Guidebook for Everson

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Guidebook for Everson

Entertainment & Activities

Mindport is a science exploration extravaganza!
24 locals recommend
Mindport
210 W Holly St
24 locals recommend
Mindport is a science exploration extravaganza!
You can’t really experience fall without going for a ride on a wagon down to the pumpkin patch. Oodles of different apple trees and you can pick your own!
Stoney Ridge Farm
2092 Van Dyk Rd
You can’t really experience fall without going for a ride on a wagon down to the pumpkin patch. Oodles of different apple trees and you can pick your own!

Sightseeing

Washington State Ferries depart from Anacortes, which is 45 minutes south. Many of the San Juan islands can be accessed via ferry. Lopez Island is great for bicycling, Friday Harbor for kayaking, wale watching tours, and arts & crafts. Orcas Island is a great day trip with that small town “off the mainland” feel.
48 locals recommend
San Juan Islands
48 locals recommend
Washington State Ferries depart from Anacortes, which is 45 minutes south. Many of the San Juan islands can be accessed via ferry. Lopez Island is great for bicycling, Friday Harbor for kayaking, wale watching tours, and arts & crafts. Orcas Island is a great day trip with that small town “off the mainland” feel.

Essentials

Hooray for organic!
13 locals recommend
Community Food Co-op Cordata
315 Westerly Rd
13 locals recommend
Hooray for organic!
48 locals recommend
Trader Joe's
2410 James St
48 locals recommend

Arts & Culture

WWU has a beautiful campus with lots of local art displayed.
33 locals recommend
Western Washington University
516 High St
33 locals recommend
WWU has a beautiful campus with lots of local art displayed.
Nestled in a grove of evergreens above Lake Whatcom sits a unique city park showcasing original sculptures in a 2.5 acre garden. Meandering paths wander through the peaceful landscape of Big Rock Garden Park, where nature and art complement each other. The Park boasts over 37 permanent works by distinguished international and local artists. A striking geometrical sculpture by renowned Mexican artist Sebastian and rarely seen pieces by Canadian artist David Marshall highlight the diversity. Each May the Friends of Big Rock Garden Park and the Bellingham Parks & Recreation Department sponsor a Mother's Day Celebration.
19 locals recommend
Big Rock Garden
2900 Sylvan St
19 locals recommend
Nestled in a grove of evergreens above Lake Whatcom sits a unique city park showcasing original sculptures in a 2.5 acre garden. Meandering paths wander through the peaceful landscape of Big Rock Garden Park, where nature and art complement each other. The Park boasts over 37 permanent works by distinguished international and local artists. A striking geometrical sculpture by renowned Mexican artist Sebastian and rarely seen pieces by Canadian artist David Marshall highlight the diversity. Each May the Friends of Big Rock Garden Park and the Bellingham Parks & Recreation Department sponsor a Mother's Day Celebration.
With a variety of world-class entertainment, it is worth looking at their website as for major shows, you’ll need to order tickets early.
73 locals recommend
Mount Baker Theatre
104 N Commercial St
73 locals recommend
With a variety of world-class entertainment, it is worth looking at their website as for major shows, you’ll need to order tickets early.

Shopping

Local foodies will covet this Saturday market. Local arts & crafts scene is indicative of our creative community!
73 locals recommend
Bellingham Farmers Market
1100 Railroad Ave
73 locals recommend
Local foodies will covet this Saturday market. Local arts & crafts scene is indicative of our creative community!
I work here 2 days a week and we carry a little bit of everything. Incredible plants, the largest selection of indoor plants in Bellingham, an extensive gift shop, and lots of outside garden art.
My Garden Nursery
929 E Bakerview Rd
I work here 2 days a week and we carry a little bit of everything. Incredible plants, the largest selection of indoor plants in Bellingham, an extensive gift shop, and lots of outside garden art.
This is their second location augmenting their iconic Fairhaven historic building. First created by Chuck and Dee Robinson in 1980, Village Books is at the cornerstone of our community showcasing author readings, activities that involve our brains and lots of fun and useful gifts.
Village Books and Paper Dreams
430 Front St
This is their second location augmenting their iconic Fairhaven historic building. First created by Chuck and Dee Robinson in 1980, Village Books is at the cornerstone of our community showcasing author readings, activities that involve our brains and lots of fun and useful gifts.

Parks & Nature

The Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest is one of the most visited forests in the country. Located on the west side of the Castcades between the Canadian border and Mt. Rainier National Park, you will find glacier-covered peaks, spectacular mountain meadows and old-growth forests rich in history and outdoor opportunities.
103 locals recommend
Mount Baker
103 locals recommend
The Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest is one of the most visited forests in the country. Located on the west side of the Castcades between the Canadian border and Mt. Rainier National Park, you will find glacier-covered peaks, spectacular mountain meadows and old-growth forests rich in history and outdoor opportunities.
Fragrance Lake is part of Larrabee State Park, which became Washington’s first state park after a 20-acre parcel of land was donated by the Larrabee family in 1915. The park now accounts for a third of the Chuckanut Recreation Area’s 8,000 acres of public land. The Fragrance Lake trailhead is on Chuckanut Drive, directly across from the main entrance to Larrabee State Park. You’ll find a small parking area to the left just past the ranger station, or, if space is available, there are a dozen parking spots on the east side of Chuckanut Drive. A Discover Pass is required in either lot. A pass kiosk, water and flush toilets are available in the park.
20 locals recommend
Fragrance Lake Trailhead
291 WA-11
20 locals recommend
Fragrance Lake is part of Larrabee State Park, which became Washington’s first state park after a 20-acre parcel of land was donated by the Larrabee family in 1915. The park now accounts for a third of the Chuckanut Recreation Area’s 8,000 acres of public land. The Fragrance Lake trailhead is on Chuckanut Drive, directly across from the main entrance to Larrabee State Park. You’ll find a small parking area to the left just past the ranger station, or, if space is available, there are a dozen parking spots on the east side of Chuckanut Drive. A Discover Pass is required in either lot. A pass kiosk, water and flush toilets are available in the park.
Lummi legend tells the story of the handsome young Kulshan, married to two wives: the beautiful but stormy Tahoma and the plain but kind Shuksan. Over the years, Shuksan’s gentle nature won the heart of Kulshan and drove Tahoma to jealous rage. She moved south, but finding herself separated from her family, she grew taller and taller in order to keep Kulshan within sight. Kulshan, or Koma Kulshan, meaning “snow-capped mountain with a wound at the tip” in Lummi, or “hunting place in the mountains” in Nooksack, was named Mount Baker by George Vancouver in honor of his third-in-command in 1792. Thanks to Forest Service roads and the Skyline Divide trail, you can personally witness the beauty t
10 locals recommend
Skyline Divide Trailhead
10 locals recommend
Lummi legend tells the story of the handsome young Kulshan, married to two wives: the beautiful but stormy Tahoma and the plain but kind Shuksan. Over the years, Shuksan’s gentle nature won the heart of Kulshan and drove Tahoma to jealous rage. She moved south, but finding herself separated from her family, she grew taller and taller in order to keep Kulshan within sight. Kulshan, or Koma Kulshan, meaning “snow-capped mountain with a wound at the tip” in Lummi, or “hunting place in the mountains” in Nooksack, was named Mount Baker by George Vancouver in honor of his third-in-command in 1792. Thanks to Forest Service roads and the Skyline Divide trail, you can personally witness the beauty t
Explore two small beaches for sea critters, fascinating Chuckanut sandstone formations and views out over Chuckanut Bay to the the San Juan Islands. A headland hike topped with cedars and twisted madronas offers views of both beaches from a high perspective. This is a fine all-season hike for a bit of seclusion in the winter months.
14 locals recommend
Teddy Bear Cove - Chuckanut Mountain Trails
1467 Chuckanut Dr
14 locals recommend
Explore two small beaches for sea critters, fascinating Chuckanut sandstone formations and views out over Chuckanut Bay to the the San Juan Islands. A headland hike topped with cedars and twisted madronas offers views of both beaches from a high perspective. This is a fine all-season hike for a bit of seclusion in the winter months.
The gem of the Interurban Trail is Arroyo Park. Trails follow a beautiful creek under a dense forest canopy. In the fall, salmon can be seen spawning in the creek. Great for walks or just sitting along the creek. Cross the bridge and hike one of the many trails leading into the Chuckanut Mountains. There are two parking areas along Old Sammish Road near Chuckanut Drive.
14 locals recommend
Arroyo Park
1700 Old Samish Rd
14 locals recommend
The gem of the Interurban Trail is Arroyo Park. Trails follow a beautiful creek under a dense forest canopy. In the fall, salmon can be seen spawning in the creek. Great for walks or just sitting along the creek. Cross the bridge and hike one of the many trails leading into the Chuckanut Mountains. There are two parking areas along Old Sammish Road near Chuckanut Drive.
The rewards for this strenuous hike are a bouquet of fall colors and a vast panorama of North Cascades mountains. From the trailhead, the route up Church Mountain starts deceptively easy with a 0.5-mile stroll up an old forest road. Then it gets right down to business with lots of switchbacks winding up and around the west side of the mountain. The trees are fairly dense, which you'll actually appreciate on warmer days, though they obstruct any big views until later—look for the occasional peek of Mount Baker above or the North Fork Nooksack River below as you continue to climb.
Church Mountain Trailhead
The rewards for this strenuous hike are a bouquet of fall colors and a vast panorama of North Cascades mountains. From the trailhead, the route up Church Mountain starts deceptively easy with a 0.5-mile stroll up an old forest road. Then it gets right down to business with lots of switchbacks winding up and around the west side of the mountain. The trees are fairly dense, which you'll actually appreciate on warmer days, though they obstruct any big views until later—look for the occasional peek of Mount Baker above or the North Fork Nooksack River below as you continue to climb.
Western Washington University and Fairhaven College in Bellingham. Established as an arboretum in 1967, Sehome Hill was protected from logging officially by members of Western's College Board of Trustees in May 1969. At first just 38 acres were protected, but then in 1974, that was expanded to 100 acre, and now visitors from all over can enjoy this gorgeous green space. Complete with overlook tower, informative trail signs, and an outdoor sculpture collection that is an excellent addition to any excursion to the Arboretum.
18 locals recommend
Sehome Hill Arboretum
600 25th St
18 locals recommend
Western Washington University and Fairhaven College in Bellingham. Established as an arboretum in 1967, Sehome Hill was protected from logging officially by members of Western's College Board of Trustees in May 1969. At first just 38 acres were protected, but then in 1974, that was expanded to 100 acre, and now visitors from all over can enjoy this gorgeous green space. Complete with overlook tower, informative trail signs, and an outdoor sculpture collection that is an excellent addition to any excursion to the Arboretum.

Food Scene

Local source for eggs and organic goodies. They’ve a tasty deli with yummy sandwiches and homemade soups.
7 locals recommend
Rome Store
2908 Mt Baker Hwy
7 locals recommend
Local source for eggs and organic goodies. They’ve a tasty deli with yummy sandwiches and homemade soups.
On your way to or fro with a lovely walk at the North Lake Whatcom Tail, this little gem serves all meals. A bit pricey but worth the experience.
24 locals recommend
Fork At Agate Bay
2530 N Shore Rd
24 locals recommend
On your way to or fro with a lovely walk at the North Lake Whatcom Tail, this little gem serves all meals. A bit pricey but worth the experience.
Just about 2 miles from here, BelleWood Acres is home to one of Northwest Washington's largest apple orchards. You can pick your own apples and your own pumpkins from their pumpkin patch, and their farm market features fresh, locally grown produce. They offer fresh home-made pies that are scrumptious!
24 locals recommend
BelleWood Distilling
6140 WA-539
24 locals recommend
Just about 2 miles from here, BelleWood Acres is home to one of Northwest Washington's largest apple orchards. You can pick your own apples and your own pumpkins from their pumpkin patch, and their farm market features fresh, locally grown produce. They offer fresh home-made pies that are scrumptious!
They have esoteric flavors of ice cream and are open late at night- perfect for an after -theater treat!
52 locals recommend
Mallard Ice Cream
1323 Railroad Ave
52 locals recommend
They have esoteric flavors of ice cream and are open late at night- perfect for an after -theater treat!
Cozy and art-filled hole in the wall with fabulous huge omelets and an insider view of Bellingham’s Sunnyland neighborhood.
41 locals recommend
Homeskillet
521 Kentucky St
41 locals recommend
Cozy and art-filled hole in the wall with fabulous huge omelets and an insider view of Bellingham’s Sunnyland neighborhood.
Rusty Wagon Old Tyme Food Company is a proud family owned eatery serving fresh, tasty classics and new twists on old favorites. The Rusty Wagon serves the finest steaks, ribs, chicken and the freshest seafood.
Rusty Wagon Old Tyme Food
6937 Hannegan Rd
Rusty Wagon Old Tyme Food Company is a proud family owned eatery serving fresh, tasty classics and new twists on old favorites. The Rusty Wagon serves the finest steaks, ribs, chicken and the freshest seafood.
Niemann's was brought to Everson in 1992 with German influenced recipes and a family atomosphe.
9 locals recommend
Herb Niemann's Steak House
203 W Main St
9 locals recommend
Niemann's was brought to Everson in 1992 with German influenced recipes and a family atomosphe.
Go here for some fresh King salmon as they are just two miles from here!
Hannegan Seafoods
6069 Hannegan Rd
Go here for some fresh King salmon as they are just two miles from here!