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Blaine Washington Tourism |
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Blaine is an international city, snuggled up against the U.S./Canadian border. It is the busiest crossing point between British Columbia, Canada and the State of Washington.Because Interstate 5 and the Burlington Northern Railway intersect the border at Blaine, much of the trade between the western portion of Canada and the western most United States passes through this town. The historic foot passenger motor vessel Plover operates on summer weekends free of charge from Blaine Harbor to the Semiahmoo Spit. Blaine consists of 3.3 square miles of land situated along the Drayton Harbor. Drayton Harbor is the dominant feature of the town, providing 8.7 miles of shoreline within the city limits and protecting the anchorage from occasional storms sweeping the Sound. From Blaine, the harbor sweeps around in an almost full circle to Semiahmoo Spit which features miles of clam and fishing beaches, wind swept walks, and acts as a backdrop for spectacular sunsets over the San Juan and Gulf Islands which are visible from much of the town. Recreation is abundant in and close to Blaine. The Peace Arch Park is a special place to visit. The Peace Arch itself spans the border and is a monument to nearly two centuries of peace between the two countries. Blaine Marine Park is special as you enter through the four, life sized Orca killer whales which have been sculptured for the entrance to the park. Resort Semiahmoo is a world class resort centered on a championship golf course designed by Arnold Palmer. At Semiahmoo Park you will find a small museum. Blaine has a range of restaurants, galleries, shops and opportunities for night life. |
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