Northern State Ghost Town
Hike on the grounds of the abandoned Northern State Mental Hospital near Sedro-Woolley and just north of the Skagit River.
on the trail
Now part of Skagit County's Northern State Recreation Area, this site was once home to the small, self-sufficient town that served as a facility for the mentally ill of Washington State. It was opened in 1912 and eased the burden on the overcrowding at Western State Hospital.
The grounds have a trail system that take you through pastures and tree-lined paths, and past the buildings that remain including barns, a miking shed, and cannery. A few of the buildings are still actively used and are off-limits to the public. You can also visit the cemetery where 1,500 are estimated to be buried.
- Suitable Activities: Day Hiking, Urban Walking
- Seasons: Year-round
- Weather: View weather forecast
- Difficulty: Easy
- Length: 5.0 None
- Elevation Gain: 50 ft
- 200 ft
- Land Manager: Skagit County Parks & Recreation
- Parking Permit Required: None
- Recommended Party Size: 12
- Maximum Party Size: 30
- Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 30
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