The town of Ferndale is found in the northwest corner of Washington State. Located just an hours drive from Seattle, the main attraction here is largely the surrounding area, with Mount Baker, the San Juan Islands, and numerous other natural attractions within only a short drive of the town. In Ferndale itself visitors may also be interested in the Pioneer Park, to gain a historical perspective of the area.
The Hovander Homestead Park in Ferndale is a historical complex listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The main house was built near the turn of the 20th Century and the huge barn was completed a few years later. The Hovander Homestead Park belonged to the Hovander family who came over from Sweden and was occupied by them unti the late 1960s.
Hours:
8am-Sunset
Tips: The Hovander House is open to the public from Memorial Day to Labor Day - Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 12:30 to 4:30pm.
The Pioneer Park in Ferndale contains a collection of log pioneer buildings. They are original building that were moved to the current location for the purpose of preservation. The Church in Pioneer Park is the oldest building. The park is open during the summer months and occassionally hosts special public events.
The Tennant Lake Natural History Interpretive Center features natural history displays related to the area. The Tennant Lake area includes the lake and surrounding wetlands which provide a natural habitat birds and wildlife. A boardwalk allows for close up views of the wetlands.
Tips: The grounds are open daily from dawn until dusk.
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