Parks Department

This Department accounts for the activities of the Park maintenance program. The City disbanded its Parks Department in 2002 and now provides park maintenance under the supervision of the Public Works Department and is responsible for the development and maintenance of approximately 49 acres of developed city parks, 55 acres of undeveloped/underdeveloped park properties, and approximately 8 acres of dedicated open spaces as well as the City Library and variety of other areas.

Hours of Availability:

Monday through Friday
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Address:

P.O. Box 936
2095 Main Street
Ferndale, WA 98248

Phone:

(360) 384-4302

Fax: 

(360) 384-1163

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The Centennial Riverwalk Totems

 

The new Centennial Riverwalk is a celebration of Ferndale's history and heritage and includes three beautiful totems, created by the House of Tears Carvers, under the direction of Master Carver, Jewell James.  They tell the story of Ferndale before it was known as Ferndale, but as the "Jam District" because of the large logjam across the Nooksack River, as well as the traditional Story of Conservation of the Salmon and how the salmon came to the Indian people. 

 

Jewell James has written the Three Ferndale River Story Totem Poles to describe the totems and their historical and cultural significance.  The Story of Conservation of the Salmon is also explained through the story of Salmon Woman and Her Children and Bear and the Steelhead, also written by James.

So as you enjoy the new Centennial Riverwalk, please take a moment and pause to consider the wonderful totems that provide a reminder of our city's rich history.

 

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Ferndale Farmers' Market

Ferndale Farmers' Market is a small, informal market run by farmers and held at the new Riverwalk Park on the Nooksack River in downtown Ferndale.  The market is open on Saturdays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm and runs until October 25th.  The market caters to the unique Ferndale perspective - there are no stall fees nor pricing restrictions.  Anyone with locally-grown produce or crafts is encouraged to participate.  If you are interested in being a vendor, please email ffmjury@yahoo.com or call Andrea Traner at (360) 319-5995.

To watch Mayor Gary Jensen roll a turnip to commemorate the opening of the Farmers' Market, click here.

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Ferndale adopts Park Plan update

 On July 21, the City Council adopted the Ferndale Parks, Recreation and Trails Master Plan 2008 Update, associated fee ordinance and maps.  

The Master Plan

Map of Ferndale Neighborhood Parks

Map of Ferndale Community Parks

Map of Ferndale Trail Corridors

Map of Ferndale Regional Parks

Map of all Ferndale Recreational Areas (not included in the ordinance)

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