Darrington, Washington
The Ideal Location for Enjoying the Outdoors
Population: 1,347 – Snohomish County
If you’re into outdoor recreation, Darrington is the place to be. Located near the beautiful mountains of the North Cascades, it’s an ideal location for hunting, fishing, rafting, and hiking.
Hampton is the largest employer in Darrington, which means chances are good you may bump into co-workers having coffee in town.
Facts:
- Bob Barker, game-show host of the The Price Is Right was born in Darrington.
- Darrington would have been called Barrington had the post office not made a clerical error turning the B into a D.
Check out:
- The Darrington Bluegrass Festival, one of the largest in the Pacific Northwest is held each July.