Antique Shops & Art Galleries
Boating
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Fishing & Crabbing
Kayaking
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Whale Watching
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A Day In Anacortes
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Welcome! Located between Seattle and Vancouver, B.C. on beautiful Fidalgo Island, Anacortes is known as the gateway to the San Juan Islands.  Surrounded by water, but accessible by bridge, Anacortes boasts a host of activities for all tastes and fitness levels.  We are warmer and sunnier than our neighbors so you can make the most out of your day or stay.  Click on one of the activities below to get started planning how you will Coast in and Hang Out. 

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Ocean activities are a great way to experience our natural beauty. Grab a picnic or box lunch from one of our delis or restaurants and head out kayaking, whale watching, fishing, crabbing or charter a sailboat for the day. If forests are your passion there are over 50 miles of hiking and biking trails from the lovely Washington Park to Mount Erie and Heart and Whistle lakes. Wildlife viewing opportunities abound including otters, beavers, deer, herons, owls, woodpeckers, eagles and hawks. If in-town adventures are your speed, our spas, museums, gourmet dining, cozy specialty shops, galleries and antiquing are all found on or close to our main street. If you Coast In Hang Out for the day or cozy up in one of our bed and breakfasts or comfy hotels, you are certain to find Anacortes is the place to experience the charm and beauty of the San Juan Islands for your next getaway.