Things To Do

On Whidbey & Camano Islands

Challenge yourself or treat yourself with all the things to do on Whidbey and Camano Islands. You can hike, or fish the many beaches, or stroll the many walking-friendly shopping venues featuring a variety of restaurants to please anyone.

Restaurants with Curbside, Delivery, or Drive-Through Options!

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WHIDBEY AND CAMANO ISLANDS
COVID-19 STAGE 2

What's Open? What to Know!

Highlights

An Insider’s Escape to Camano Island

Camano Island is a wonderful escape from urban life, and here's some insider information as to what to do and where to eat when you come visit.

Whidbey Scenic Isle Way

Come "Escape it All" and Explore.

People shopping at an art gallery

Artists flock to Whidbey and Camano Islands for inspiration. You can flock here to enjoy the fruits of their inspiration.

Bowl of mussels on Whidbey Island

Top chefs, pizza on the beach, farmer’s markets, wine tours. Everything a foodie could want… plus dessert!

Parks & Scenery

Deception Pass

Let the scenery give back the part of you the city took away.

Outdoor Adventures

Couple walking their dog on a beach

From kite boarding to a walk on the beach, find your adventure on Whidbey and Camano Islands.

See All Island Activities

Activities

Family digs for clams at Double Bluff Beach

Clamming, Crabbing, Fishing

Cycling

Hiking Trail with directional signs

Hiking

Boat Launches

Hiking Trail with directional signs

Marinas

Man in a kayak

Kayaking

Coronavirus COVID-19 Notice Stay Home - Stay Healthy

Whidbey and Camano Islands are
on Phase 3 of re-opening

UPDATED: August 10, 2020 - 11:59 a.m.

Washington Ferries has announced one-boat service between Clinton and Mukilteo each weekend until further notice. Weekend wait times have, at times, been as long as 3 - 4 hours.

The Coupeville - Pt. Townsend ferry is already at one-boat service 7 days a week until further notice.

Read our ferry travel tips here...

What to Know

Island County is in phase three of the state's "Stay Safe" Plan.
A statewide mandatory facial covering order is currently in effect. This requirement applies to both indoor and outdoor activities taking place in public spaces, with certain exceptions. Businesses must require people to comply with this order.
Hotels, motels, B and B's, and most other lodging are open on Whidbey and Camano Islands.
In phase three, non-essential travel is allowed, and please know that our innkeepers are ready to welcome you. BUT the counties around us are in phase two, which limits travel.
Most of our major summer events, have been cancelled.
Live entertainment is currently banned both indoors and outdoors.
Social gatherings are limited to 10 people. This includes all county facilities, sports fields or properties.
Restaurants are limited to 75% capacity 50% within restaurants, no more than 5 people at a table and indoor dining is limited to members of the same household.
Effective August 6, wedding and funeral receptions will be prohibited, with ceremonies limited to maximum indoor occupancy of 20%, or up to 30 people, whichever is less, as long as social distancing can be observed.
Island Transit has returned to 6-day free service. Bus capacity has been restricted. Learn more at their site, here...
Bars are closed for indoor service
Movie theaters may open at less than 25% capacity
Island County Museum is open.
The Pacific Northwest Naval Air Museum is open.
No indoor family entertainment/recreational centers (mini golf, bowling alleys, arcades, etc.)

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As we receive cancellation notices, we'll post them to our calendar.

Play Outside

State Parks and public lands are open and camping is now allowed.

Island County trails are open.

Permanent restrooms are locked
Trash cans have been removed
Signage will be posted to remind users to practice social distancing.

Boat docks/ramps are also open. Signage will be posted to remind users to practice social distancing.

Some, but not all Island County Parks are open.

Camano Island

Park

Open?

Barnum Point

Yes - Curbed Parking Only

Camano Ballfield and Courts

Field and Courts are open, but playground is closed

English Boom

Yes

Iverson Preserve

Yes

Walt Hutchinson Park

Yes

Tillicum Beach

Yes

Henry Hollow Off-Leash Park

Yes

Four Springs House & Event Center

No

Whidbey Island

Park

Open?

Double Bluff Beach and Off-Leash Area

Yes

Freeland Hall and Playground

No

Marguerite Brons Off-Leash Park

Yes

Moran Beach

Yes

Patmore Pit Off-Leash Park and Ball field

Yes

Rhododendron Park and Campground

No camping, but hiking trails and ballfields are open

The South Whidbey Community Sports Complex is now open.

The three WDFW lake sites, Lone Lake, Goss Lake, and Deer lake, are open. Trails are open now. More information is available here...

Some Oak Harbor City Parks are open and others are closed.

Park	Open/Closed
Skate Park	Open
Neighborhood playgrounds	Open
Ft. Nugent Park Disc Golf Course	Open
Ft. Nugent Park and Windjammer Park playgrounds	Closed
Ft. Nugent Park and Flintstone Park restrooms	Closed
Flintstone Park docks	Closed

The very popular Bluff Trail, Pratt Loop Trail, Kettles Trail, and the Cottage area parking are now open. The Bluff Trail is one-way traffic only. Go counter-clockwise. So, walk up the bluff trail, walk down to the beach, then walk back to the parking lot via the beach. Watch for high tides.

Restaurants are now allowed to open at a reduced capacity and will likely ask you to wear a mask except while seated. Restaurants are also likely open on a reduced schedule.

Dine-in, take-out, delivery and drive-thru food and beverage services are still available. We suggest that you check in advance with your favorite restaurant and make reservations when possible.

We have a detailed directory of restaurants offering take out, drive-through or delivery here...

Grocery stores and pharmacies have been open at close to regular hours throughout the emergency.

We know that visitors and residents have questions, so here are some important links:

Island County Public Health Covid-19 Guidance, click here...
Washington State Ferry Alerts, click here...
Washington State Parks, click here...