Louis C.
5/30/2025
Fun trail and open areas with abandoned buildings. Just make sure to follow the signs all the way to the Swift Center to see the mental hospital's primary grounds.
Northern State Recreation Area
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25588 Helmick Rd
Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284
The Northern State Recreation Area (NSRA) is a regional recreational facility located in Sedro-Woolley, Washington, developed on a 726-acre portion of the former Northern State Hospital site. Nestled in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains, the area offers a variety of outdoor activities and amenities for the citizens of Skagit County and beyond.
Established in the late 1990s through community efforts and county support, NSRA features historical remnants of its agricultural past, including abandoned dairy barns built in 1921. The park is designed for public enjoyment, emphasizing environmental stewardship and responsible recreation practices.
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Alden C.
9/29/2024
I went here with a group of people from a social group I am in and really enjoyed it a lot! It's the grounds where the defunct Nortgern State Hospital was. We went by soke run down buildings, one...
Robert C.
8/3/2024
This amazing very scenic trail was once an insane asylum. 1914 and 1972 this place has a rich history and once abandoned has now been converted into an amazing outdoor park. This park includes...
Derrick G.
8/5/2023
This is a great stopping point before you reach the northern cascades/mountains. This area has a great trail, and clean restrooms. This stop is approximately one hour before you reach the mountains.
Hannah S.
12/29/2021
What a fascinating network of trails that take you through some Washington history!! This 700+ acre rec area used to serve as the grounds for the largest mental institution in Washington state...
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