Aquariums
Breazeale Interpretive Center and Aquarium
📍 10441 Bayview Edison Rd, Mount Vernon, WA 98273🌐 ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/shoreline-coastal-management/padilla-bay-reserve
🕐 Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Breazeale Interpretive Center and Aquarium
Breazeale Interpretive Center and Aquarium is an aquarium in Mount Vernon, WA. Free admission with direct access to intertidal mud flats and beach for hands-on exploration of marine ecosystems. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 93 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Aquarium
- Location
- Padilla Bay Reserve, 15 minutes west of I-5 in Skagit County, Washington
- Admission
- Free
- Highlights
- Marine life aquarium, 8,000+ acre eelgrass meadow, eagle and heron viewing
- Best For
- All ages
💡 Did You Know?
- Free admission with direct access to intertidal mud flats and beach for hands-on exploration of marine ecosystems
- Touch tanks featuring wolf eels and other interactive marine life exhibits, highly praised by visitors across 93 reviews
- Located within Padilla Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve, offering integrated access to a protected research area for environmental education
- Offers year-round wildlife viewing opportunities for eagles, herons, and ducks from nearby trails and overlook sites, including seasonal migration viewing
💬 What Visitors Say
- Bring a change of clothes and shoes if visiting with kids, as beach access and intertidal mud flat exploration are major interactive features that encourage hands-on exploration
- Combine your visit with the adjacent trail system and overlook site to maximize your experience—you can see eagles, herons, ducks, and other birds year-round or during migration seasons without additional cost
- This is completely free to visit, making it an excellent value for families. Many visitors choose to make a donation to support the center
- The touch tanks are a major highlight and consistently mentioned by visitors as a favorite feature—plan to spend quality time here as it's the interactive centerpiece of the indoor exhibits
- Visit during nice weather to fully enjoy the combination of indoor exhibits (touch tanks, informational displays) and outdoor experiences (beach access, trails, wildlife viewing)
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