Whidbey Island

Creating the northern boundary of Puget Sound, Whidbey Island is just 30 miles from Seattle. Home to approximately 52,211 residents, Whidbey Island is part of Island County in the state of Washington.

• Deception Pass
• Oak Harbor
• West Beach
• San De Fuca
• Langley
• Freeland
• Maxwelton
• Glendale

• Coupeville
• Keystone
• Admiral’s Cove
• Lagoon Point
• Greenbank
• Bayview
• Clinton

Students in this area are served by Oak Harbor School District, Coupeville School District, and South Whidbey School District.

Oak Harbor School District is comprised of five elementary schools, two middle schools, and one high school. Schools include Broadview Elementary School, Crescent View Elementary School, Hillcrest Elementary School, Oak Harbor Elementary School, Olympic View Elementary School, Oak Harbor Intermediate School, North Whidbey Middle School, and Oak Harbor High School.

Coupeville School District is comprised of Coupeville Elementary School, Coupeville Middle School, and Coupeville High School.

South Whidbey School District is comprised of South Whidbey Elementary School, South Whidbey Middle School, South Whidbey High School, and South Whidbey Academy.

The beautiful scenic views, the amazing weather, and the variety of landscapes on Whidbey Island make it easy to enjoy outdoor activities year-round. There are several parks and recreational areas around the island that are favorite locations for residents and visitors.

Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve is located near Coupeville and is managed by the National Park Service. Majestic. That’s the word that comes to mind when experiencing the beauty in this area. Established to preserve the historical aspects of the area and protect the delicate plants and wildlife, this historical reserve is comprised of three state parks, the town of Coupeville, and privately owned land. Visitors are free to visit the Reserve, but it should be noted that businesses and parks within the area may have different hours of operation. While you can visit the Reserve without cost, state parks within the Reserve do require a fee for entrance.

Deception Pass State Park is the most visited park in the state of Washington. Visitors are drawn to the high bridge, shoreline walks along the beach, and fishing adventures in Cranberry Lake. The park sits on more than 3,854 acres of land. Part of the park is located on Fidalgo Island. The park features cliffs, coves, hiking trails, open fields, forest areas, and fishing locations. Awe-inspiring views and stunning sunsets await you at Deception Pass State Park.

Joseph Whidbey State Park is a favorite location for those who enjoy watching storms roll in on the west-facing side of Whidbey Island. The park features a beautiful beach shoreline, winding trails, open fields, wetlands, and picnic areas. The park sits on 206 acres of land.

Fort Ebey State Park is on the western side of Whidbey Island. This park features a beach that is popular for those who enjoy surfing and paragliding. The park sits on 651 acres of land. Camping is allowed in the park and there are hiking trails that wind through the forested areas.

Other parks in the area include Fort Casey State Park, Possession Point State Park, and South Whidbey Island State Park.

Whidbey Island residents enjoy mild winters and comfortable summers. The average high temperature is 68 degrees in August. The average low temperature is 36 degrees in January. This area receives an average of 20.28 inches of rainfall annually. The month with the most rainfall is November with an average of 3.5 inches. Residents can breathe easier knowing the pollution index for this area is 67 percent better than the nation’s average. The air quality index is 37 percent better.