What Makes Sedro-Woolley Unique? City of Sedro-Woolley The City of Sedro-Woolley is nestled between the scenic Cascade Loop drive to the east and Puget Sounds’ San Juan Islands to the west. The Cascade Loop is over 400 miles long and has applied for National Scenic Byway status, which would affect national and international marketing opportunities. Located on the banks of the beautiful Skagit River in the Skagit Valley, Sedro-Woolley is the gateway to the North Cascades recreation area that attracts 750,000 visitors every year. It is conveniently situated just minutes from Interstate-5 on Highway 20, midway between Vancouver, Canada and Seattle, Washington. Sedro-Woolly offers a high quality of life with a small-town atmosphere. Year-round destination events are hosted in the city’s charming, historic downtown, the Sedro-Woolley Rodeo Grounds and at Riverfront Park; bringing the community together. The city is continuing its evolution from timber to tech, which has brought a younger, more modern feel to the downtown scene. A brand-new library is scheduled to open in Summer 2020. Sedro-Woolley has much lower housing and land costs compared to surrounding areas. The city is rapidly expanding its affordable housing options with construction of about 300 homes – a mix of condos and single-family units – with 200 more in the planning phases. Many residents enjoy the easy access to beautiful parks, fishing, skiing, the an Juan Islands and over 100 miles of trails. The city’s well-rated school district has built a reputation for strong public-private partnerships that serve the community and local businesses. It’s all happening in Sedro-Woolley; come visit and stay! Skagit Tribe The 84-acre Upper Skagit Reservation, which sits east of Sedro-Woolley, is home to a tribe with 504 enrolled members; descendants of a tribe that once inhabited 10 villages on the Upper Skagit and Sauk Rivers. The Skagit Tribe opened its popular $28 million Skagit Valley Casino Resort on a 15-acre site off of the Bow Exit on Interstate-5 in 1995. The $11 million, 103 – room hotel and conference center was opened in 2001. 5984 Darrk Lane, Bow www.theskagit.com (360) 854-7090
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