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1. Deception Pass State Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Activities
Deception Pass State Park
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2. Pacific Northwest Naval Air Museum ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Museums & Culture
Pacific Northwest Naval Air Museum
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3. Joseph Whidbey State Park

Category: Activities
Joseph Whidbey State Park
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4. The Whidbey Playhouse

Category: Entertainment

5. John Vanderzicht Memorial Pool

Category: Attractions
John Vanderzicht Memorial Pool
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6. Garry Oak Gallery, Oak Harbor

Category: Activities

7. Frasers Gourmet Hideaway

Category: Food & Drink

8. Seabolt's Restaurant

Category: Food & Drink

9. Riverside Cafe and Lounge

Category: Activities

10. Oak Bowl & Mario's Pizza

Category: Entertainment

11. Whidbey Golf Club

Whidbey Golf Club
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Oak Harbor is a charming coastal community located on Whidbey Island, Washington, about two hours from Seattle.
  • The city was named for the Garry Oak trees that provide pleasant shade and dominate the city skyline.
  • The largest park in Oak Harbor is Deception Pass State Park, which is famous for its large beaches, three lakes, and spectacular old-growth forest.

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