Shelton, Washington
Attractions

Numerous attractions await you in Shelton. Stroll through the art galleries, visit the farmer's market, learn the local history at the museum or take in the scenic beauty in one of the parks. For your enjoyment, view wildlife or have a picnic at Jarrell Cove, Potlatch, Schafer or Twanoh State Parks. Get back to nature by spending time at the Olympic National Forest or the Olympic National Park. Read this page for more details on what to see and do in Shelton.

Art and Art Galleries

ArtTalks. 122 S. 3rd Street, Shelton, WA 98584. Phone: 360-432-1101.

Painted Bird Pottery & Design. 1520 S. 2nd Street, Shelton, WA 98584. Phone: 360-427-6062 or 360-539-1158. E-mail

Christmas Tree Farm

Brewer Christmas Trees. 2382 W. Deegan Road W, Shelton, WA 98584. Phone: 360-426-4936; Cell: 360-701-1102. E-mail

Farmers Market

Shelton Farmers Market. PO Box 1061, Shelton, WA 98584.

Located between Cedar and Franklin on 3rd street, every Saturday May through September.

Gardens and Parks

Kneeland Park. 100 Turner Avenue, Shelton, WA 98584.

Kneeland Park features a wooden play structure, green grass and restrooms. Popular for picnicking this park is conveniently located in Shelton's downtown area.

Overlook Park. 1200 Olympic Highway, Shelton, WA 98584.

Overlook Park features a historic marker overlooking downtown and the mills.

Walker Park. 2400 SE Walker Park Road, Shelton, WA 98584.

Walker Park is a great location for picnics, weddings, reunions and other special occasions and offers a covered shelter, barbeque grills, picnic area, children's play area and restrooms. There is a trail to the beach which is part of the Cascadia Marine Park. Open March through October.

Movie Theaters

Shelton Cinemas. 517 W. Franklin Street, Shelton, WA 98584. Phone: 360-426-1000.

Skyline Drive-In Theater. 182 SE Brewer Road, Shelton, WA 98594. Phone: 360-426-4707. E-mail

Museums and Exhibits

Mason County Historical Society Museum. 427 W. Railroad Avenue, Shelton, WA 98584. Phone: 360-426-1020.

National Forest

Olympic National Forest. Ranger Station - 295142 Highway 101 S, Quilcene, WA 98376. Phone: 360-765 2200; TDD: 360-765 2200.

The Olympic National Forest, located on the Olympic Peninsula, consists of five landscapes including temperate rain forest, rugged mountain terrain, lowland lakes, rivers and saltwater beaches.

National Park

Olympic National Park
Olympic National Park is accessed on Highway 119 near Hoodsport and at 3 main points north of Shelton via highway 101. With nearly 100 percent of this park designated for wilderness this park's diverse ecosystems are well protected providing amazing beauty of the old growth forest, streams, mountain lakes, flora and fauna.

Performing Arts

Harstine Island Community Choir. Phone: 360-432-9940. E-mail

State Parks

Jarrell Cove State Park. 391 E. Wingert Road, Shelton, WA 98584. Phone: 360-426-9226; Reservations: 1-888-226-7688.

Enjoy this forested park with a saltwater shoreline that is off the beaten path. Located on the northwest side of Harstine Island in the south Puget Sound, Jarrell Cove is accessed by road and bridge although most arrive by boat. This park manages five satellite parks: Eagle Island, Harstine Island, Hope Island, McMicken Island and Stretch Point.

Potlatch State Park. 21020 Highway 101 N, Shelton, WA 98584. Phone: 360-877-5361; Reservations: 1-888-226-7688.

Located 12 miles north of Shelton on Highway 101, Potlatch offers a saltwater shoreline on Hood Canal and is popular for kayaking, diving, windsurfing and kite flying. Interpretive programs are offered in the summer.

Schafer State Park. 1365 W. Schafer Park Road, Elma, WA 98541. Phone: 360-482-3852; Reservations: 1-888-226-7688.

Located 12 miles north of Elma on the East Fork of the Satsop River and in the middle of Olympia and Ocean Park, Schafer Park is an ideal location for group gatherings. The Satsop River offers swimming and wading opportunities. Buildings in this park are made from the native stone.

Twanoh State Park. 12190 E. State Route 106, Union, WA 98592. Phone: 360-275-2222; Reservations: 1-888-226-7688.

Located 8 miles west of Belfair on the south shore of Hood Canal, Twanoh features one of the warmest saltwater beaches in Washington and is popular for shellfish harvesting.

Weddings, Reunions and Special Occasions

The Pavilion at Sentry Park. 190 W. Sentry Drive, Shelton, WA 98584. Phone: 360-432-1022. E-mail

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