Location: Anacortes
Top Things to do in Anacortes
The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Anacortes, Washington (WA)
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.
Restaurants in Anacortes
1. Highliner Charters
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 161 reviews
Guided salmon and bottom fishing charter trips in the beautiful San Juan Islands of Washington State. There is no way to describe the excitement of putting folks on their first king salmon, giant lingcod, or huge halibut. The smile is from ear to ear, you can almost see their hearts pounding through their chests, and their hands shake for an hour afterward in response to the adrenaline. The stories get told, and the memories last a life time.
2. Anacortes Kayak Tours
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5.0 based on 707 reviews
Join our professionally guided sea kayaking tours into the San Juan Islands of Washington State. Family owned and operated, our headquarters are in Anacortes (Fidalgo Island) where we depart on day trips and kayak-camping trips into the San Juan Islands. We also offer day tours and overnight camping adventures departing from San Juan Island and Orcas Island. No prior kayaking experience necessary, let our fun and professional trip leaders worry about the details so that you can relax and enjoy the experience. Join us!
3. Mystic Sea Charters
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4.5 based on 245 reviews
The 100' Mystic Sea offers cruises through the beautiful San Juan Islands. WHALE WATCHING TOURS for your family, weddings, corporate events, parties, and more!
4. Mt Erie Park
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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
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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. Brown Lantern
7. Washington Park
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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.
8. John Storvik Playground
9. 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.
10. Anacortes Farmer's Market
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4.5 based on 47 reviews
Reviewed By Glitteramelia - Anacortes, United States
Anacortes has the BEST farmers market that I’ve ever been to... and I’ve been to a lot! There’s live music, food vendors, and lots of pop up tents with the freshest, local produce, meats, cheeses, honey, and baked goods! Lots of arts and crafts! The bouquets of fresh flowers are AMAZZING! They range between $10-$20 and also sell song flowers!
