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1. Where is your office located?

Mount Vernon Parks & Recreation Department administration office is located in Hillcrest Park at 1717 South 13th Street. Our office hours are Monday - Friday 8am to 5pm. We are closed Saturdays, Sundays, and all major holidays. We can be reached at (360) 336-6215 or via email at mvparks@mountvernonwa.gov.

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2. What are your office hours?

Our office hours are Monday - Friday 8am to 5:00pm. We are closed Saturdays, Sundays, and all major holidays. We can be reached at (360) 336-6215 or via email at mvparks@mountvernonwa.gov.

3. Do you accept credit cards and/or debit cards?

The Parks & Recreation Department accepts credit and debit cards with a VISA or MasterCard logo. No other credit or debit cards can be accepted through our Department. Debit cards can be used as debit in our office, however, if a debit card is used over the phone it will be charged as a credit card.

4. Where can I find a list of the programs that are offered through Mount Vernon Parks & Recreation?

The Skagit Valley Recreation and Activity guide is produced 3 times each year; Spring, Summer and Fall/Winter. The Recreation and Activity guide is a comprehensive listing of community wide programs and events offered through a number of organizations throughout Skagit County, and often times beyond. Mount Vernon Parks & Recreation lists a number of program and event opportunities in each publication. If you are looking for something specific or need help locating an appropriate program, please call our office at (360) 336-6215. Mount Vernon Parks & Recreation invites individuals with special needs to participate in our programs. Please call in advance if accommodations are necessary for successful participation.

Skagit Valley Recreation & Activity Guide

5. How do I register for a program that is offered through Mount Vernon Parks & Recreation?

Unless otherwise posted, all recreation programs through Mount Vernon Parks & Recreation do require preregistration. Most programs do require a minimum number of participants. If a program does not receive the required minimum number of participants, the program may be rescheduled or canceled. In order to register for a program, a program registration form must be completed and signed either by a legal guardian or program participant if over 18 years of age. The registration fee, if applicable, must be paid in full at time of registration. Payment can be made in our office at Hillcrest Park (1717 South 13th Street) or over the phone (360) 336-6215, with a VISA or MasterCard.

6. Do you have rental facilities available for meetings, parties or weddings?

-Hillcrest Park (1717 South 13th Street) hosts 2 large outdoor rental facilities; the Gazebo and Daylight Kitchen, 2 small outdoor rental facilities; the North View Shelter and the South Side Shelter and the Hillcrest Lodge, a large indoor facility.

-Bakerview Park (3101 East Fir Street) is home to the Vaux Retreat Center, a smaller indoor facility.

-Indoor rental facilities are available for rent year round.
-Outdoor facilities are available for rent April 1st to September 30th of each year.
-Reservations are made on a first come, first served basis.
-Rental fees must be paid in full at time of reservation.

To check availability of any of the above mentioned facilities, please call our office at (360) 336-6215.

7. Can I reserve the shelter at Kiwanis Park?

The covered area (shelter), as well as, the picnic tables at Kiwanis Park (500 South 18th Street) are available on a first come, first served basis and are not available for rent. Personal reserved signs are not permitted at Kiwanis Park, or any other City facility and will be removed by Park staff. If you are interested in reserving a facility for an event, Hillcrest Park (1717 South 13th Street) has both indoor and outdoor rental facilities. Bakerview Park (3101 East Fir Street) also has an indoor rental facility.

8. What is the operating schedule for the spray park at Kiwanis Park?

The spray park at Kiwanis Park (500 South 18th Street) operates from 11am to 8pm daily, June 1st to September 30th each year.

9. Who should I call to report vandalism and/or graffiti in a City Park?

If you witness the act or feel there is eminent danger, please contact 911 immediately. If you find a City facility has been vandalized or is currently the sight of graffiti, please contact our office at (360) 336-6215.

10. How do I reserve the Sports Center at Bakerview Park?

The Sports Center at Bakerview Park (3101 East Fir Street) is operated by the YMCA. The Skagit Family YMCA can be reached at (360) 336-9622. YMCA Sports Center

11. Can I bring my dog to a City Park?

Pets are permitted in all City Parks, however, all dogs must remain on leash at all times while inside Mount Vernon City limits. Dogs may be off leash on private property or inside the fenced area of the Dog Park at Bakerview Park (3101 East Fir Street). Baseball fields and other sporting facilities are not considered dog parks and dogs must remain on leash while visiting these areas. For more information regarding the Dog Park or other pet questions, please contact our office at (360) 336-6215.

12. Does Mount Vernon have a dog park?

The City of Mount Vernon does have a 1 acre Dog Park at Bakerview Park (3101 East Fir Street). The Dog Park is open year round and is available to dogs of all breeds, ages, and sizes. Pet owners are responsible for their pet at all times and may not leave their animal unattended at any facility. Pet owners must clean up after their pet during all visits. A doggie fountain is available on site, as well as, a water fountain for human companions.

13. Are there camp sites in any of your parks?

There are no camp sites in any of our City Parks and overnight camping is not authorized. There are, however, several options for overnight accommodations in Mount Vernon. A list of local overnight providers from the local Chamber of Commerce is listed through the link below or by calling the Mount Vernon Chamber of Commerce at (360) 428-8547. Stay in Mount Vernon