Rosario Beach

Laura Mack at Rosario Beach.

We come to Anacortes for the cooler summers, but it doesn't mean we don't like sitting out in the sun.  On a beautiful Saturday, we headed over to Bowman Bay.  Finding the parking lot full, we went to nearly Rosario Beach.  Who guess kicking one's feet up on a split rail fence could be so enjoyable.

Rosario Beach tide pools.

If you visit Rosario Beach at low tide you get to experience the tide pools.  We decided not to part take on this trip, and we just people watched.

The arc of Rosario Beach.

The small bay that creates Rosario Beach is part of Deception Pass State Park.  Rosario Head separates Bowman Bay from Rosario Beach.  Because of the connection, it is common to find kayakers exploring both bays.

An afternoon away from the motorhome.

Less than thrity minutes away from Fidalgo Bay RV Resort is Deception Pass State Park.  Split in half and situated on the north and south sides of Deception Pass, the park offers a lot.  From docks and a fine anchorage for vessels to a launch ramp and peddle beach for bathers and kayakers, there is much to engage the interest of those seeking the water.  Ashore you find trails, breathtaking scenery, and a dense forest that shouts Northwest.

Dale Mack at Rosario Beach.

Sharpe Cove near Bowman Bay, Rosario Head to the right.

Sharpe Cove, Bowman Bay in the background.

While we didn't kayak this day, people watching from chairs overlooking Rosario Beach produced a great day.  The sun felt great, the air smelled crisp and clean, and the sound of the waves on the shore easily lulled one to sleep.

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