Make yourself at home in one of Skagit Valley’s cozy bed-and-breakfasts,
high quality hotels, or fresh air as you camp. From family-style motels to
luxurious suites, you can have it all right here.
Craving something delicious? Whether you are in the mood for an easy
treat or a scrumptious, candlelit dinner, you’ll find a menu to suit your
taste buds in Mount Vernon and the Skagit Valley.
Looking for an excuse to do a little shopping? Mount Vernon and the
surrounding areas have quaint boutiques, extensive specialty shops, antiques,
and more. Take a look at all we have to offer!
Enjoy pampering yourself at one of our many spas, and excite your
senses with some of the great culture we have to offer through art, theatre,
and the great outdoors. There are lots of great activities in Skagit
Valley, from sports and entertainment to quiet evening events - we have
something for everyone!
Thinking of moving to Skagit County, or just want to know a little more
about us? Check out these links to information on the City of Mount Vernon,
Skagit County, the local business climate, and the Downtown Business Community.
The Mount Vernon Downtown Association is a non-profit group made up of retailers,
service industry, and professional businesses in the downtown business corridor.
Canadian TV travel show 2 Girls and 1 RV features La Conner salon and day spa Salon Rouge, during a new series airing this summer.
During the North of Seattle episode, hosts Melanie Leblanc and Cla… Read More
Come September each year, Skagit Valley residents are reminded just how fertile this place is, and Fall Fest in downtown Mount Vernon, on Saturday September 25th from 9:00am to 4:00pm, aims to bring t… Read More
The annual award-winning Skagit County Fair in Mount Vernon is a fun event for the whole family. The Fair takes place every August and includes live entertainment acts, traditional fair food and rides… Read More
The 16th annual Skagit Valley Highland Games & Celtic Festival, July 10-11, 2010, at Edgewater Park in Mount Vernon, WA. Held the second full weekend each July, attendance for the Festival surpasses … Read More
Join Us at the Lincoln Theatre July 8th--Ted Vigil and
Eddie Kilgallon in a Jam Session You Will Not Forget!
Don’t Miss Us - Producer / Hit Songwriter / Keyboard Player Eddie Kilgallon and John De… Read More
Skagit County offers biking for all skill levels and scenery for all desires. The Mount Vernon Visitor Information Center has maps that can help you navigate your way through the diverse terrain.
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Distribution of the inaugural I Love Skagit County Visitors' & Newcomers' Guide will begin on March 12th. I Love Skagit LLC, publisher of the annual guide, is owned by Guy & Lisa Corp and Jeremy & Ja… Read More
RoozenGaarde and Tulip Town still have flowers in bloom, although the fields of tulips have been topped. Come up for a visit -- both RoozenGaarde and Tulip Town have beautiful displays ready for you t… Read More
Original Production Highlights Environmental Issues and Stories of Individuals Who Protect and Promote our National Treasure
Seattle—Imagine a place that is one of the largest and wildest left in t… Read More
Mount Vernon, a small town in the Skagit Valley, about 60 miles north of Seattle and 80 miles south of Vancouver, has a historic downtown, nearby whale-watching tours, eagle-watching and kayaking. The… Read More
In an effort to enrich cultural connections and increase global awareness and service projects for college students, four Skagit Valley College (SVC) students, and one WSU graduate student, traveled t… Read More
Fishing on the Skagit River is just one of the many outdoor activities you can enjoy during the mild fall months in Mount Vernon. The cooler temperatures that September and October bring allow for ni… Read More
Here in Skagit County, we have many great walking, biking and hiking trails for all skill levels. Whether you enjoy hiking in the woods, walking by the water, or biking through the farmland there is a… Read More
During the summer months, many local farms sell their fresh produce at various open-air markets throughout the valley. You'll find produce, baked goods, crafts items and more. The soil in the flatland… Read More
Greetings hearty Northwesterners!
While the sun is still hit-and-miss around here, the plants are shooting up without reservations (this goes for the weeds maybe most of all!) and we've got a jam-p… Read More
Barron Heating and Air Conditioning recently was honored for being the top seller of Jacuzzi hot tubs in the United States in 2008.
The award is based on a retailer's gross sales per capita in its … Read More
Two Skagit Valley College Students Receive Soroptimist International of the Americas "Women of Opportunity Awards"
Two Skagit Valley College students, Luz Lopez, of Mount Vernon, and Odilia Gutierre… Read More
Goodwinds, LLC, celebrated its one-year anniversary on April 25. The business, owned by Leland Holeman and his sister, Amelia Cook, distributes carbon and fiberglass rods and accessories via its webs… Read More
KWLE AM 1340 THE WHALE and www.1340thewhale.com presents a new local auto racing show featuring The Skagit Speedway.
KWLE continues its commitment to airing exclusive local sporting events with "The … Read More
Golf Digest has placed Eaglemont on the "Top Ten" list for golf courses in Washington State. As is evident from our reviews, Eaglemont is an 18 hole championship-quality course combining challenging … Read More
The staggering increase in customers at Deception Pass Tours has prompted Terica Taylor, formerly of the Economic Development Association of Skagit County (EDASC), to join her husband full time in the… Read More
The Lincoln Theatre in Mount Vernon is delighted to announce that it has been selected to present the live HD broadcasts of the Metropolitan Opera, direct from Lincoln Center in New York.
We will b… Read More
Central Moving & Storage, an agent for United Van Lines is proud to announce that our driver Dick Carroll has received United's Van Operator of the month Excellent Performance Award for February. In t… Read More
Hollybrook Farm & Llama Ranch has a beautiful 100+ year old farm house, newly remodeled and refurnished to provide comfortable and interesting temporary or transitional accommodations. The house sits… Read More
The cold weather, occasional snow, and generally miserable Skagit Valley weather of late can only mean one thing... It must be Tulip Festival season!! That's right, starting next Thursday, April 2nd w… Read More
Mobile Home Parts Northwest, located at 3610 B Cedardale Road in S. Mount Vernon (next to the Sicklesteel Crane) is pleased to announce it will celebrate it's 8th Anniversary on April 21, 2009. Its s… Read More
Francis Garcia, of Mount Vernon, and Infant - Toddler Specialist at Skagit-Islands Head Start, has received the 2009 Higher Education Hispanic-Latino Head Start award for outstanding graduate in Early… Read More
La Conner -- On April 7, following a year of research, design and writing, the Skagit County Historical Museum launches an on-line historic map of some 118 Skagit communities that have significantly c… Read More
We are now an official SOLAR PANEL installer and designer! We have completed training through Solar Energy International. We also do lighting retrofits for businesses, both large and small! We would … Read More