Original ideas for gifts on Chuckanut Drive

5 original ideas for gifts on chuckanut drive

Looking for interesting things to do on Chuckanut Drive in May before dinner at The Oyster Bar? Enjoy new aesthetic experiences in the best gift shops. Each of them exists at the intersection of local art and tradition and offers multiple ideas to make your visit to Chuckanut Drive memorable. Stylish accessories, MoNA store MoNA … Read more

5 Selfies Spots on Chuckanut Drive

5 spots for selfies on chuckanut drive

With its stunning seascapes, Washington State’s scenic byway is a nature photographer’s dream. Splendid water, woodland, and mountain views around encourage to experience Chuckanut Drive rather than drive it. Explore the five most splendid panoramas popular both with locals and tourists! Over 20 beautiful stops on a map The 20-mile scenic roadway is a safe … Read more

Top Washington State Coastal Towns To Visit

When you come out to Washington State, you need to check out some of the best coastal towns around. With so many possibilities, it may be hard to choose. But, you can trust that this list has you covered for a drive north and south on the coast of Washington. Bow, WA Not only is … Read more

5 Best Things To Know About Hiking In The Larrabee State Park Area

Just northwest of The Oyster Bar south of Bellingham, Washington is Larrabee State Park. It truly is one of the most beautiful state parks in the Pacific Northwest. Below are the five best trails to know about when hiking in and around Larrabee State Park. #1 – Fragrance Lake Trail The Fragrance Lake Trail is … Read more

5 best local activities before dinner at the Oyster Bar

Go local with our tips for interesting things to do on Chuckanut Drive in spring. Get finger puppets on South Fork Farms South Fork Farms in Mount Vernon attracts visitors with different activities related to interacting with alpacas. Looking for original souvenirs from one of the memorable stops on Chuckanut Drive? Buy miniature finger puppets … Read more

Short History of The Oyster Bar

Oyster Bar

The Journey of what is now known as The Oyster Bar restaurant began long before 1921 on Samish Bay. It started as a company called Pearl Oyster Company. The owners of Pearl company brought in and planted eastern oysters, selling them fresh in the shell. Later, Pearl company was sold to E. N. Steele and … Read more

The 125-year history of Bow, WA in its roads

Driving down Chuckanut

2021 marks the 2 important dates: the 125th birthday of the oldest artifact of Bow – a steam locomotive – and the 105th anniversary of the opening of Chuckanut Drive. Explore exciting facts about the milestones of our community! The railroad impact in Bow The second part of the 19th century featured the advent of … Read more

Best Local Seafood Restaurants

We know that you have many seafood restaurant choices in and around the Northwest corner of Washington. Our *unbiased* opinion is that we love The Oyster Bar above all, but in all fairness, it is important to highlight other restaurants in the area. Here are two other local options: Chuckanut Manor Seafood & Grill (currently … Read more

Feel Like Taking A Drive? Stop By The Oyster Bar!

If a drive through the Chuckanut Scenic Byway clears your mind, just think of how you will feel perched above Samish Bay sipping a glass of our Woodward Canyon 2016 Nelms Road Cabernet Sauvignon or savoring our fresh Northwest oysters. Situated in the Chuckanut Mountains, The Oyster Bar offers a seasonally-inspired menu along with expansive views … Read more

Learn How To Identify San Juan Islands

Our locally-sourced menu isn’t the only thing that separates our restaurant from the rest. Visitors also stop by year-round to take in stunning views of Samish Bay and the San Juan Islands. More than 170 islands varying in size and population comprise the San Juan Islands. Some islands are popular tourist and retiree attractions, while … Read more