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Update 11/4/2024 at 12:50pm:
At this time, the Guemes Island Ferry is suspending all ferry operations until further notice. Sea conditions have deteriorated to a point where it is not safe for our passengers, crew, or ferry to operate.
Thank you for your understanding during this weather event. We will send another update late this afternoon, or as sea conditions change.
Written Comment Open for Draft 2025 Guemes Ferry Fare Schedule through Friday, September 20th.
The public may provide written comments on the draft 2025 Guemes Island ferry fare schedule through this Friday, September 20th, at 4:30 p.m. by emailing ferrycomments@co.skagit.wa.us and including a full name and address.
The County Commissioners are interested in public input on the following topics related to the draft ferry fare schedule:
- Draft 2024 Ferry Fare Revenue Target Report
- Proposed 2025 ferry fare schedule
- 2024 Ferry Fare Revenue Target Report
- Expiration dates for single-ride tickets
- Standardizing the 15% discount on multi-ride passes year-round
- Eliminating multi-ride passes (thereby eliminating the expiration dates)
- Changing the expiration dates on multi-ride passes from 90 days to 45 days
- Proposed charter rate for requested private trips
- Charging for parking in Anacortes
- Proposed rate for emergency response
- During regular ferry hours of operation
- Outside regular ferry hours of operation
The following reports are available on the Guemes Island ferry documents page on our website:
Skagit County Public Works presented the draft 2024 ferry fare revenue target report and proposed 2025 ferry fare schedule to the Skagit Board of County Commissioners on Monday, August 5th. To rewatch the hearing, please visit the TV21 archive page.
September 11, 2024
Skagit County Commissioners to Host Public Hearing on Draft 2025 Guemes Island Ferry Fare Schedule
On Tuesday, September 17th, at 3:00 p.m. The public is invited to join and provide comment in person.
August 9, 2024
Draft 2024 Ferry Fare Revenue Target Report Available
Public Hearing Scheduled Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at 3:00pm.
May 23, 2024
Guemes Island Ferry Electronic Ticketing System Launch Delayed
The original launch date for the new system was June 6, 2024
May 3, 2024
Guemes Island Ferry Ticketing Meeting Scheduled for May 20, 2024
Skagit County Public Works staff will host a Guemes Island ferry ticketing community meeting on Monday, May 20th.
April 26, 2024
Guemes Island Ferry Ticket Expiration Policy
Skagit County is aware of the complaints submitted regarding the expiration policy of Guemes Island ferry punch cards.
We're thrilled to announce the launch of our new electronic ticketing system, provided by Anchor. Anchor's prestigious clientele includes Pierce County Ferries, San Francisco Bay Ferry, NYC Ferry, Fisher Island Ferry, and many more.
Soon you'll have the convenience of pre-purchasing ferry tickets via Skagit County's website using Anchor's user-friendly, mobile-ready platform. Upon purchase, you'll receive a QR code, simplifying boarding procedures.
For those who prefer in-person transactions, tickets will still be available at the ferry office in Anacortes, located within the main lobby of the terminal building. Acceptable forms of payment at the ferry terminal include credit, debit, contactless (apple pay and google pay). No cash will be accepted at the ferry terminal; however, in-person cash payments can be accepted at 1800 Continental Place, Mount Vernon, WA, M-F 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Contact
Captain Rachel Rowe
Ferry Operations Division Manager
Skagit County Public Works
Anacortes Terminal - 500 I Ave.
Anacortes, WA 98221
Ferry Terminal: (360) 293-6433
Fax: (360) 293-1899
pw@co.skagit.wa.us
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