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What to do and see in Anacortes, Washington (WA): The Best Nature & Parks
Anacortes /ˌænəˈkɔːrtəs/ is a city in Skagit County, Washington, United States. The name "Anacortes" is an adaptation of the name of Anne Curtis Bowman, who was the wife of early Fidalgo Island settler Amos Bowman. Anacortes' population was 15,778 at the time of the 2010 census. It is one of two principal cities of and included in the Mount Vernon-Anacortes Metropolitan Statistical Area.
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1. Guemes Mountain Trail
2. Sharpe Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By pwasson3 - Anacortes, United States
Past few years Wa Trails Association and well as other volunteers have upgraded the trails to make a fabulous trail system that is very user friendly with lots of signs pointing the way. The trail heads west from the parking lot and then turns either south or eventually north to make a 'T' along the ocean bluff. The south branch goes to Sares Head, a huge bluff that looks west to the Olympic mts on the Olympic Peninsula or west to the San Juan Islands. It takes 15 min or so to walk to the bluff from the parking lot on Rosario Rd. If you walk to the south end of the bluff you can see Deception Pass and Whidbey Island. The view is always different with the changing weather, clouds, wind and a wonderful place for watching the sunsets all year round!
3. Predators of the Heart
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By Mqberry
Everything about this place is wonderful. Each staff person is knowledgeable and they truly put the care of the animals first. And we had an amazing experience and interaction with wildlife! I got kisses from two different wolves! One did grab the back of my jacket to play. He easily could have pulled me down. We were warned about this and I was ready even though it still scared me. Completely loved every moment and would do it again!!! And bring family and friends.
4. Mt Erie Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 244 reviews
Reviewed By emitzy7 - Arlington, United States
You need to drive up to the highest point on Fidalgo Island. You drive up the winding road through the wilderness with many trails to the top of Mt Erie where you come to the out look to see the San Juan Islands. Beautiful!!
5. Cap Sante Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 215 reviews
Reviewed By gordonlR6210JQ
We’ve been coming to Anacortes for years to get to our boat. It wasn’t until a recent crummy weather weekend that we started poking around Anacortes beyond Commercial Street and the old downtown. Wow! A few nice but short trails and incredible views. The very tip top is rocky and during our last visit some model R/C monster truck folks were putting their vehicles thru their paces. What fun! Weather permitting you can see Mt Baker, the San Juan’s, etc. The views are just outstanding. A great place to chill (sometimes literally) and unwind.
6. Washington Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 532 reviews
Reviewed By nicoleaJ5941KU - Anacortes, United States
Love this park and what it offers. There is a play ground, beach, day use pavilions, restrooms, boat launch, tow vehicle with boat trailer parking, campground and a loop that offers lots of options for hiking, biking and walking. The restrooms aren't top of the line facilities but they are good enough for me and keeps me coming back. We come out as much as we can to walk around the loop or access the beaches that are available in the loop. We're hoping to get out there more for camping.
7. John Storvik Playground
8. Cranberry Lake
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By Geekette92064 - Poway, United States
Visited this lake looking for photo spots and was not disappointed. Great reflections, lots of beautiful trails and breathtaking views.
9. Tommy Thompson Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 94 reviews
Reviewed By jamesbU9220BG - Fidalgo Island, United States
We have been in Anacortes for 3 weeks and have been on the trail a number of times, walking, and once biking. The trail is well maintained, has clean public restrooms, and winds its way along bays, through boat yards, and past businesses. There are plenty of access points with parking. Love, Love, Love it!
10. Rosario Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 75 reviews
Reviewed By mackulla - Oak Harbor, United States
Visited this location several times in the last few months and many times over the years and never a waste of time. In my July '17 visits was for picture taking on Rosario Head and to evaluate the hiking path for my wife. For the most part, this is a great place to hike and the challenge is minimal, some up and down hills and uneven areas. Once there the view of Whidbey Island, the Olympics and the San Juan Islands is outstanding. Not on these trips, but I have viewed and photographed Orcas from this viewpoint. This is a full feature State Parke and requires a fee, $10 or a year $30 discover pass, recommended, or a handicapped placard is free. The beach is great along with the picnic facilities and the restrooms.
