Bow, Edison & Chuckanut
Delight in the handcrafted treasures

​Tucked up against the slopes of Blanchard Mountain and surrounded by the ocean and farmland, Bow, Edison and Chuckanut Drive attract those who are looking for the best of fresh farm-to-fork fare.

Established in 1869, Edison was formerly a hub for a thriving logging and agriculture industry. While vestiges still remain, residents and visitors flock to the area for its eclectic shops, galleries and eateries.
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Several talented people have called the area home, including journalist Edward R. Murrow. Bow and Edison are well known for their just-picked produce and artisan created foodstuffs, so much so that locals have created a food trail map for newcomers, which is available for pick up at Bow Hill Blueberries or Breadfarm. The combination of artisan cheese makers, small cafes and other local restaurants, such as Farm to Market Bakery, make Bow and Edison a memorable destination.

Located along Chuckanut Drive, the Chuckanut Bay Gallery features delicate etched glass, glazed pottery and other handcrafted artwork. In Edison, the Smith & Vallee Gallery showcases work on a rotating basis inside a turn-of-the-century schoolhouse. This summer, the gallery will feature artists Patty Haller, Brian O’Neill and Marceil DeLacy.

Coming from the north, make certain to take the Chuckanut Drive scenic byway. This curvy 21-mile road hugging the cliffs overlooking Bellingham Bay and the San Juan islands is a favorite of motorcyclists, bicyclists and top-down sports cars on sunny days. Pull over at one of the overlooks for a breathtaking view.
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There are a number of popular trailheads along the Chuckanut Drive, including Oyster Dome, which is a popular hiking trail that climbs more than 2,000 feet to a magnificent vista. Several other hiking trails begin at Larrabee State Park, a bit closer to Fairhaven.
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Hikers who have worked up a mighty appetite or drivers who are looking to dine with waterfront views can eat at The Oyster Bar, which serves fresh oysters or Taylor Shellfish Farms, which sells fresh oysters, clams, geoduck, mussels and crab from the source – both are located on the drive.

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