Explore the waterfront setting in Mount Vernon
Enjoy the festivals and other features of Mount Vernon. Renowned for its shopping, restaurants and whale watching, this city welcomes all visitors. If you need more space to accommodate a family holiday or a trip with friends, rental homes often come with separate dining areas and spacious living rooms.
Activities and attractions in and around Mount Vernon
Are you hoping to find attractions to see during your stay? Travellers enjoy Mount Vernon for its whale watching, hiking and boating. Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and check out everything that makes Mount Vernon a one-of-a-kind holiday spot. Here are some of the top attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Tulip Valley Winery (3.1 mi / 5 km)
- Tulip Town (4 mi / 6.4 km)
- Lavender Wind Farm (22.7 mi / 36.5 km)
- Samish Bay Cheese / Rootabaga Country Farm (10.8 mi / 17.3 km)
- Camaloch Golf Course (15 mi / 24.2 km)
- Joseph Whidbey State Park (18.6 mi / 29.9 km)
Exploring the natural features in Mount Vernon
Whether you're looking for fun outdoor activities or just want to appreciate the scenery, Mount Vernon is a great spot to appreciate mother nature. These are some of the area's most stunning sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Roozengaarde (2.9 mi / 4.7 km)
- Skagit River Park Playfields (3 mi / 4.8 km)
- Tulip Town (4 mi / 6.4 km)
- Padilla Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve (8.4 mi / 13.5 km)
- Skagit Bay (9.4 mi / 15.1 km)
- Northern State Recreation Area (10.3 mi / 16.6 km)
How to get to and around Mount Vernon
The nearest airport is in Bellingham, WA (BLI-Bellingham Intl.), located 27.5 mi (44.3 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you might consider flying into Lopez Island, WA (LPS), which is 27.8 mi (44.7 km) away.