Make Stanwood your basecamp for an adventure on Camano Island
As the gateway to picturesque Camano Island, Stanwood offers many great options for lodging, dining, recreation, and shopping — and it’s the ideal basecamp location for your island adventure.
Camano Island boasts 52 miles of scenic shorelines encompassing an abundance of outdoor recreation, wildlife, and overall natural beauty. Camano has become a popular destination for those looking to enjoy an island retreat while staying connected to the mainland. To reach Camano, all roads (and bridges) run through Stanwood, which offers some of the most spectacular scenery in the PNW with a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.
It’s often said that the best part of a trip is the journey, and Stanwood is definitely worth a visit on your way to Camano Island.
Outdoor Activities & Recreation
Kayak Point Regional Park – A trifecta of nature beauty with trails, water ways, and campsites
Kayak Point Regional Park is one stop on the Cascadia Marine Trail – a trail system with 66 campsites and 160 day-use sites visitors can kayak or paddle board their way to the shores of Kayak Point and camp out, before hitting the water trails to other destinations in the Salish Sea. Wherever your summer plans take you, be sure to visit Kayak Point at least once. You'll get the best saltwater park experience that the Pacific Northwest has to offer.
Kayak Point Regional Park
15711 Marine Drive
Hamilton Landing Park – Launch into outdoor family fun
Hamilton Landing Park is Stanwood’s newest riverfront destination. Amid the scenic views of this beautiful park, you’ll find boat and kayak launches, picnicking areas, a walking path, and a play area for the little ones to burn off some that energy. It’s the perfect spot for a family friendly hang.
Hamilton Landing Park
26810 98th Ave NW
Heritage Park – Explore local wildlife and a slice of understated charm
Whether you’re into birding, boarding, or (pickle)balling, Heritage Park has it all. This park is connected to a wetland area with a bird and wildlife sanctuary so you can spot some of the region’s most unique fauna. Heritage also features a skate park, pickleball courts, a dog park, and a host of other great amenities.
Heritage Park
9600 276th St
Church Creek Park – DISCover a green space that offers thrill and chill
Church Creek Park offers an abundance of natural beauty and recreation. The park is best known for its popular 18-hole disc golf course. It also features an intricate system of walking trails and pathways that weave throughout the expansive green space. Church Creek Park even hosts several events throughout the summer, including the local summer concert and the movies in the park series.
Church Creek Park
27116 72nd Ave NW
Lodging
Yurt Village at Kayak Point Regional Park – The ultimate glamping experience
The yurts at Kayak Point are equipped with futons, outdoor fire rings, indoor electrical outlets (crucial for charging your phone), ventilated windows, and access to hot water. They’re also only a short walk from the photogenic shores of Post Susan of the Salish Sea.
Yurts at Kayak Point Regional Park
15610 Marine Dr.
Angel of the Winds Casino Resort & RV Resort – Win big with a weekend of affordable luxury
Give yourself the gift of an all-access weekend of entertainment, relaxation, and fun with a stay at Angel of the Winds. This casino resort has endless options for gaming, dining, and self care. The casino also operates a nearby RV resort that offers deluxe RV accommodations, yurt glamping, and access to the all the amenities the casino has to offer.
Angel of the Winds Casino & Resort
3438 Stoluckquamish Ln (Arlington, WA)
Angel of the Winds RV Resort
25525 Dahl Rd (Arlington, WA)
Stanwood Hotel and Salon – A renovated hotel from a bygone age attracts the paranormal and weary traveler alike
The Stanwood Hotel and Saloon is infamous for its paranormal sightings, but over the years and after a few renovations, the Stanwood is seen as another quality hotel along the Western Washington coast. The hotel sits atop the Stanwood Saloon, which is a hopping spot for singing karaoke pop covers, darts, billiards and of course, swapping ghost stories. There’s even an old timey player piano. These days, the Stanwood Hotel is booked solid by those interested in a pleasant stay, a cozy room booked around $125 a night with breakfast in the morning. For a spooky good price, you should book your room in advance.
Stanwod Hotel and Saloon
26926 102nd Ave NW
Town & Country Motorcoach and RV Resort – An RV resort like no other
When you think of RV travel, what comes to mind? Rest stops. Long days. Boring food. Town & Country Motorcoach and RV Resort is on a mission to change that narrative by offering visitors a place to not only park but also enjoy. Town & Country offers RV sites with high-speed Wi-Fi access, multiple dining options, and exciting on-site activities like pickleball courts, a hot tub and a fireplace area. A visit here will change how you view RV camping.
Town & Country Motorcoach and RV Resort
324 W. College Way (Mount Vernon, WA)
Dining & Drinking
Mammoth Burger – Giant burgers served with a heaping side of excellence
Mammoth Burger lives up to its name by dishing up 1.5-lb. local beef patties topped with a quarter pound of cheddar next to a small mountain of hand-cut French fries. Wow! Enjoy the gastropub vibes, complete with a chalkboard menu and a knife ceremoniously driven vertically through each burger served.
Mammoth Burger
8715 27 1st NW
SAAL Brewing Co. – A small-batch brewery that’s big on taste
SAAL stands for Stanwood Artisan Ales and Lagers. It’s located in a vintage stucco firefighter’s building. Besides all the delicious beer you’re sure to sip the food is a top local secret – try $3 mahi mahi fish tacos any time of the day. Happy hour prices are baked into the menu so that you can get your fill of quality eats without emptying your wallet.
SAAL Brewing Co.
10209 270th St NW
Mustard Seed Baking Co. – A rustic bakery above the res
Every city needs a bakery that punches above its weight when it comes to delivering warm, doughy, and flaky goodness, and Mustard Seed wears that crown in Stanwood. From cinnamon rolls and Danishes to custom cakes and even breakfast sandwiches, this rustic bakery has it all. The 89’er breakfast sandwich is worth the trip alone.
Mustard Seed Baking Co.
8620 271st St NW B
Ladders Clothing & Co. – A women's clothing boutique that fits your style
In the ever evolving and changing landscape of fashion, it’s always nice to know there’s a place to keep you fitted for the now. Ladders Clothing carries modern clothes and accessories for modern women. It’s the perfect boutique for finding new threads for an adventure on Camano Island.
Ladders CLothing & Co.
8723 271st St NW
Stilly Lilly Bridal – Find the perfect dress for your big day
It’s true that weddings are celebrations, but it’s also true that the prep they require can easily become a long list of laborious tasks. Let Stilly Lilly lighten your load by helping you find the perfect dress for the big day. This bridal boutique offers private and personalized shopping experiences for brides-to-be. With Still Lilly, you’ll be saying “I do” to the dress of your dreams in no time.
Stilly Lilly Bridal
10017 270th St NW Ste B
Shopping
Wit’s End Bookstore – A bookstore that takes you to the brink of your imagination
Travelers with a curious mind and a penchant for imagination might find themselves at Wit’s End in Stanwood. This charming, locally owned bookstore offers a large selection of books ranging from best sellers to rare finds. The shop also has themed sections (think Harry Potter and Star Wars) for fans of all ages to sit and enjoy their new reads in store. It’s the perfect place to find a book for relaxing on Camano Island.
Wit’s End Bookstore
10123 270th St NW
Brick Road Antiques – Vintage collectables worth the hunt
Antiquing is a favorite hobby for many PNW’ers. From finding the perfect statement piece for your home to adding a new (to you, at least) artifact to your collection, there are always treasures to be found at antique shops. When you’re in Stanwood, Brick Road Antiques is your one-stop shop for a variety of vintage collectables.
Brick Road Antiques
10111 270th St NW
Ready to explore all that Stanwood, WA has to offer as your basecamp for an adventure on Camano Island? Visit our website to discover all the things you’ll need to know for a visit to Stanwood.
