We took a trip over Deception Pass to Whidbey Island two weeks ago and spent the evening exploring Fort Casey.
Constructed in the late 1800s, the fort was part of a three fort defense system for the entrance to the Puget Sound (along with Fort Worden and Fort Flagler) and was known as the “Triangle of Fire.”
The advanced technology of the 10 inch guns was quickly outpaced by advancements in warships and the advent of airplanes, which rendered them obsolete before ever seeing any real action outside of training. They are still really cool to see up close!
Visitors are able to freely explore the bunkers and engage in epic rounds of Marco Polo or Hide-and-Seek while reading up on the information panels displayed throughout the facility. Bring a flashlight to make sure you don’t miss anything.
We definitely recommend proceeding with caution while exploring the exterior. There are many dangerous staircases and sudden drop offs, so make sure the young ones are paying attention while running around and exploring.
Be sure to visit Washington State Parks for more information on the history of the site and the park amenities.
The park is quite expansive, including waterfront access, camping, hiking, and more. As usual we had no shortage of furry friends to visit while we were here 🙂
Fort Casey Gallery
