Operated by the City of Mount Vernon Parks & Recreation department, Hillcrest Park sits on a hillside just above I-5, but it seems a long way away. There are deep forested areas with huge trees, open group picnic areas, tennis courts, and a soccer field. Hillcrest Park Lodge is a rustic building with a large open area with hardwood floors, an enormous fireplace, rustic open-beam construction, and a full modern kitchen. It's great for weddings, dances, and other large gatherings. I'm not sure how many people it holds but it's quite a few. Just off the lodge is a small beautiful Japanese garden which is also popular for weddings.
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