Grazing deer with Fort Casey and a Washington State Ferry in the background.

Triangle of Fire

Fort Casey is one-third of the “Triangle of Fire,” which guarded Puget Sound from invasion. It’s now a state park, conference center, and inn.

Very large barn with the words roller skating on it.

Roller Barn

Built in 1912 and once the largest barn on the West Coast, this building has since 1950 been primarily a roller skating rink, hence its name.

Heron standing on a sign and letting out a screetch.

Birding

Even the most casual nature-lover will have fun spotting the wide variety of birds on Whidbey and Camano Islands. We offer up some prime birding locations.

The Haller House is mostly hidden by trees, and the morning sun can only reach a solitary upper-story window.

Haller House

One of the first homes settlers built on Whidbey Island, the house was largely unchanged for 100 years and is being renovated today.

Close up of a woman's hand holding a paint brush and painting.

Artists

Artists have been drawn to these islands for years, attracted by the inspirational scenery and space to practice their craft.