Jetty Island
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| Address: | 10th St & W. Marine View Dr Everett, WA 98201 Google Map | |
| Web Site: | http://www.everettwa.org/default.aspx?ID=503 | |
| Phone: | (425) 257-8700 | |
| Category: | Activities, Outdoor > Beaches | |
| Age Range: | From 0 to 100 Years Old | |
| Description: | Since 1985, the City of Everett Parks and Recreation Department has been proud to bring its residents the best in saltwater beach recreation as well as marine and estuary education. The wildlife viewing and solitude for those who seek it have made Jetty Island Days a favorite for the entire Puget Sound area.
Jetty Island is a two-mile long, man-made island with rare sandy beaches and shallow warm water. The free Jetty ferry departs from the 10th Street Boat Launch and Marine Park, located at 10th Street and W. Marine View Drive. Donations to help offset the cost of the ferry service are greatly appreciated. Jetty hours are 10 a.m. - 5:25 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday, and 11 a.m. - 5:25 p.m. Sundays. Pick up your individual boarding passes at the kiosk located in the park. City of Everett residents with a current resident card or current driver’s license with an Everett address or groups of 12 or more may make reservations by calling 425-257-8304. All reservations must be made with a minimum of one week advance notice. Private group tours are offered at 10:45 a.m. or 3:30 p.m. daily. | |
| Cost: | free but donations accepted | |
| Hours: | July 5th - September 2, 2007 (summers only) | |