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LaConner
Activities
In addition to our world class art galleries, antique emporiums,
quaint shops and restaurants, LaConner is a perfect stop,
and conveniently located hub for a variety of day trips
and outdoor activities.
Boat, kayak, whale watch, take a scenic
drive, bird watch, picnic at Deception Pass, lounge on a
beach, hike, bike or ski Mount
Baker. LaConner and the surrounding areas offer abundant
activities something for everyone.
The
Annual Tulip Festival
Bringing thousands of visitors every year, the annual Skagit Valley Tulip Festival is one event not to miss out on.
View the offical site of the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival |
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Year Round Activities
In
the Mood for Some Entertainment?
LaConner is known as the performing, visual
and literary arts Mecca of the Northwest.
View the LaConner Institute of Performing Arts web site
Skagit
County Historical Museum
Come to the top of the hill for an exceptional view of history. Permanent and
changing displays of pioneer life in the Skagit Valley. 50l S. Fourth St.,
La Conner, 360-466-3365. Open Tues.-Sun. 11am-5pm. small fee.
View the Skagit County Historical Museum web site
LaConner
Quilt Museum
Located in the historic Gaches Mansion, 703 s. 2nd. St. La Conner. Showing
quilts from around the country and around the world. Open Wed.-Sun 11am.-5pm.;
Oct.-March the hours are 11am.-4pm. The museum is closed in January. Admission
$3.00, members and children under 12 are free. 360-466-4288
View the LaConner Quilt Museum web site
Activities
for Birders in the Skagit Valley
The Skagit Valley Audubon Society offers 12 great places for birders on their
web site including a map and a description of each place.
View the Skagit Valley Audubon Society web site
Museum
of Northwest Art (MoNa)
The Museum of Northwest Art (MoNa) is located in the heart of La Conner's shopping district 121 S.
1st Street. It is the only museum that is dedicated exclusively to exhibiting,
preserving and collecting contemporary Northwest art.
View the MoNa web site
Hours: Tues.-Sun. 10am.-5pm.
Admission: $3.00, members free.
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Travel Guides
The
San Juanderer - Inter-Island
Travel Guide
A string of many islands, including those extending into Canada and called
the Gulf Islands, the San Juans offer sparkling vistas, spectacular shorelines,
rural enclaves and even some mini-mountains. Even better, the communities on
the islands are self-sustaining, artistic, independent-minded and hard-working.
View the San Juanderer Guide
North
Cascades Traveler's Guide
Visit the many towns and sites of the North Cascades. The traveler's guide
will help you plan your trip before you go.
View the North Cascades Travelers' Guide
Summer
in Skagit
What kind of activiites are there to do during the summer in and around Skagit
County? Find out at the official web site.
View the annual Summer in Skagit publication
For more information you can visit the LaConner Chamber of Commerce web site. |
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Kayaking
the San Juans
Kayaking is available at a number of places in the area. You can bring
your own kayak(s) and launch from the beach below the Heron's Nest or you can
take a guided tour with one of several Kayaking Tour Guides in the area.
For more information please view the Outdoor Odysseys web site. |
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Explore
the North Cascades
The North Cascades are abundant with beautiful scenery.
A trip across the mountain passes of State Route 20 is
all you need to see why the North Cascades are called "America's
Alps."
For more information please view the guide to the North Cascades. |
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Venture
around the San Juan Islands
On the islands
as a whole, any season is great fun for traveling, discovering
and just hanging out. But, those who know, pick a time when
the orca whales are feeding off Lime Kiln Point State Park
on San Juan Island; or Moran State Park on Orcas Island, at its best
in high summer. On Lopez Island, eager bicyclists tackle relatively
flat rural roads, marvel at nature on a steamy hot July day.
For more information please view the guide to the San Juans. |
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Cruise on up Chuckanut Drive
Chuckanut Drive is an absolutely breathtaking , scenic route between Burlington
& Bellingham. Along the way are many vistas, shops, restaurants, state parks, back roads for bicycling, hiking trails and more. Surely not an adventure to miss in your visit to the Valley.
For more information please view the Chuckanut Drive web site. |
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The
Beautiful & Historical
Whidbey Island
Whidbey Island offers an incredible
state park, wineries, gardens, many historical landmarks and an awe-inspiring
view from the magnificant Deception Pass Bridge
(A
must see!).
On Ebey's Prairie and Landing you will find an abundance
of Pacific Northwest history. There is a readily accessible
beach where you can walk for miles with a special friend
or loved one.
Don't forget to visit Fort Casey State Park and the Admiralty
Head Lighthouse.
For more information please view South Whidbey's web site. |
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Join
the Skagit Bicycle Club
Join up with the Skagit Bicycle Club or venture out on your own.
For more information please visit the Skagit Bicycle Club's web site. |
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Kayaking
from the beach was great. We saw seals and a variety
of ducks along the way. Watching the sunset from the
outdoor hot tub was the highlight. We will definitely
be back.
