanted to check out the sunset. We sat there people watching on the bench as the sun started sinking over the water. People walked out down the pier and it made for really nice pictures. Once the sun went down, people left because there was a chill in the air, but until that moment, the sunset was magical. Definitely glad we hung around for twilight.

Washington Park is beautiful. The scenic loop is a great drive (go slow 10 mph there are…read morepedestrians on the paved road too). There are spots for cars to park on the loop to enjoy the view (and a disability parking spot). Take advantage of the easy and beautiful access to epic views of Burrows Island and the pass at this park before getting on the ferry to the San Juan islands or staying in Anacortes.

We were exploring Deception Pass State Park and stumbled onto this county park and hopped out to…read morecheck it out. We didn't hike too far, but enjoyed a nice walk down the path and back. I left me phone charging in the car after too many pictures earlier- so no pictures from this run- just memories of brisk, forest air & lush, dense fauna. The meadow at the entrance of the park would be fun for a picnic!

A hidden gem in Anacortes! This hike is right near Deception Pass State Park, but still part of the…read moreSkagit county park system. The parking lot is not huge but good sized and has a pit toilet. Day use only and dogs are permitted on a leash. This trail has a lot of different trails on it. You can get a map at the kiosk but I recommend downloading the Avenza Maps app and getting the map for this trail. It has markers on the trails but I still would have got lost without the app. It works offline and shows exactly where you are on the map. If you just want to see some spectacular views, then take the easy route down the Sares head trail to the Sares head overlook. The views are just breathtaking. I did some other trails in the park but some were really tough and climbing over rocks and branches and going up some hills. And at one point it was a very sketchy spot that dropped off right by the water. Next time I will make sure I look up the difficulty of the trail before attempting all of it. But it is definitely worth it just for that main viewpoint. Be sure to check it out if you are in the area.

Nice and quiet sculpture forest, very tranquil and beautiful. The sculptures are very nice and a…read morefew are surprising. This is a nice place to bring the family. We came during tourist season and it was not overrun by people, there were plenty of parking spaces available.

An unusual sculpture garden and trail combined into one…read more I enjoyed the walk and the artwork along the trail. The trees, ferns and green growing things along the path were all so beautiful. Seeing the artwork and easy link to via the QR codes to the biography of the artist made it all the more interesting. It is a 40 minute bicycle ride the Ferry land to/from Port Townsend. Easy trip by car.

My mom and I stopped here and at the nearby Rockport State Park recently on Wednesday 1 July 2020…read more We arrived in the morning just before 11 a.m., it had been a rainy morning and we managed to get here in a brief window where the rain stopped. It was still overcast, but no rain can be a plus when out hiking. The entrance to the park is well marked and there is a parking lot for those who are at the park for day use like we were. After parking our car we set out to explore the trails down to the river and back. Informational signs spot the trail and provide background and helpful tidbits if you are on the look-out for wildlife or their tracks. The mosquitos were fiercest at the parking lot and a number of them bit me through my clothing. Coming back I'd wear more layers or insect repellent if trying not to get bit. The trail we walked ran along the Skagit River for a short bit then twisted through the woods and back to the parking lot. On the way out to the Skagit River we passed a clearing. The grass was tall in the clearing center, but around the edges the grass had been cut to provide a walking path if one so yearned. We encountered mostly birds on our visit in terms of wildlife. The park itself wasn't too busy when we arrived, but we started to see more people by the time we departed. Restrooms were clean and we maintained our social distance.

The pluses This park is Beautiful plenty of paved roads and…read morepaths Nice gravel sites A few powered sites with water The new Loop of sites is deeper in the woods and further from the river No life guards swim at your own risk in the 50 degree water. The Skagit River is emerald green and beautiful huge Firs and Cedar line the River and a nice path along the river also . Minuses Do not go Berry picking down the road as the natives are paranoid I was on the side of the road and ran off and threatened. When I complained to the Park Ranger He said @ that's just how they are here". Hmmmm scary right? The Bathroom curtain was black with Mold and dirt The Loggers come down and use the Showers and track mud. The 50 cent a minute shower gets you 3 minutes of hot water So I guess there are a lot of visitors . Beware The small store gouges Campers Example Marshmallows $5.00 a bag Dill Pickles $5.00 a jar The water You can buy a case at Walmart for $3.89 They are selling individually for 89 cents a bottle Beware. A lot of Families take the upper loop because there is a paved loop around the small area so the Kids are all in various skateboards electric scooters and rollers skates until 10:00 at night. The lower loop is a little more steep so less attractive. Update When We told The Park Ranger about " being Tired of putting Quarters in the shower machine and getting Cold water" they 2 Trucks showed up to fix it and told Me "the Free shower is on them" How quick n nice is that!

Imagine my surprise when I tried to check in on Yelp and couldn't find this park. The park didn't…read morelook brand new so I guess folks don't Yelp parks in that neck of the woods. Oh, well. I will. I noticed this park when I was coming across the bridge, crossing the Skagit River. I made a mental note to stop on the way back because it looked like a cool spot. The first thing that was very striking to me was that at 4PM, there were no children playing at the park. I found it very strange to see that my little one was the only one enjoying this park on a beautiful spring day. In the time we were there, two other children came by but that's it. The next thing I noticed was a lack of adequate parking. However, if the park doesn't get much use, they don't need very many spots or perhaps people walk more than they drive in Mount Vernon. The park had the right balance of green grass and trees. I would love to read a book here or run around with my child. I think the best parks have a little something for everyone. The play structures (2 of them) were a mix of modern and retro. The one for the toddlers seemed to be made of plastic that was faded from the afternoon sun. The other one, seemed more modern, with various slides, bars, and levels for even the most active kids. The restrooms are very clean and well kept. I don't know if it's always that way or if no one ever uses them. Regardless, I appreciated bathroom stalls with doors and amenities that were well stocked with supplies. I never saw the boat launch, but I'm positive I didn't make it through the entire 54 acres. I did see a fantastic stage; I would love to see an event there. I found this to be a nice park. I'm not sure why people weren't enjoying it or if they ever do. However, I'd be happy to swing by on any visit to Mount Vernon.

I drove 50 miles here to ride 75 miles bike ride around the tulip field. Call me crazy! At first, I…read morethought I went to the wrong place. I called my friends. And, They were on the other side. Apparently, I entered from one side of the park which has no secure parking spot because it's just outside of the baseball field. I turned around and drove to the other side and met up my friends in front of the public bathroom. The park is within a mile away from Mount Vernon. It looks it's very well maintained. But, the parking area has a lot of gravel. It's also within a mile away from Roosen Garden, the tulip farm. Riding a bike is definitely an advantage beating all the traffic. I am glad that my friend mapped Roosen Garden in part of the 75 miles ride. I believe this is what locals take their kids and family for a nice sunny day. The end of the ride, there were a lot of kids and families out there having picnic or playing.

This is a great place to spend some time getting to know the feel of the area. There are some…read moreunique things like the Maiden of Deception Pass sculpture along with some pretty cool ride pools. The beach is nice and lots of colorful rocks can be found. There are many picnic tables and grass areas where you can relax and have a meal or just let kids run their energy out. There is a nice trail to the point and it is an easy one. It's fairly short and not much uphill to it.

We spent the morning at this beach and had a lovely time. The beach itself is sort of a pebble…read morebeach and although low tide was around 7:00 this morning, when we arrived just before 9 the tide was still quite low. It was perfect for viewing the tide pools. We saw lots of crabs, tadpoles, shrimp, fish and even a little sea urchin. I had forgotten how much fun it was to do things like this and it made me super nostalgic for my childhood. There were lots of people with dogs, walking along the beach and the pathways. I also really loved the Maiden of Deception Pass; both the statue and the story. On the walk from the parking area, we saw lots of birds and rabbits and it is just a really beautiful place to visit. If we lived in the area I would come here often and I recommend a stop to anyone who hasn't yet had the pleasure.

Beautiful place to take an easy to moderate stroll among the miles of hikes that this magical place…read morehas to offer. Wonderful for children and friends. We hiked the Whistle Lake loop trail, which took under two hours and was moderate. It was easy to find and park, and the greenery was absolutely breathtaking. I can not recommend this place enough!

Very clean and fun park. All three of my kids ages 15, 13, and 6 enjoyed running around the…read moreplayground.

Fort Nugent is such a cute and fun park. Definitely stop by when you're in the area. My kids had a…read morelot of fun. There is a lot of variety. It's located next to a bunch of sports fields so it was busy when we stopped by. There's a fun tire swing, a pole to slide down, an interactive music toy, slides, monkey bars and so much more. Cute things to climb in and on. I love the military theme. It's close to a base so it makes sense.