Whidbey and Camano Islands

Whidbey and Camano Islands are located in the middle of Puget Sound and an easy drive from Seattle. Arrive via Deception Pass Bridge, which offers a simply unforgettable view, or aboard a Washington State ferry; both calmly welcome you to “island time.”

Located entirely on a single island and a mere hour from downtown Seattle, this byway is as accessible as it is leisurely - twenty minutes of the journey includes a relaxing Washington State ferry ride. The transformation from mainland to island is not just physical, it is also psychological. The pace of life slows, traffic jams are non-existent and tension vanishes.

These rural islands are a great antidote for big city pressures. Come to the islands for wide-open beaches, scenic vistas, outdoor adventures, great art, fine dining, and more. Stay overnight in cozy hotels, motels, and bed & breakfasts, and greet a new day rested and restored. You’ll find art studios and galleries tucked in among small boutiques, coffee shops, wineries and microbreweries. Take a walk on a sandy beach or watch whales from the shore. The salt air, friendly people and local fare allow you to renew yourself for whatever life tosses your way next.

Photos via Whidbey and Camano Island Tourism