Why Granite Falls

Nestled in the foothills of the North Cascades, about 40 minutes from Seattle and just 30 minutes from Seattle Paine Field International Airport, Granite Falls is the gateway to the legendary Mountain Loop and is the perfect homebase for your mountain adventures.

Turn-of-the-century architecture, unique local eateries and shops, and a distinct western foothills atmosphere contribute to the charm of this community. Granite Falls offers easy access to some of the most spectacular hikes in the PNW, including the popular Big Four Ice Caves and the ghost town of Monte Cristo.

Home to Innovation and Exploration

Welcome to Seattle NorthCountry, a place where aviation innovators, tech geniuses, original thinkers, and lovers of the outdoors not only commingle, but are often times the same person.

Just 15 miles north of Seattle, Seattle NorthCountry stretches from the peaks of the Cascade Mountains to the shores of the Salish Sea. In between, you’ll find the perfect combination of infrastructure, sophistication, adventure, and recreation that today’s work-life balance seekers desire. It’s the ideal place to mix business with pleasure, with the added convenience of the Port of Everett, commercial air service at Seattle Paine Field Passenger Terminal, and Interstate 5 bisecting the region. Whether you’re looking to grow, expand, or relocate an existing business, incubate or accelerate a startup, or simply work remotely in an environment that is as conducive to innovation as it is exploration, you’ll find it all in Seattle NorthCountry.

Granite Falls at a Glance

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Stories From Granite Falls and the Mountain Loop

Get local insights on where to find great eats, the best excursions, standout small businesses, outdoor adventure ideas, and much, much more by checking out these great reads.

A Weekend In Granite Falls
Mountain Loop Highway
Seattle Paine Field International Airport Flys You to the Heart of the PNW
5 Places to Dine in Granite Falls
Your PNW Mountain Weekend Starts Here

Explore Seattle NorthCountry

There's a little bit of everything within the four visitor regions of Snohomish County, WA. Seattle NorthCountry is uniquely situated between the water and the mountains in the heart of aviation country. As such, you can easily access the many cultures — the nautical, artistic, outdoors, and farming communities — that make up the essence of Pacific Northwest. Use the clickable interactive map below to find more information and content about each of our regions.