Discover Burlington

Burlington offers travelers several distinct points of interest: river views, trails, disc golf, public art, and a recurring summer festival. If you’re looking for a hotel in Burlington, your reason for traveling can help you decide where to start: Are you most interested in spending time outdoors, attending a festival, or exploring art? The differences below show the specific highlights Burlington offers for each of these interests.

Trails and the River

The Burlington Dike Trail offers views of the Skagit River. The Tammi Wilson Memorial Trail, also known as the Gages Slough Trail, is about 0.8 miles long round trip. The two trails can therefore be distinguished by different features: the Dike Trail is known for its river views, while the Tammi Wilson Memorial Trail offers an approximate round-trip distance. When planning your time outdoors, consider whether the views or a stated distance matters more to you.

Another option with river access is the Roger 'Gus' Tjeerdsma Boat Launch. It is available year-round and consists of a two-lane paved ramp that provides access to the Skagit River. So, in addition to the views from the Dike Trail, Burlington also offers a designated river access point. Details about the ramp and its availability help distinguish this spot from the trails described above.

Walking Trails and Disc Golf

Skagit River Park has walking trails and a disc golf course, as well as river access. Several interests therefore come together at one named location: walking, disc golf, and river access. If you’re looking for a mix of activities rather than a single trail with a specific length, this combination is a useful point of reference.

Whitmarsh Disc Golf Course is an 18-hole disc golf course on the Skagit River. The number of holes gives disc golf enthusiasts a specific detail to consider. At Skagit River Park, by contrast, the focus is on the combination of walking trails and river access. You can distinguish between these options based on what matters most to you when planning your visit.

Berry Dairy Days and Public Art

Berry Dairy Days takes place every summer in June in Burlington. The festival includes a Grand Parade through the historic downtown. Fresh berries and classic strawberry shortcake are also Berry Dairy Days traditions. As the annual program and specific offerings may vary, check the dates and schedule for the year of your planned visit.

The public Burlington Artwalk features artworks, murals, and sculptures throughout the city. Unlike the festival, which takes place in June, the Artwalk focuses on public art in different forms and locations across the city. If art is an important part of your travel plans, the Artwalk offers a different focus from a visit centered around Berry Dairy Days.

Choosing Burlington Based on Your Travel Plans

When planning your hotel stay, you can start by deciding between a date-specific event and interests in trails, the river, or art. A visit to Berry Dairy Days points to June and that year’s program. For other interests, consider the specific differences between river views, the approximate round-trip trail distance, the offerings at Skagit River Park, and the citywide Artwalk.

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