Off the Beaten Path

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Off the Beaten Path

Food scene

The best progressive Mexican restaurant in the area, Coa is a definite must-eat. While you're in La Conner you can explore downtown La Conner, which is home to lot of cute stores and boutiques.
7 locals recommend
COA mexican eatery & tequileria in La Conner
623 Maple Ave
7 locals recommend
The best progressive Mexican restaurant in the area, Coa is a definite must-eat. While you're in La Conner you can explore downtown La Conner, which is home to lot of cute stores and boutiques.
The pumpkin cupcakes that made us move here, Shambala crafts amazing baked goods that will have you coming back for more. With gluten-free and vegan options, and massive care with their ingredients, their food never gives us a bellyache, and always is delicious!
Shambala Ancient Grain Bakery & Bistro
614 South 1st Street
The pumpkin cupcakes that made us move here, Shambala crafts amazing baked goods that will have you coming back for more. With gluten-free and vegan options, and massive care with their ingredients, their food never gives us a bellyache, and always is delicious!
For the 21 and older crowd, Train Wreck Bar & Grill is a great spot. Whether you grab a cocktail to go, or sit down to enjoy the Skagit Mushroom Burger, Train Wreck is one of our go-to spots.
32 locals recommend
Train Wreck Bar & Grill
427 E Fairhaven Ave
32 locals recommend
For the 21 and older crowd, Train Wreck Bar & Grill is a great spot. Whether you grab a cocktail to go, or sit down to enjoy the Skagit Mushroom Burger, Train Wreck is one of our go-to spots.
The best pizza around, Railroad uses their 24-hour aged dough, sweetened with malt from Skagit Valley Malting. We also can't pass up the pretzel and beer cheese...mmmm!
9 locals recommend
Railroad Pub & Pizza
122 S Spruce St
9 locals recommend
The best pizza around, Railroad uses their 24-hour aged dough, sweetened with malt from Skagit Valley Malting. We also can't pass up the pretzel and beer cheese...mmmm!

Local gems

An amazing local gem, wander the greenhouses at Christianson's for a laid back afternoon. Their shop is filled with curated goods, books, and all you need if you're a plant lover like us.
7 locals recommend
Christianson's Nursery
15806 Best Rd
7 locals recommend
An amazing local gem, wander the greenhouses at Christianson's for a laid back afternoon. Their shop is filled with curated goods, books, and all you need if you're a plant lover like us.
If you're looking for a fun, unique activity, visit Lang's Horse and Pony Farm. We recommend joining a trail ride to see the Skagit Valley, and definitely doing their all-inclusive Couple's Ride if you're with a special someone. Reservations are required, so visit their website to plan ahead.
6 locals recommend
Lang's Horse & Pony Farm
21463 Little Mountain Rd
6 locals recommend
If you're looking for a fun, unique activity, visit Lang's Horse and Pony Farm. We recommend joining a trail ride to see the Skagit Valley, and definitely doing their all-inclusive Couple's Ride if you're with a special someone. Reservations are required, so visit their website to plan ahead.
A must-visit, Hedgerow is a boutique shop in the nearby town of Edison. You'll find vintage pieces, plants, jewelry, art, and more.
9 locals recommend
Hedgerow
5787 Cains Ct
9 locals recommend
A must-visit, Hedgerow is a boutique shop in the nearby town of Edison. You'll find vintage pieces, plants, jewelry, art, and more.
If you like hunting for antiques as much as we do, then you have to stop by Red Door. We definitely frequent the Red Door, and you'll even enjoy some of the pieces we've found when you stay at House Kinlands!
Red Door Antique Mall
111 Freeway Dr
If you like hunting for antiques as much as we do, then you have to stop by Red Door. We definitely frequent the Red Door, and you'll even enjoy some of the pieces we've found when you stay at House Kinlands!
Small batch cheese. Need we say more?
17 locals recommend
Samish Bay Cheese
15115 Bow Hill Rd
17 locals recommend
Small batch cheese. Need we say more?

Sightseeing

One of our favorite spots up the Cascade Mountain Range, this is a definite must visit, and not too hard to get to if you have kids.
16 locals recommend
Diablo Lake
16 locals recommend
One of our favorite spots up the Cascade Mountain Range, this is a definite must visit, and not too hard to get to if you have kids.