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Little Cranberry Lake is a picturesque lake on Fidalgo Island, located within the 2,800-acre Anacortes Community Forest Lands natural preserve.

The lake, which is the anchor of a 10-mile wilderness corridor within the lovely city, was originally only a small pond but was deepened twice by damming in the early 20th century. Today, it has become a popular natural swimming site in northwestern Washington State, best known for hosting the annual What the Heck Fest summer music festival.

More than 20 miles of wilderness trails are accessible near the lake, perfect for hiking and mountain biking through the area's spectacular second-growth forest terrain and spotting rare orchid varieties.

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Visit picturesque Sunset Beach in Washington Park Enjoy stunning views from Cap Sante Park Hike the trail to Mount Erie Best Romantic Thing to Do: Relax on Rosario Beach Walk along the Tommy Thompson Trail Stay at Swinomish Casino and Lodge See rare orchids near Little Cranberry Lake Pick up a fesh snack at Anacortes Farmers Market Visit Cap Sante Marina Have fun in John Storvik Park Learn about local history at The Maritime Heritage Center Enjoy the views from Sharpe Park Visit Ship Harbor Interpretive Preserve Take the boeat to Skagit Island Marine State Park Pick up a sweet treat at Calico Cupboard Cafe and Bakery Take the kids to Rockfish Grill Dine at Frida's Gourmet Mexican Cuisine Have Fun at Swinomish Sports Bar and Grill

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