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Cap Sante Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,090 Google reviews · Running trail in Anacortes, Washington · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
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- Distance
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- Shade
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- Access
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Confirmed from Cap Sante Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
37-acre wooded parkland offering hiking trails, wildlife & elevated vistas of the marina.
What runners say about Cap Sante Park
“On the Fidalgo island you can find this awesome viewpoint which sees the Guemes island on the left, the small Hat island and a beautiful harbor on the right.”
“It felt very safe and peaceful for a solo visitor, and the Madrona trees everywhere are just beautiful.”
“This was an easy walk for those looking for a place to get outside and see a view of Anacortes.”
Some of the best views of Anacortes. Lots of areas to sit, there even grass for your dog and walking trails. Parking lot fits 8-10 cars. Update This place is just as beautiful at night. Happened to come on a full moon. Incredible!
My brother found this cool viewpoint. You can see the entire town from up there as well as views of the water. Roads are a bit narrow when driving up. There is a small path you can take near the sign for more views. Didn't notice any bathrooms up here. Really cool spot.
I grew up going to this peak and have gone there every time I'm back in town, so dozens. You can drive up to the top or hike up from below. They recently built a new lookout to the East and I'm thrilled about it! This is a great place to catch a sunrise, sunset, have lunch, take photos or even get engaged 💍.
Rocking outcrop and hill overlooking the harbor area at Anacortes. You need to be pretty careful with the young kids, but it is also beautiful, gorgeous, and amazingly fun to explore. I wished the weather and clouds had cooperated better, but this park is a must visit if you are in the area.
Trail conditions & character
“Cap Sante park and view point is a very Awesome view point bring a folding chair and get here early there is about 10 parking spots we saw a lot of people playing with R.”
“Cap Sante park and view point is a very Awesome view point bring a folding chair and get here early there is about 10 parking spots we saw a lot of people playing with R.”
“Watch for deer on the way up, the road is narrow and a little steep, going up and coming down I saw 2 deer feeding right along the road.”
“It felt very safe and peaceful for a solo visitor, and the Madrona trees everywhere are just beautiful.”
Plan your run at Cap Sante Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- Websitecityofanacortes.org
- Phone(360) 293-1918
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–10 PM |
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