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Jetty Island Everett

Jetty Island is a jewel to all who visit its sandy beaches, a rarity in the Pacific Northwest. Visitors often speak of Jetty Island’s untouched natural beauty. With no electricity or plumbing, the only structure on the island is the seasonal floating restroom off its shores. The sandy beaches and shallow waters make the water warm enough for any swimmer to enjoy. Set up your beach towels, bring your bucket and shovel to play in the sand, and be prepared for the perfect day at the beach.

Celebrate Jetty Island Days from July to September every year.
Ferry rides to the island are free and leave from the 10th Street Boat Launch between 10 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday, and between 11 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Sundays.

Kite Surfing off Jetty Island The extreme sport kiteboarding is growing in popularity and many athletes travel from outside the area to kiteboard at Jetty Island.

The island is as educationally important as it is for summer recreation, serving as the perfect teaching tool regarding the importance of wildlife preservation and the nearby estuary. There are several educational walks and tours offered to learn about the local ecosystem. Many visitors come to observe the wide variety of bird species that have made Jetty Island their home. In 2006, more than 50,000 people visited Jetty Island!

From South I-5 to Jetty Island

Take Pacific Ave./WA-529, Exit #193 toward City Center
Turn left onto Pacific Ave. Continue to follow Pacific Ave.
Turn right onto W Marine View Dr.
Turn left onto 10th St.
The Jetty Island Ferry is located in Marine Park

From North I-5 to Jetty Island

Merge onto WA-529 S., Exit #198 toward N Broadway/Port of Everett
Turn slight right onto ramp
Keep right at fork in the ramp
Keep left at the fork to go on E Marine View Dr./WA-529 S
Turn right onto 10th St.
The Jetty Island Ferry is located in Marine Park