Springtime is tulip time

In springtime literally hundreds and thousands of people come to the Skagit Valley to visit the most amazing and colorful tulip fields. The Skagit Valley Tulip Festival was officially inaugurated in 1984, but it was first only sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce. It was such a big hit that the festival became it's own event.

Blooming dates are according to what mother nature has in store, but typically the whole month of April is set for the festivities, come rain or shine. The tulip fields and all the festivities are a must see if traveling to the Pacific Northwest. You can catch glimpses of the beautiful fields when driving between the towns of LaConner and Mt. Vernon Washington. The fields are easily accessible from Hiway 20 towards LaConner and some are even visible from the highway, they are truly a sight for soar eyes. This has to be the most awesome exhibit of nature that you can experience. I've lived in Washington state for over 26 years and I have tried to attend each year, but honestly each time I go they are even more beautiful than my previous visits, with more activities added to the festival as well. The only thing left to do is take the helicopter ride around the tulip fields, what a kick that would be. So follow me, and lets take a quick tour of some of natures colorful masterpieces shall we!