Sunshiny days are ahead in the PNW, bringing with them the promise of blossoming flowers, baby animals, and lots of outdoor adventures for the family. Brimming with local farms, our region has the perfect animal adventure for all members of your crew. Cuddle a bunny, feed a goat, or visit a kangaroo or alpaca. Everyone is sure to find their perfect animal adventure on an outing in Snohomish County.
Flower World
9322 196th Street SE, Snohomish
360.668.9575
Monday-Saturday: 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Known for being a must-stop in the spring for Snohomish gardeners, Flower World in Maltby is also a wonderful outing for the animal-lovers in your crew. Parklike surroundings are filled with plants, trees, and shrubs of every gardener’s delight. Walking paths lead wanderers around a fountain and ponds containing ducks and geese. Adjacent is the Produce Market, where kids can pet goats, marvel at a peacock, and visit sheep or alpacas.
While there, stock up on rainbow eggs from the free-roaming flock on the premises or pick up freezer jam for breakfast. Don’t leave without picking up a bottle of wine made from local fruit. Before heading home, take the three-minute drive down the road to enjoy a giant cinnamon roll and steaming cup of coffee at the charming Maltby Café.
Forest Park Animal Farm
802 East Mukilteo Boulevard, Everett
425.257.8300
Open daily: dawn-dusk
Animal Farm open daily from June-August: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
A trip to Forest Park in Everett, anytime of the year, is a treat. As Everett’s oldest and largest park, Forest Park boasts 197 acres of hiking trails, pickleball and tennis courts, basketball courts, picnic shelters and more to keep the troops entertained year-round. But with the sunshine comes even more adventures. Pet a baby chick or bunny. Enjoy a visit with a sheep, pigs or goats.
For a small fee, kids can hop on a pony and enjoy a ride. When the weather warms, wrap up the day by cooling off in the splash pad and enjoying a cool treat from the ice cream truck. With so many activities to choose from, Forest Park in Everett is perfect for family fun, from teen to toddler years.
The Outback Kangaroo Farm
10030 State Route 530 NE, Arlington
360.403.7474
Open from March-October
Thursday-Sunday, guided tours only: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
For a truly unique experience, head out to The Outback Kangaroo Farm in Arlington. During your 45-minute tour, your expert guide will lead you through the wonders of animal life across the globe. From tortoises and donkeys to parrots and emus, the Outback Kangaroo Farm has so much to see.
Kangaroos are the stars of the show and a tour at the farm offers visitors plenty of time to get up close to these amazing creatures. Perfect for a family outing, birthday party, or one-of-a-kind team-building experience, The Outback Kangaroo Farm is not to be missed.
Swans Trail Farms
7301 Rivershore Road, Snohomish
425.330.3084
Festival open select dates in June: 9 a.m.- 6 p.m.
A gem located in the heart of the Snohomish Valley, Swans Trail Farms is a beloved destination for family farm experiences. While fall brings hayrides and pumpkin picking, spring is a special time to visit the farm. The Baby Animals and Berry Festival is the perfect time to see the farm come alive. Pet a baby bunny, hold a puppy, watch the baby chicks play, visit the goats, pigs, donkeys and more. With so much adorableness to enjoy, make sure you recharge with handmade strawberry shortcake and quench your thirst with strawberry lemonade.
End your day enjoying a hayride or a brief stroll to the U-pick strawberry patch and take some fresh berries home for the family. Little ones in your crew will enjoy the giant slide, games, and jump pad. This beloved location will have everyone in your crew coming back throughout the farming season.
Luckies Farms
930 Sunnyside Boulevard, Lake Stevens
425.470.3422
Open by pre-booked tour only: book online
Luckie Farms, located in Lake Stevens, is perfect for the farmer who would like to skip the chores and enjoy the farming life in a snapshot. Featuring two unique tours, The Interactive Farm Experience and the highly unique Highland Cow Snuggle Experience, Luckie Farms offers guests the opportunity to jump into farming life for the afternoon. During the hour-long Interactive Farm Experience, guests can enjoy baby calves, horses, donkeys, reindeer and more with an option of adding a 20-minute calf cuddle session to round off the day.
Or choose the unique experience of snuggling with a Scottish Highland cow calf in a covered barn, perfect for a rainy day or if the weather takes a turn during your farming adventure. Don’t forget to charge your phone, as you will want to capture memories of this special experience.
Spring means sunshine and reconnecting with the outdoors. Gather your animal-loving crew, rainboots, and camera and head out for a fun-filled outing or two in beautiful Snohomish County.
