The Clinton dock and its forested hillside seen from the deck of the arriving ferry
Arriving at the Clinton dock · Photo: Joe Mabel (CC BY-SA 3.0)

By ferry · Mukilteo to Clinton

Landing at Clinton

You disembark in Clinton, the seaside community at the island's south end. Langley, Freeland, Bayview and Greenbank are all up the road from the dock.

What the crossing is like

  • The crossing itself is around 15 minutes.
  • Service generally begins shortly after 5 a.m. and runs until 1 a.m.
  • Typically two boats serve the route, carrying 120 to 140 vehicles each.
  • You can walk on, and the return trip for walk-on passengers is free.
  • Fridays, especially going into three-day weekends, are prone to backups at the holding lanes.

Check today's boats on the Washington State Ferries schedule (opens in a new context). On busy Fridays, the holding lanes fill early. Leave margin or walk on.

In reach from Clinton

  1. Clinton 9 places
  2. Langley 27 places
  3. Freeland 16 places
  4. Greenbank 10 places

South Whidbey holds 42 things to do and 24 places to stay in the Program's directory.

South Whidbey

Clinton

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Glendale Shepherd

Aged & fresh sheep’s milk cheeses and yogurt year-round. Lamb available seasonally. Glendale Shepherd…

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Glendale Shepherd Cheeses

Taste the variety of cheeses of Glendale Shepherd available at farmers markets throughout the region, their…

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Possession Point

Possession Point is the southernmost point of Whidbey Island and, therefore closest to Seattle. The pebble…

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Dave Mackie Park

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Aldermarsh

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Clinton Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center

Discover Clinton Gateway to Whidbey Island As soon as you're off the ferry, you’re in the community of Clinton. With shopping, farms to visit and…

3 more in Clinton, in the full directory

South Whidbey

Langley

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Inn at Langley

The Inn at Langley is a place to relax and rejuvenate. Located in Langley, overlooking the Saratoga Passage…

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Bayview Farmers Market

Saturdays - April 25 - October 17. 10:00 a. m. - 2:00 p. m. The popular Bayview Farmers Market is centrally…

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Taproom at Bayview Corner

The taproom features a wide rotating selection of regional beer and cider on tap along with a big selection…

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South Whidbey School Farm Stand

Lettuce, peas, bok choi, kale, spinach, radishes, turnips, carrots, beets, zucchini, winter squashes…

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South Whidbey Tilth Farm Stand

Eggs, flowers, vegetables, berries, plant starts. Honor system payments cash, checks, credit cards; place in…

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South Whidbey Historical Museum

The South Whidbey Historical Museum in Langley, presents the artifacts and stories of the history of settling…

First Street in Langley: painted storefronts, the rainbow crosswalk, and Saratoga Passage at the end of the block
First Street, Langley

21 more in Langley, in the full directory

South Whidbey

Freeland

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Freeland Cafe

The Freeland Cafe is a small-town cafe with a classic American-style menu designed to satisfy your craving…

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Mutiny Bay Blues

Fresh from Whidbey Island, the blueberries of Mutiny Bay Blues have become a regional and chef's favorite…

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Double Bluff Beach

Already known as one of the best beaches in Washington State, Double Bluff beach is also among the nation's…

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Mutiny Bay Ocean Breeze Retreat

Sleeps 6 3 Bedrooms 2.5 Bath Rates Nightly: $225, $400 Weekly: $1575, $2800 Rates are subject to change. UNIT…

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Beachfront Condo - Mutiny Bay

Sleeps 6 2 Bedrooms 2 Bath Rates Nightly: $155 - $250 Weekly: $990 - $1,750 UNIT 266 - Tara Vacation Rentals…

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Freeland Park - Holmes Harbor

With a great view of Holmes Harbor, this park is a local favorite. Besides a boat ramp and dock, amenities…

Families digging clams on the flats at Double Bluff Beach below the seawall
Double Bluff Beach near Freeland

10 more in Freeland, in the full directory

South Whidbey

Greenbank

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Greenbank Pantry and Deli

The Greenbank Pantry is a small grocery store with everyday basics, specialty items, coffee, beer, wine…

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South Whidbey State Park

The park features 347 acres of old-growth forest and stunning views of the Puget Sound and Olympic Mountains.

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Greenbank Farm

Art, Food, Shopping, Wetlands, and Trails Greenbank Farm is a special treasure for Whidbey Island and a…

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Greenbank Farm Wine Shop

Open daily from 11 am to 5 pm. Located at the historic Greenbank Farm, the wine shop specializes in Whidbey…

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Camano Vista Paradise

Sleeps 6 3 bedrooms - 2 baths Rates: Nightly: $175 - $299 Weekly: $1050 - $2093 Unit 250 - Tara Vacation…

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Greenbank Getaway

Sleeps 6 No pets allowed Rates: Nightly: $125 - $160 Weekly: $750 - $1100 UNIT #192 Enjoy a spectacular…

The red 1904 barn at Greenbank Farm above its field, water and the mainland beyond
Greenbank Farm

4 more in Greenbank, in the full directory

On in South Whidbey

  • Tuesday Concerts in the Park South Whidbey Community Park · 5495 Maxwelton Rd., Langley
  • Meerkerk Garden Tours Meerkerk Gardens · 3531 Meerkerk Lane, Greenbank
  • Bayview Corner Street Dances Bayview Cash Store · 5603 Bayview Rd, Langley
  • Island Shakespeare Festival: Robin Hood of Sherwood Forest Island Shakespeare Festival · 5476 Maxwelton Road, Langley