Alexa & Jeffrey
Things To Do
Guemes Island Resort
There are many great activities at the resort to take advantage of from kayaking to taking a dip in the wood burning hot tub. When you're not too busy partying with the bride and groom, you can take the opportunity to relax a bit by booking a massage or hopping in the on-site sauna
Guemes Mountain Trail
We will be taking a hike up to the top of Guemes Mountain on Sunday for anyone who wants to join! From the top you can see beautiful 360 views of Skagit County, Samish Bay, and the San Juan Islands
The Peach Preserve Trail
Close to the ferry - you will traverse across a forest, a meadow, and a marsh to get to a water view! Highly recommended if you are interested in bird watching
Guemes Island General Store
The only retail store on Guemes Island - and your source for farm-to-table food, groceries, and beverages, If you're looking to get away from the resort for awhile, it's only a 5 minute drive away at the other end of the island!
Anacortes
Anacortes is a cute seaside town - it also happens to be our launchpad to Guemes Island! There are many fun restaurants, bars, and shops in Anacortes. We have listed a few of them below! There will also *certainly* be a 4th of July parade and celebration Restaurant / bar recommendations: GERE-a-deli Rockfish Grill & Anacortes Brewery Calico Cupboard Village Pizza Anthony's
Whale Watching
Whale watching is one of the premier attractions you can go on from Anacortes! We highly recommend going on a trip if you get the chance, seeing an orca in person is an experience you'll never forget. We personally recommend going on Deception Pass Tours, who we know provides safe and ethical tours (https://www.deceptionpasstours.com/whale-watching/summer-whale-watching/). Here are some other vendors as well for reference! Spirit of Orca - www.spiritoforca.com Island Adventures - www.island-adventures.com Blackfish Tours - www.outerislandx.com
Sugarloaf Mountain
A beautiful hike a bit south of Anacortes. A bit more steep than some of the other hikes, but well worth the walk, as you will have stunning views of West Fidalgo Island and the Puget Sound from the top
Deception Pass
Deception Pass State Park is about ~15 minutes from Anacortes, and well worth the drive! Well known for its eponymous bridge, it also has beautiful hiking trails and beaches spanning across almost 4,000 acres
Edison
Edison is a quaint town about ~15 min from Anacortes. It is home to art galleries, farm-to-table restaurants, and a few breweries. Definitely a fun spot for a day-trip if you are so inclined
Loggerodeo
If you are sticking around for July 4th consider heading to Loggorodeo, the longest running 4th of July celebration in Washington State! It also happens to be the longest running chainsaw art competition in the world....