Rosario Beach
A rocky shore on Fidalgo Island, north of the bridge, with rich tide pools and a totem pole carving of the 'Deception Pass Maiden' by the Salish people.
Rosario Beach is part of the north section of Deception Pass State Park, about 3 km north of the bridge. On one side are rocky tide pools, and on the other a pebble bay. At low tide you can spot starfish, sea anemones and hermit crabs among the rocks. On the shore stands a carved totem pole of the 'Deception Pass Maiden', telling a Samish legend. A loop trail around Rosario Head takes about 30 minutes and offers views over the sea and the distant San Juan Islands. Walking south leads to the tranquil Bowman Bay. Please leave the tide pool creatures where you find them. Parking requires a Discover Pass.
Opening hours
08:00 until dusk
Nearby sights
- Deception Pass State Park
- Deception Pass Bridge
- Joseph Whidbey State Park
- Windjammer Park
- Penn Cove
- Coupeville Historic Waterfront
- Fort Ebey State Park
- Ebey's Landing Bluff Trail