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Top 5: Puget Sound Island Getaways

by Megan Hill

Jun 29, 2016

Whidbey Island, Washington © Chris Boswell | Dreamstime

Top 5 / North America

Puget Sound is a stunning place: Islands offer views of two mountain ranges on the mainland, and charming small towns are home to art galleries and top-notch restaurants.

 

There are tons of options for getaways on these islands, most of which also involve a ferry ride from the mainland — a scenic way to get where you’re going.

 

Vashon Island © Brett Curtiss | Flickr

© Brett Curtiss | Flickr

 

Vashon Island

Vashon Island, within easy reach of Seattle, is where you can explore beaches and tide pools, visit the lighthouse, shop at the farmers market for a picnic and enjoy views of Mount Rainier’s glaciated volcano.

 

The Washington State Ferry sailng past Bainbridge Island and the Olympic Mountains © Edmund Lowe | Dreamstime 33976607

© Edmund Lowe | Dreamstime

 

Bainbridge Island

Bainbridge Island is where you can sip wine and visit the art museum, plus explore the gorgeous Bloedel Reserve Botanical Gardens.

 

Deception Pass, Whidbey Island, Washington © Crystal Craig | Dreamstime 12031207

© Crystal Craig | Dreamstime

 

Whidbey Island

Whidbey Island, the longest in the area, offers several options for charming small town experiences, whale watching, kayaking, hiking along windswept beaches and bluffs and a lovely lavender farm.

 

Camano Island, Washington © L Hill | Dreamstime 32267949

© L Hill | Dreamstime

 

Camano Island

Camano Island is mostly residential and easy to get to, as it doesn’t require a ferry ride. The relaxing island has great spots to kayak or sail, and a great restaurant at the Camano Island Inn.

 

Blake Island, Washington © Bjorn Bulthuis | Flickr

Blake Island, Washington © Bjorn Bulthuis | Flickr

 

Blake Islands

Blake Island, which is protected as a state park, can be accessed by private boat or on a cruise by Argosy, which also involves a traditional salmon bake.

 

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