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July 16, 1982. Location. Deception Pass Bridge is the common name for two two-lane bridges on Washington State Route 20 connecting Whidbey Island in Island County, to Fidalgo Island in Skagit County, in the U.S. state of Washington. It was a Washington State Highways project, and included project elements built by young workers from the ...
- Drive Across The Scenic Deception Pass Bridge.
- Walk The Bridge For The Best Views from above.
- Hike Deception Pass with Your Camera in Tow.
- Visit Deception Pass Bridge by Jet Boat Tour.
Perhaps the most obvious, but bear with me! Now, this might sound a little boring, but, believe me, it’s not. The bridge is 28 feet wide, with two sidewalks on either side of the road that almost always have people walking on either side. In either direction, there is an amazing view, and if you are the driver, you’ll be fighting the urge to look a...
Walking on the sidewalk of Deception Pass Bridge can be a trip, and if you are afraid of heights or get any sort of vertigo, this is not the route for you! There is a ropelike barrier between the sidewalk and the car lane, which can get a little unnerving if there is a lot of traffic. On the other side of the railing, the sheer 180-foot drop down t...
Fidalgo Island Side
The best way to see the bridge in its entirety is to hike in nearby Deception Pass State Park. Since I live on Fidalgo Island, I am most familiar with hiking on this side. I usually park at Bowman Bay and get on the 2.6-mile trail there. At one point the trail splits apart. One way goes to Lighthouse Point, and this is the better trail as it has a panoramic view. Plus there is a small beach, and some shady spots to enjoy a picnic. The other trail is Lottie Point, which gets you closer to brid...
Whidbey Island Side
I’ve hiked this side, but not as much, as I like the Bowman Bay trails. What the Whidbey Island side does have going for it North Beach – a long stretch of beach with great views of the bridge. It’s the perfect place for a picnic!
Pass Island
Remember I said to park at Pass Island? Well, it also has a viewpoint lookout and a few trails. The most well-worn trail, which also has stairs to the other side, is the one that leads under the belly of the bridge. The downside to hiking on Pass Island is that that the trails go down, which means you have to go back up, and it’s rather steep in parts and at times seems like a goat trail. I suggest only doing this option if you are sure-footed.
A super fun way to see Deception Pass Bridge up close and personal is by jet boat tour with Deception Pass Tours. I’ve done this a handful of times since I’ve lived here, and my family and I went last week. The staff is super friendly and very knowledgeable about the area and wildlife you will encounter. What can you expect on a tour? You’ll get to...
Deception Pass Bridge spans the gap between Whidbey Island and Fildalgo Island. The iconic views attract thousands of visitors each year. Several parking areas allow foot traffic on the bridge, but the sidewalk is very narrow, so plan accordingly. Deception Pass State Park on Whidbey Island is 4,134 acres, and offers docks for boat moorage ...
- Deception Pass Bridge, Oak Harbor, 98277, WA
- (360) 675-3767
The waterway that separates Whidbey Island from the mainland in the north is Deception Pass, and a series of iconic bridges spans the space with amazing views. Deception Pass State Park spreads over 3,854 acres, a marine and camping park with 77,000 feet of saltwater shoreline and 33,900 feet of freshwater shoreline on three lakes.
Aug 15, 2015 · Some 700 cars traveled on the bridge on July 31, 1935, the day it was dedicated. About 20,000 cars now cross the bridge 180 feet above its swirling water every day. Dramatic and intriguing, the bridge is the Pass’s great connector. It links three islands together and interweaves history, recreation, commerce, nature and more.
Feb 12, 2024 · To reach Whidbey by car, go north on I-5 from Seattle through Everett to Fidalgo Island. From there, you’ll take the Deception Pass Bridge to Whidbey Island. In this case, the itinerary below would be reversed, as you’d be starting on the north end of the island. If you need to rent a car for your trip, you can browse the deals available on ...
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Dec 11, 2023 · From Seattle-Tacoma, Everett, and Points South. Route: Begin your journey north on Interstate 5, taking exit 182. Merge onto State Highway-525N (Mukilteo Speedway), following the signs directing you to the Whidbey Island Ferry; Ferry Information: The ferries at Mukilteo terminal exclusively serve Clinton, a charming community on Whidbey Island.
