The historic Coupeville Wharf is the last of many wharves in Penn Cove. It offers shopping, a cafe, and a great view of the cove.
Maritime History
The region’s maritime history stretches from when the waterways were the highways to today’s ships that move people, cars, and commerce.
Admiralty Head Lighthouse
Built in 1903, the Admiralty Head Lighthouse is the second of two lighthouses built in the area and was operated for only about 20 years.
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.
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.
Center for Wooden Boats at Cama Beach
The center is your chance to learn about small boats and even rent one for a few hours or the day.
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.
Stanwood Area Historical Museum
The museum and related buildings offer a look back at the lives of people living here in the late 1800s and early 1900s.
Utsalady Ladies Aid
Camano’s pioneer women formed this civic group in 1908 to improve the quality of life here. The building was built in 1924.
NASWI & Pacific Northwest Naval Air Museum
NAS Whidbey Island began in 1941, and the Naval Air Museum details the history of the men, women, and aircraft that have served there.