Jetty Island beach — Attraction in Everett

Just got home from Jetty Island. Always a great time. Only pack what you don't mind carrying approx 1/4 mile across the island. Strollers and wagons can be difficult to pull/push through the sand. When the tide is way out adults should walk along the "streams" to get to the open water so they don't sink in the sand/mud up to their knees or more. Bring something to give yourself shade because there really is none on the beach. Sand toys for the kiddos is a must and LOTS of water to stay hydrated since there is no running water. Most importantly, the only bathroom is at the dock where you first arrive and they are NOT flushies (& only hand gel to clean hands) - again...no running water. Plan your bathroom trips accordingly since it's quite a distance from the beach on the west side...

Jetty Island is a fun spot to spend the day, and if you have a kayak, SUP, or other way to cross besides the ferry in summer, you can go anytime of the year. I have an ORU foldable kayak, and it's perfect. There are normally a bunch of kayak/sup boards sitting on the island while people are out exploring and enjoying the island. There are lots of trails, sand beaches, and lots of people wind/kite/foil surfing! Great spot to...

Dust off the buckets and sand toys. This will be a short adventure your kids are sure to enjoy. It all starts with a one minute boat ride. Shallow warm waters lapping at the most unWashington like coastline ever. It is all sand! No barnacle covered rocks assaulting those bare feet. It’s like being on vacation in Everett. It’s just far enough away that you can’t hear any gunshots. Bring some folding chairs and drinks and...