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Iverson Spit

Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area
48.2111, -122.4422 Map & Directions
Length
1.0 miles, roundtrip
Hobbit Trail at Iverson Spit. Photo by j brink. Full-size image
  • Wildflowers/Meadows
  • Mountain views
  • Wildlife
  • Good for kids
  • Dogs allowed on leash
  • Fall foliage
  • Coast

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If you've been to Cama Beach and Camano Island State Parks, and you're looking for another diversion on Camano Island, consider Iverson Spit Waterfront Preserve. This delightful area offers some short hiking trails and, of course, ever present views of the Cascade Mountains and shoreline wandering. Continue reading

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Hiking Iverson Spit

If you've been to Cama Beach and Camano Island State Parks, and you're looking for another diversion on Camano Island, consider Iverson Spit Waterfront Preserve. This delightful area offers some short hiking trails and, of course, ever present views of the Cascade Mountains and shoreline wandering.

Come to picnic or wander along the beach, but definitely make this stop if you're a birdwatcher. 125 bird species have been spotted here! The preserve will hold children and adults attention for a forest exploration and seaside stroll.

Explore the hidden Hobbitt Trail leading you through a thicket of moss covered trees and bushes under a bower of mossy branches, out to a canal with views of the Sound.

Found on Port Susan Bay at the opening of Livingston Bay, this area is about 10 minutes from Stanwood. You'll enjoy views northeast across Port Susan Bay of the Cascades: Mount Baker, Glacier Peak, Mount Pilchuck and others.

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Iverson Spit

Map & Directions

Trailhead
Co-ordinates: 48.2111, -122.4422 Open in Google Maps

Before You Go

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Parking Pass/Entry Fee

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WTA Pro Tip: Save a copy of our directions before you leave! App-based driving directions aren't always accurate and data connections may be unreliable as you drive to the trailhead.

Getting There

From I-5, take Exit 212 and head west for 10 miles on Highway 532. Pass through Stanwood, and cross the bridge onto Camano Island. Stay left on East North Camano Drive. Then at the light turn left on Sunrise Boulevard and go 2.5 miles. Turn left on Iverson Beach Road, turn left at a T intersection and head downhill. Make another left at the next intersection and drive to the preserve at the end of the road.

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Puget Sound and Islands > Seattle-Tacoma Area

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