Canoe Pass Bridge, as viewed from trail on Pass Island at Deception Pass.
Deception Pass and Canoe Pass bridges under construction. 1935. Photo from Washington State Department of Transportation archives.
By Steve Berentson Many who travel to Anacortes are surprised to learn the popular seaside community is located on an island. Another surprise is that this island is served by five bridges. While there are five bridges, the spans are located at only three service points. There are two sets of “twins,” and a small, […]
Canoe Pass Bridge, as viewed from bluff trail on Pass Island.
Morning sun lights up the massive rock bluff of south Fidalgo Island at Canoe Pass.
With contractors packing up equipment and closing on the finish of a two-plus-year painting project, I look forward to seeing the iconic Deception Pass spans again — shiny green and free of rigging. Maybe this month!
One of my favorite eagle shots, for some reason. This eagle perched on a snag over Canoe Pass. I’ve passed over this bridge countless times over the years and have only seen an eagle on that cliff site once or twice. The snag has since suffered the ravages of time.
A group of kayakers takes a breather on the beach just before pushing off toward Canoe Pass on the south shore of Fidalgo Island.
Kayakers round corner at Lighthouse Point, headed for Canoe Pass in the distance. South Fidalgo Island.
A weekend kayaker moves from shadows into light under Canoe Pass Bridge at Deception Pass.
A solo kayaker approaches the northwest bluff of Pass Island, which lies between Whidbey and Fidalgo islands. His plan was to pause for a few minutes to pump out water taken on during exercises in the Canoe Pass currents.
Kayakers hone skills at Canoe Pass.