March Point Heronry – Tommy Thompson Trestle loop from South March Point Rd at Thompson EB

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March Point Heronry – Tommy Thompson Trestle loop from South March Point Rd at Thompson EB

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March Point Heronry – Tommy Thompson Trestle loop from South March Point Rd at Thompson EB

03:58

65.4km

460m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 11, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.74 km

March Point Heronry

Highlight • Natural

Between Padilla and Fidalgo Bays lies an island sanctuary, home to a vast Great Blue Heron colony, one of the West's largest. In 2019, 680 nests were spotted, with numbers …

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3.95 km

The Twin Bridges Bike Lane

Highlight • Cycleway

The main line off the island! Use the handy bike lane on the Westbound bridge.

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15.3 km

The waterfront is filled with quaint coffee joints, pubs, seafood restaurants, and cafes. There are public restrooms across from the rib house. A promenade takes you along the water with views of the docks.

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16.9 km

Rainbow Bridge View of La Conner and Shelter Bay

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

Rainbow Bridge offers views to La Conner and Shelter Bay from above the Swinomish Channel. There is a little walkway on either side so you can enjoy the views without worrying about traffic.

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21.1 km

Snee-oosh Beach

Beach

57.6 km

Cap Sante Marina

Highlight • Rest Area

Anacortes is a base for recreational boating and has a marina. A brewery and a small regional airport are also part of this small town.

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62.2 km

Tommy Thompson Trestle

Highlight • Bridge

Tommy Thompson Parkway is a great car-free route out to March Point, with nice water views along the trestle. But heads up—seagulls drop shells here to crack them open, leaving …

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