Burn Ban - Level 1

Fires allowed in all designated fire pits and grills. Propane and gas grills allowed.

Boats are moored in the emerald water at Saddlebag island on a sunny day. There are tall evergreen trees above the sandy banks.
Boats are moored in the emerald water at Saddlebag island on a sunny day. There are tall evergreen trees above the sandy banks.
A row of white boats are moored along an arm of Saddlebag Island on a sunny day. There are evergreen trees and green grass on a hill behind them.
A group of white boats are clustered together in the water outside Saddlebag Island. There is a green mountain in the distance.

Saddlebag Island Marine State Park

Anacortes, WA 98221

Located in Padilla Bay, Saddlebag Island is a boat-in only park offering a warm pebble beach, green forest and grassy meadows with spring wildflowers.

Rules

  • Dogs Allowed on Leash
  • Fires Allowed in Designated Areas
  • Boat-in Only

Boating, fishing and shellfish harvesting

A recreational license is required for fishing and shellfish harvesting at Washington State Parks. For regulations, fishing season information, or to purchase a recreational license, visit the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.

No potable water and garbage

There is no potable water or garbage service on Saddlebag Island. Be prepared to pack out what you pack in.

Safety

The waters in Padilla Bay fluctuate with the tides. Please be aware of the tides schedule to prevent your boat from getting stuck and becoming "high and dry."

The south bay gets hit by winds, creating rough waters that can push boats around. The south bay also has lots of logs and a steep step incline that makes access to the primitive camping area difficult. 

Activities

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Beach Exploration

Bird Watching

Boating

Camping

Crabbing

Fishing

Hiking, Walking, Rolling and Running

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Kayaking

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Paddleboarding

Scuba Diving

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Shellfishing

Swimming

Amenities

Fire Pit

Restrooms

Picnic Tables

Hiking Trails

Park features

Field

Forest

Island

Meadow

Mountain View

Ocean Beach

Rocky Beach

Saltwater

Sandy Beach

Seasonal Wildflowers

Wildlife Viewing

Rules

  • Dogs Allowed on Leash
  • Fires Allowed in Designated Areas
  • Boat-in Only

Boating, fishing and shellfish harvesting

A recreational license is required for fishing and shellfish harvesting at Washington State Parks. For regulations, fishing season information, or to purchase a recreational license, visit the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.

No potable water and garbage

There is no potable water or garbage service on Saddlebag Island. Be prepared to pack out what you pack in.

Safety

The waters in Padilla Bay fluctuate with the tides. Please be aware of the tides schedule to prevent your boat from getting stuck and becoming "high and dry."

The south bay gets hit by winds, creating rough waters that can push boats around. The south bay also has lots of logs and a steep step incline that makes access to the primitive camping area difficult. 

Map & visitor guide

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A popular kayak destination with a 4-mile kayak trip from Anacortes through Guemes Channel. Explore the island during spring to enjoy the wildflowers or watch the harbor seals on the rocks by the water. Make sure to stay 100 feet away from all marine wildlife. 

Boating

The north bay provides the most wind protection and has sandy beaches with gravel and some bigger rocks. Access to the island is easier from the north bay.

There are no docks or buoys available.

Camping

Four primitive campsites include a picnic table and firepit, available first-come, first-served.

One campsite is part of the Cascadia Marine Trail and for the use of those arriving by human or wind-powered boats. Learn more here.