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Whidbey Island

Whidbey Island, which is 55 miles long, is the largest island in the continental United States. The island and other destinations in the Puget Sound are popular vacation spots, mainly because the landscapes are stunning and the wildlife is unusually diverse. The views are impressive as well; to the west are the Olympic Mountains and to the east are the Cascade Mountains.

The weather on Whidbey Island might come as a surprise to newcomers. Although the island isn’t very far from far from Seattle, it enjoys an entirely different weather pattern. Where Seattle and much of Washington are known for excessive rain and gloomy days, Whidbey Island is remarkably dryer. Annual rainfall in Oak Harbor averages about 20 inches, which compares to Seattle’s average of 37 inches. Temperatures in Oak Harbor stay relatively cool, ranging from about the mid-30s in January to the high 70s in August.

The Whidbey Island region offers many opportunities for free time fun. Outdoor activities are popular, particularly boating, fishing, hiking, bicycling and camping. Private operators provide whale watching tours, sea charters, boat rentals, and hiking trail maps and guides. Natural attractions nearby include Deception Pass State Park, Ebeys Landing, Maxwelton Beach Park, Ala Spit Park and Joseph Whidbey State Park. The communities surrounding the NAS Whidbey Island also host seasonal events and festivals. Examples include car shows, arts and crafts fairs and sailboat racing.