Oak Harbor: Vibrant Waterfront Community of Whidbey Island
Nestled on Whidbey Island in Island County, Washington, Oak Harbor, WA, is the largest incorporated city in the Whidbey Island. The city was named after the Garry Oak trees which serve as the skyline of this charming coastal community. Most of the houses and businesses in the city were originally established along the shores and still continues to thrive as a community and a destination for tourists. You can find a home away from home in one of the hotels in the city including the Acorn Motor Inn, which is walking distance to primary tourist attractions such as the PBY Naval Air Museum and Oak Harbor Beach Park.
Best Time to Visit
With its location near the coastal area, Oak Harbor, Washington is usually colds about half of the year. The Best time to visit and explore this coastal city is during the warmest time of the year in the months of July to September. There are limited hotels and accommodations in the island so be sure to book your Oak Harbor, WA hotels ahead of time to secure your accommodation.
What to Do & Area Attractions
This coastal community of Oak Harbor may be small in size but it offers a wide array of attractions and things to every visitor. If you want to just chill and get the laid back coastal living vibe or bask with nature, you can stroll at the Deception Pass State Park, it has large beaches, old growth forest and lakes. During your visit you can stay in one of the hotels in the city which includes, the Candlewood Suites Oak Harbor and the Oak Harbor Inn, both hotels give easy access to prime tourist attractions such as the Deception Pass State Park and the Dugualla State Park.