THINGS TO DO ON WHIDBEY
Top Activities on Whidbey
Plan ahead for your next memorable weekend getaway with our list things to do in Whidbey Island.
1. Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve
Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve is a private and public land patchwork. The public land includes three Washington State Parks: Fort Ebey, Ebey's Landing, and Fort Casey, all along the western coast.
Alongside the adjacent Kettle Trails, managed by Island County Parks, over 25 miles of hiking and biking routes spiderweb throughout the park. These trails pass through a thick rhododendron-filled forest with several breathtaking coastal views.
Coupeville
The historic town of Coupeville is also within the Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserver. This waterfront district is on Penn Cove and dates back to the 1850s. Visitors can stroll through the charming historic downtown district, filled with modern shops, or learn more about the region at the Island County Historical Museum.
Official site: https://www.nps.gov/ebla/index.htm
Fort Casey
Fort Casey is on the northern part of the island, next to the Coupeville ferry terminal. Fort Casey is a fascinating state park open to the public. Explore its retired batteries tops the list. The public is welcome to tour these concrete encampments overlooking the water.
2. Discover Deception Pass State Park
Deception Pass State Park, one of Washington's best state parks, occupies Whidbey Island's northern tip and the southern tip of Fidalgo Island. This includes Deception Pass Bridge, 180 feet above the swirling waters of Deception Pass.
The park encompasses nearly 4,000 acres, including 14 miles of saltwater shoreline. This dynamic environment includes lush foliage, teeming tide pools, and a photogenic fleet of boats fishing offshore.
Official site: https://parks.state.wa.us/497/Deception-Pass
3. Shopping and Dining on Whidbey Island
The cultural scene of Whidbey Island is reason enough to visit. Coupeville, Greenbank, and Langley are a few recommended towns to check out for local food. On the north end of the island, Oak Harbor is also home to several places to shop and dine. The Air Force Station and the population of over 20,000 residents lend more of a big box store presence.
4. Admiralty Head Lighthouse
This original lighthouse was constructed in 1861, and the one that stands today was built in 1903. Lighthouse tours are available during the summer.
5. Farm Fresh Produce
April through September, farmers markets occur Friday through Sunday on the island. Langley is home to two farmers markets: the Bayview Market and the South Whidbey Tilth Farmers Market. These two operate on Saturday and Sunday respectively and always draw a crowd.
Greenbank Farm offers a collection of food, arts and crafts shops to choose from. Several local farms also offer Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) boxes delivered at weekly intervals.
Official site: http://www.slowfoodwhidbeyisland.org/csa
6. Double Bluff Beach
Double Bluff Beach is near the southern end of Whidbey Island, a few miles south of the community of Freeland. As one of Whidbey's best off-leash dog parks, it's canine companions that tend to enjoy the scenic landscape the most.
7. Joseph Whidbey State Park
Joseph Whidbey is a small, 200-acre state park with a tremendous view. It's located on the west side of the island overlooking the Strait of Juan De Fuca, just south of Naval Air Station Whidbey Island.
This park is also popular for casual hiking and beach walking. A half-mile trail makes its way through the inland portion of the park, and two large grass areas are available for lawn games and picnic space.
Address: 1755 Crosby Road, Oak Harbor, Washington
8. Take a Stroll through Meerkerk Gardens
This lovely botanical space is near the community of Greenbank on the southern half of the island. It features 12 acres of intricately landscaped gardens, punctuated by original "garden rooms" created by Ann and Max Meerkerk.
An additional 43 acres of second-growth forest surrounds the gardens, offering natural landscaping at its best. The gardens are open every day of the year with a minimal price of admission.
Address: 3531 Meerkerk Lane, Greenbank, Washington
Official site: https://www.meerkerkgardens.org/
9. South Whidbey Island State Park
This 381-acre day-use state park is a great spot to connect with the wild nature of the island. It's approximately a 12-mile drive to reach the park from the Coupeville ferry terminal, and its closest communities are Greenbank and Freeland.
10. Pacific Northwest Naval Air Museum
The Pacific Northwest Naval Air Museum is in Oak Harbor, approximately three miles from Naval Air Station Whidbey Island (NAS Whidbey Island). The museum celebrates and showcases the history of the NAS, including the reason behind its creation in 1942.
All members of the public are welcome to enjoy and walk through the 4,700-square-foot museum. Exhibits touch upon several war arenas NAS Whidbey Island was involved with, spanning World War II to Afghanistan. Several artifacts make up the collection, including a PBY- Catalina 5A warplane parked across the street from this popular tourist attraction.
Address: 270 SE Pioneer Way, Oak Harbor, Washington
Official site: https://pnwnam.org/
11. Explore An Outdoor Sculpture Park
The art scene on Whidbey is something to behold. Stroll through downtown Langley and pop into any one of several art galleries. But if you want to experience art in the natural setting that Whidbey is known for, make a reservation at the Cloudstone Sculpture Park in Freeland. Get ready for your jaw to drop at this enormous modern sculpture park where the art of Hank Nelson dots the landscape in awe-inspiring works.
Official site: https://www.cloudstonefoundation.org/
12. Go To a Whidbey Island Festival
The island also hosts several festivals throughout the year.
The year starts with the Whidbey Island Film Festival in January and Mystery Weekend in February. And the springtime blooms with family fun activities like Musselfest, St. Patrick's Day parades, and the massive Clinton Easter Egg Hunt.
Summer events occur just about every weekend, beginning with the Coupeville Memorial Day Parade and the Island Shakespeare Festival. July is the busiest month with annual events like the Whidbey Island Fair, Whidbey Island Race Week, and the Whidbey Island Music Festival.
The fun continues with holiday celebrations including pop up holiday markets and the Holly Jolly Parade in Langley.
Explore Whidbey Island
Dining on Whidbey Island
Bayview Farmers Market
(seasonal)
State Route 525 & Bayview Road, Langley, WA 98260
Hours Open:
Saturdays: 10:00am to 2:00pm
Last Saturday of April through October 31, 2022
Located at historic Bayview Corner, offering the finest local-grown produce, hot foods, baked goods, and crafts; every Saturday from the end of April through the last Saturday of October.
Blooms Winery
511 Freeland Ave, Freeland, WA 98249
Hours Open:
Fri-Sun3-6:30 p.m.
Come visit us in Freeland, where wine, art, music and food combined create a unique experience for you to enjoy! We offer lunch and dinner Thursdays through Monday from our restaurant – the 5511 Bistro (open until 8 pm). Enjoy the artwork of many local artists – paintings, glass, woodwork, fabric art, jewelry, weaving and more!
We have ample seating and offer banquet capabilities, wonderful outdoor spaces and lots more room for enjoying fine hand-crafted wine made on site, viewing art, listening to live music and enjoying fabulous Cuisine by executive chef Wayne Carter.
Braeburn Restaurant
197 D Second Street, Langley, WA 98260
Hours Open:
Indoor/Outdoor dining & take out. Tues-Fri 11-7, Sat 9-7, Sun 9-1
Friday & Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Dinner 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Now Open for dinner Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
Serving up country-style breakfasts and lunch with a twist, utilizing the freshest ingredients, local and organic whenever possible. Homemade soups daily. In the summer, our patio offers an informal, fresh air venue.
Comforts of Whidbey Winery
5219 View Road, Langley, WA 98260
Hours Open:
Friday 1 pm - 5 pm
Saturday 1 pm - 5 pm; Sunday Noon to 5 pm
A family run farm and winery situated on 22 acres overlooking Port Susan Passage and the North Cascades. With the largest established vineyard on Whidbey Island, the winery specializes in estate white wines – Siegerrebe and Madeleine Angevine. A new winery and tasting room are under construction – the farm has the space and licensing to accommodate a limited number of large private events.
Double Bluff Brewing Co.
112 Anthes Avenue, Langley, WA 98260
Hours Open:
Fall/Winter Hours
Mon-Thur 3pm - 8 pm
Fri 2 pm - 9 pm
Sat Noon - 9 pm; Sun Noon - 7 pm
Double Bluff Brewing Company, founded in 2015, is named after one of the most beautiful spots on Whidbey Island, Double Bluff Beach, with views of Puget Sound, the Olympic Peninsula, Seattle, Mt. Rainier and the Cascades. Our goal is to serve only the best beer to the good people of Whidbey Island (and beyond) and to make the island a destination for craft beer lovers!
Faremarket
1675 Main Street, Freeland, WA 98249
360-331-0599
Southeast Asian & Other World Comfort Foods, Specialty Food & Retail Market
Flower House Café
2780 Marshview Ave Langley, WA
We proudly use locally roasted, organic, fair trade coffee from Useless Bay Coffee Co. in all of our hand-crafted espresso beverages.
We believe in providing our community with nourishing food and drinks, made with love. Our menu celebrates the bounty of the ever-changing seasons and we take pride in sourcing our ingredients as locally and organically as possible.
Phone: (360)-321-7140
Hours Open:
8am-4pm Daily
Indoor Dining, Covered/Heated Outdoor Dining & Take-out
Gordon’s on Blueberry Hill
5438 Woodard Ave, Freeland, WA 98249
Chef Gordon is known by many for his exquisite ability to layer flavors, and create delectable combinations, all while producing beautifully-presented meals with a simple elegance. In addition, with a farm-to-kitchen philosophy, Gordon works with several local producers to provide fresh local ingredients, supporting community while providing the very best in fresh seasonal fare., we will add you to the wait list and call you when it is available.
Hours Open:
Dine inside, outside on our deck, or take-out. Wednesday – Sunday Noon to 8:00pm (closing time subject to level of business).
We no longer accept reservations, except for parties of 7 or more. We encourage you to call 15 minutes prior to your arrival, if we have a table available, we will hold it for you (for 15 minutes – FIRM).
1642 East Main Street, Freeland Freeland Café has been a Whidbey Island institution for over 44 years offering casual dining with friendly service in a relaxed setting.
Holmes Harbor Rod & Gun
3334 Brookshill Road, Langley, WA 98260
Club house hours vary. Call for information 360-221-8494.
Restaurant To-go orders, Wed-Sat 2-7 p.m. Sunday brunch to-go 11 a.m.-4 p.m
Call for more info!
The Holmes Harbor Rod and Gun Club is a friendly recreational and social club offering fantastic shooting facilities, restaurant, bar, immense dining hall, dance floor and much more. Wedding receptions and other private events can also be hosted at the spacious club facilities.
The Restaurant at The Inn at Langley (Closed)
400 First Street, Langley, WA 98260
* Due to Coronavirus, the Restaurant at the Inn at Langley is closed until further notice.
The Restaurant at The Inn at Langley, under the creative eye of Northwest award-winning Chef Matt Costello, is a gem of the Inn. This Whidbey Island restaurant overlooks a fabulous herb garden and features a double-sided river rock fireplace. The open kitchen allows you to marvel at Chef Costello’s finesse as he prepares a multi-course dinner, featuring Whidbey Island’s freshest seasonal fare. You may complement this culinary dynamic by the Inn’s extensive wine collection.
Dinner is served every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday night year-round and Thursday through Sunday nights during the summer months of July-August. There is one seating per night (in other words everyone is seated at the same time.) Dinner begins at 7pm on Friday and Saturday evenings, 6pm on Sundays and at 7pm on Thursday’s in the summer. You will enjoy dinner for approximately 3 hours.
Mukilteo Coffee Roasters
3228 Lake Leo Way on Crawford Road, Langley, 98260
Hours Open:
Tuesday - Saturday: 8:00am to 4:00pm
Closed Saturdays and Sundays
From our vintage coffee roaster, located in a beautiful forest on Whidbey Island, we produce sight-roasted gourmet coffee to ship fresh to you. We bring passion, history, and experience to roasting specialty gourmet coffee. Experience Mukilteo Coffee Roasters and see why our reputation is legendary.
We’re on an island and in the woods, away from the city so we can concentrate on bringing you the freshest gourmet coffee.
Orchard Kitchen
5574 Bayview Rd, Langley, WA 98260
We are an Omnivore’s dining destination with a farm-to-table ethos. Our restaurant is located in the very heart of our organic farm. Collaborating with local farmers, vintners, cheesemakers, chefs and oystermen, we bring you an ever-changing menu showcasing the week’s best ingredients, crafted with care, and brought to your table by an exceptional team of talented hospitality staff.
Ott & Hunter Wines & Tasting Room
204 First Street, Langley, WA 98260
Tasting Room Hours:
Online ordering, curbside pickup during Coronavirus shutdown.
At Ott & Hunter Wines, we handcraft limited quantities of artisan wines using some of Washington’s highest quality grapes. We work in small lots & use traditional French and artisan techniques: cold soaks, co-fermentation at crush, hand punch downs, stem inclusion, sur lie aging & battonage, minimal filtration or fining, and carefully balanced oak exposure. Our tasting room, located on Langley’s First Street, offers the winery’s locally-made artisan wines, to pair with wonderful views of Saratoga Passage, and a warmly sophisticated atmosphere.
Oyster Catcher
901 Grace Street, Coupeville, WA 98239
Local food and drinks.
Hours Open:
Thursday
4:30 - 8 p.m.
Friday & Saturday
4:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Sunday
4:30 - 8 p.m.
Whidbey Island’s own, Penn Cove Brewing Co. was established in 2016 as a single taproom featuring locally crafted beer, wine and cider. Now we are Whidbey Island’s largest craft brewery, with 3 taprooms and distributing to bars and restaurants in the North Puget Sound region. Our Freeland location is just minutes from the heart of Langley and features a rustic barn taproom, upper deck seating, beer garden, small craft brewery and a food truck featuring a great menu created by renowned local chef Gordon Stewart.
For those continuing up the island, our Coupeville taproom and production brewery are located just one block off Hwy 20, and the Oak Harbor taproom is near the waterfront. Both taprooms feature a wide variety of our own craft beers and a delicious menu featuring Leavenworth’s Cured by Visconti brats and other snacks, with indoor and patio seating. Dogs welcome outdoors at any of our taprooms
Hours:
Freeland
5488 S Freeland Ave:
Monday & Tuesday, 2pm – 9pm
Wednesday, Thursday & Sunday, 12pm – 9pm
Friday & Saturday, 12pm – 10pm
Coupeville
103 S Main Street:
Sunday-Thursday 12-8 p.m.
Friday-Saturday 12-10 p.m.
Oak Harbor
780 SE Bayshore Dr
Sunday – Thursday, 2pm – 8pm
Friday & Saturday, 12pm – 10pm
Prima Bistro
201 1/2 First Street, Langley, WA 98260
Friday-Tuesday 1-8 p.m.
We are a French Inspired Northwest bistro offering a seasonal menu, extensive wine list, and full cocktail bar. Outdoor patio seating when the weather permits and live music on Thursday nights. Open daily at 11:30, serving lunch and dinner. Daily happy hour from 3-6.
Prima Wine Club
Open House: Wed, May 5th | 4-6pm The Prima Wine Club is designed to showcase French inspired wines from around the world.
Saltwater Fish House and Oyster Bar
113 1st St, Langley, WA 98260
Walk-up window open Sat & Sun, 1-8 p.m., Thurs, Fri, Monday 3-8 p.m.
Taste the sea in Langley on Whidbey Island
A seafood place coming to you from the folks at Prima Bistro. We’ve heard loud and clear from our customers for 11 years that you wanted a specifically seafood focused restaurant in Langley and, well, here we are! Fish and chips, clam chowder, lobster rolls, crab cakes, mussels, clams, and a great oyster selection are just the tip of the iceberg (yes, we do have a wedge salad!). Full cocktail bar, 10 beers on tap, a little rock and roll and a lot of fun.
Savory
220 1st Street, Langley, WA 98260
360.221.7106
Hours Open:
WINTER HOURS OF OPERATION
Wed-Sat 4pm-9pm
Closed Sun, Mon & Tues
SAVORY creates and serves dishes inspired by the owners’ moms and grandmothers, culinary experiences from travels throughout Europe, the US, and Mexico, flavors of the Pacific NW, and at-home cooking. The menu incorporates locally sourced ingredients which are combined in both familiar and unique ways to provide the diner with a savory and satisfying experience.
The Commons Café & Books
124 Second Street, Langley, WA 98260
Outside dining, open 8-5 daily.
A coffeehouse/bookstore in the heart of Langley. In addition to a variety if used books for sale, we offer pastries and breakfast menu, as well as a lunch menu that includes homemade soups, salads, and sandwiches. Ice cream is served inside or at our walk-up window off the patio. The Commons also offers a job training program dedicated to helping youth become self-sufficient and, in many cases, fund their college education. The Common Room accommodates 30 and is available for booking group events.
Spoiled Dog Winery
5881 Maxwelton Road, Langley, WA 98260
Open Friday 2 pm - 5 pm
Saturday, & Sunday: 12:00pm to 5:00pm
We enjoy having people visit by appointment other times: 360-661-6226
Extraordinary Pinot Noir from the heart of Puget Sound. Come visit Spoiled Dog Winery and enjoy our fine wines and vineyard. You will likely be greeted by Blue and Sami, our Australian Shepherds. We’re located just 1/4 mile south of Hwy 525 on Maxwelton Road. (Craw and Maxwelton).
Sprinklz Ice Cream Parlor
109 First Street, Langley, WA 98260
Weekdays 1-7 p.m. Weekends 12-7 p.m.
Old-fashioned hand-dipped ice-cream, malts, milkshakes, fruit smoothies, espresso, pastries, novelty candy & toys. Two locations: 109 First Street in Langley and Ken’s Corner at Langley Rd and SR 525 in Clinton.
Spyhop Public House
317 Second Street, Langley, WA 98260
Some indoor tables, patio open, takeout Thursday-Sat 4-7:30 p.m.
A neighborhood Pub/restaurant in the heart of Langley. Washington on beautiful Whidbey Island.
Hours Monday-Friday 4-9 p.m. Saturday 12-9 p.m. Sunday Closed
Star Store Market & Deli
201 First Street, Langley, WA 98260
Star Store Market Hours:
Monday - Saturday: 8:00am to 8:00pm
Sunday: 8:00am to 7:00pm
Full service store featuring local, organic, produce, gourmet, eco-friendly, GF, wild fish, natural meats, entree’s to go, wines, micro beers, sundries, spirits, snacks, goodies.
Sweet Mona’s Chocolate Boutique
221 2nd Street, Suite 16, Langley, WA 98260
Open daily 11 am to 5 pm
We are here for your chocolate needs on-line and in-store for local pick-up. Visit our website at www.SweetMonas.com or call us at 360-221-2728 to order —Shipping in Washington State is only $5.
Taproom@Bayview Corner has a rotating selection of beers and cider on tap, as well as a selection of wines. We’ll even fill growlers for you to take home.
Ultra House
221 Second Street, Langley, WA 98260
Tu, Wed, Thu, Sun 11:30 a.m.-8 p.m., Fri-Sat 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m.
Life, Style, Ramen! Ultra House is an eclectic mix of transcontinental offerings featuring delicious Japanese ramen, beers and snacks, Loveskull boutique and lifestyle gear, and personal treasures for well-being from The Apothecary. Look for our outdoor patio in Langley Village.
Ulysses Coffee Company
111 Anthes Avenue , Langley, WA
Check out this small local coffee shop located in the heart of Langley on Whidbey Island. Taking pride in serving quality coffee, even when you are on the go! Both drive thru and sit down locations offer our French roast espresso, which is roasted weekly at Espresso Vivace, along side a fresh in house baked pastry.
Offering a variety of beverages and pastries, plus food to-go.
Open 9 a.m.-4 p.m. daily, except Tuesdays.
Useless Bay Country Club
5725 Country Club Drive, Langley, WA 98260
You don’t need a membership to enjoy the meeting and banquet facilities at this exclusive Country Club. Our affordable banquet services are open to the public and provide the most comprehensive event services on South Whidbey. Banquet facility rentals range from $50 to $400. Relax with everything you’ll need under one roof.
Village Pizzeria
106 1st Street, Langley, WA 98260
Takeout & curbside pickup. Open Daily: 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Bringing New York family style pizza to charming Langley and beyond. Featuring home made meatballs, pesto, focaccia, sausage, dough and our infamous salad dressing.
Hop aboard a safe bus and take a tour of local Whidbey Island wineries with your host Elizabeth Schroeder.
BOOK ONLINE:
www.wanderingtrailtours.com
Call 360-682-9968
email info@wanderingtrailtours.com.
Whidbey Island Distillery
3466 Craw Road, Langley, WA 98260
Tasting Room open daily 11 am - 5 pm
Complimentary tours and tastings
Home of the Loganberry Liqueur and other fine award-winning berry liqueurs. Whidbey Island Distillery is a family owned business run by three generations of the Heising family. We set out in 2009 to make a world class spirit right here on Washington’s own Whidbey Island, and in September 2011 we sold the first bottle of our Loganberry Liqueur.
Whidbey Island Vineyard & Winery
5237 Langley Road, Langley, WA 98260
Summer Open 11:00am to 5:00pm; Closed Tuesday
Winter Open 11 am - 5 pm; closed Monday & Tuesday
WIW pioneered grape growing and wine making on Whidbey 28 years ago and remains the island’s leading producer. In addition to estate grown wines we produce a growing number of varietals from vineyards in eastern Washington. Our philosophy is simple – emphasize elegance, balance and the best expression of what the grape has to offer, all at an outstanding value. The winery is consistently voted in the top 5 of King5 TV’s Best of Western Washington and welcome visitors all year.