Fidalgo Island is an island in Skagit County, Washington, about 60 miles from Seattle.

The island is separated from the mainland by the Swinomish Channel and connected by the iconic Rainbow Bridge. Deception Pass separates it from Whidbey Island.

The main city on the island is Anacortes, called the "gateway to the San Juans.” Anacortes has a number of popular annual events such as the Spring Wine Festival in April, the  Anacortes Waterfront Festival in June and Anacortes Arts Festival from August 1 - 3, 2025.

Anacortes is also gaining a reputation for its art galleries, which feature works of local and well-established artists.

Washington Park is a 220-acre park in the heart of the city with lovely hiking and biking trails.

Part of the famous Deception Pass State Park is located at the south end of Fidalgo, a hikers’ heaven with old-growth forests, beautiful beaches, rich wildlife, and 38 miles of hiking trails.

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