Salish Coast
Ferry rides, quiet bays, and working waterfront towns define the Salish Coast. Paddle the shoreline, wander the marinas, watch the whales, and stay for fresh seafood and sunset views. Salt air included.
Visitor Region Itineraries
Just north of Seattle, Snohomish County opens up into coastlines, river valleys, mountain trails, and lively downtowns.
Between the Salish Sea and the Cascade Range, Snohomish County brings five distinct regions together in one easy place to explore. Start on the water, wander the towns, and head for the mountains. Stay longer to discover it all. Roam Boldly.
Urban Borough
Walkable downtowns filled with restaurants, craft breweries, record stores, and galleries bring the county’s creative energy together. Park once and follow your curiosity.
Valley Corridor
Historic towns, farmland, and river landscapes shape this stretch of the county. Scenic roads, farm stands, and open space invite you to slow down, see what’s growing along the way, and take…
Cascade Gateway
Follow the rivers upstream toward forest trails, alpine lakes, and big views of the Cascade Mountains. This is where adventures start.
Cascades
The Cascade region is iconic, filled with alpine lakes, placid cisterns, scree-choked gorges, leg-burning switchbacks, wildflower meadows, and frolicking wildlife.
On the coast, life feels smaller in all the best ways. It’s as if every tide reveals something new. Set sail for a weekend of seaside adventures on Snohomish County’s Salish Coast. Our shores stretch for more than 90 miles along the waters of Salish Sea. In towns like Edmonds, Mukilteo, and Stanwood, trails, piers, and hidden coves invite you to slow down, drop your anchor, and stay awhile. Salish Coast is also home to thousands of diverse species, from fish and shellfish to seabirds and marine mammals. You might even come face to fin with a pod of whales that migrates here to soak up the Pacific Northwest summers. Whether you explore by ferry, kayak, wetsuit, or whaleboat, Salish Coast is where you’ll find endless waves of inspiration, relaxation, and reasons to return.
Seaside cityscapes. Mid-size metropolises. Vibrant valley towns. Board a train, light rail, or ferry to explore the Urban Borough, where flowing waters and vast lowlands meet the buzz of city life. In the heart of Snohomish County, you’ll find small-city camaraderie without the big-city attitude. This region offers a unique and eclectic blend of cultures, attractions, foods, and experiences rooted in the history of our old brick and timber mill cities. From coffeehouses and art galleries to shopping centers, lighthouses, and all things aviation, there are endless opportunities to discover what makes the Urban Borough the talk of our towns.
Between the coast and the Cascades, the land opens into fertile valleys and vibrant towns. The Valley Corridor derives its verdant charm from roots that foster a genuine connection with the natural world. Think farmlands, open-air markets, craft breweries, and the fresh scent of a spring or fall harvest. Dig in for a weekend of small-town fun in a place where city and country blend, where creativity and cultivation meet. Every gathering place feels likes a celebration. Every season is an invitation to linger just a little longer. From the currents of the lowland riverbeds to the rich soils of sprawling pastures — and everything in between — the Valley Corridor embodies the true spirit of a Pacific Northwest getaway.
Mountain towns. Naturally connected. Stretching along the foothills, the Cascades Gateway is where small towns meet the mountains. These communities serve as welcoming bases for exploration — and they shaped by rivers, rail lines, and the terrain that surrounds them. Here, local cafés, trailheads, and main streets sit side by side, making it easy to move between town life and outdoor adventure. It’s the natural starting point for venturing deeper into the Cascades.