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3.7 out of 5 Rider Rating 3.7
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Whidbey Island Wonder

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By Guest (0 McR Points) on Jun 30, 2005

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NHDL1000
2 McR Points
April 21, 2015
I rode this today and I was quite disappointed. I…
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Guest
September 21, 2009
I did this route today like Taso suggested (…
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Written Directions

Just north of Seattle from I-5, you'll want to take exit 182 on State Route 525 north towards Mukilteo and Whidbey Island. There you'll take the Mukilteo Ferry for a 20 minute ride across the Possession Sound to Whidbey Island. Keep in mind that while waiting for the Ferry, motorcycles go to the head of the line!! Once on Whidbey Island, SR 525 continues heading north now you just need to look for where SR 20 intersects SR 525 and take SR 20 all the way up to Anacortes. After breakfast/brunch in Anacortes you can backtrack south or if you're in a hurry, just take SR 20 east straight over to I-5 (about 16 miles). I suggest you backtrack!

Scenery

You can start this ride from either end. I suggest starting from Mukilteo and catching the Ferry to Clinton. You will experience open fields to twisty mountain curves on Washington's beautiful Whidbey Island. The high light is Deception Pass, 3/4 of the way to Anacortes... The gateway to San Juan Islands. That's another story. Bring a camera, I know - Duh! ...AND binoculars for Bald Eagles.

Drive Enjoyment

Roads are fine. Free of grooves and chuck holes. Many banked curves! WooHoo!

Tourism Opportunities

Many small towns and artist enclaves to explore. I recommend Langley. Deception Pass state park had fantastic views and camping. Also, while in Mukilteo I suggest you visit the Mukilteo light house!
 

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MAX ROUSHMAN
April 19, 2020
100 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Touring
Lots of tourist traffic, scenic, and a ferry ride, enjoyable
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DylanC33
April 24, 2021
60 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Touring
One of my goto routes.
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PileDriver
July 28, 2021
77 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Touring
This is a nice leisurely ride through pretty countryside. Coastal farms and old military structures are liberally sprinkled along the route. The views at Deception Pass are stunning. Stop and pull off at either the north or south side and walk along the bridge to get the full effect. The roads are in good condition, but traffic is rarely light. Deception Pass is the single thing that bumps my rating up to a 4. If you aren't stopping there, the route is solid 3 (average).
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