Best 65 things to do in Anacortes, WA

Cruise, fish, or crab Orcas Island aboard a sturdy 20-foot Hewescraft

A tide-timed private day of bottom fishing around the San Juan Islands

Learn to kayak while exploring Penn Cove’s history, habitat and aquaculture

Paddle into sunset colors and look for wildlife with a naturalist guide

Paddle after sunset with a naturalist guide and look for bioluminescent waters

Paddle Fort Worden’s shoreline with mountain and island views

Paddle Fort Worden's shoreline with mountain views and Port Townsend waterfront access

Cruise the Salish Sea on a private birding tour for up to 6 people

Cruise the San Juan Islands on a private whale and wildlife tour for up to 6

Paddle scenic Doe Bay with a guide, with routes that change based on the tides

Quiet-coast paddling and a guided island lunch stop

Build confidence with arena and trail time plus personalized wrangler guidance

Enjoy a guided trail ride for ages 3+ with a safety class—no experience needed

Ride with experienced guides; ages 8+ and no experience required

Let ages 3–7 groom ponies and enjoy a relaxed trail or arena ride in a fun, 1-hour session

Ride mountain trails with Skagit Valley views on a semi-private horseback tour

Ride a scenic mountain trail with Skagit Valley views

Learn to ride with one-on-one or small-group instruction tailored to beginners

Birthday trail ride with picnic area time (ages 8+, up to 8 riders)

Paddle sandstone shores and pause for an island lunch

Paddle into dusk with guided instruction, tandem kayaks, and waterfront wildlife viewing

Paddle Larrabee's shoreline after dark and look for bioluminescent glow

Learn sea kayaking as you explore the Salish Sea coastline

Kayak after sunset to look for bioluminescence on San Juan Island