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Parks and Recreation
 
The Parks and Recreation Department seeks to preserve and enhance the quality of life that our residents enjoy by providing quality recreational facilities and opportunities regardless of age, race, sex, wealth and ability.

The Parks and Recreation Department is responsible for the following:

  • Maintenance of all parks
  • Operation of recreation programs
  • Grand View Cemetery
  • Washington Park
  • Anacortes Community Forest Lands
  • Community Center Rentals
  • City Facilities Maintenance
  • Grounds at City owned facilities
  • Park planning and development
  • Field scheduling
  • Tree Keeper Fund
  • Conservation Easement Program


Washington Park Camping Reservations 2012

Reservations for camping will be accepted beginning May 14,2012 and will end on September, 2012. See more

 
2012 Outdoor Loaned Sculpture Program-Call to Artists

The Anacortes Arts Commission is proud to announce its third annual Outdoor Sculpture Exhibition. The Exhibit expands a strong community tradition of promoting the arts through art events and public art projects. Sculptures will be placed in visible public locations including streets, parks, etc. The Anacortes Arts Commission will promote the sale of the sculpture. See more

 
Donate Towards the Roundabout Sculpture!

The City of Anacortes Arts Commission is seeking donations for the artwork "Aerie" to be placed in the Commercial Avenue Roundabout to make this a unique entrance to Anacortes. Submissions were made by various Northwest artists and a jury chose the artwork by Merrilee Moore. Grants have been received to cover some of the costs but additional funding is needed. If you would like to donate, please make checks payable to: Anacortes Parks Foundation - P.O. Box 1902, Anacortes, WA  See more

 
Mt. Erie Voluntary Closure is lifted

The voluntary closure area on Mt. Erie due to nesting Peregrine Falcons has been reopened. See more

 
Heart Lake Milfoil Plan Update

The public is welcome to attend the Forest Advisory Board meeting on Thursday, May 3rd at 7pm at the Senior Activity Center (1701 22nd Street). The Board will review and discuss the Heart Lake Milfoil plan.  See more

 
Heart Lake Master Plan

The Heart Lake Master Plan as approved by the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission and Forest Advisory Board is available here with public comments attached.  See more

 
New Geocaching Rules in the Community Forest Lands

The City will be asking geocachers to comply with new regulations for placing caches in the Anacortes Community Forest Lands. See more

 
Parks & Recreation and Forest Lands Comprehensive Plans

City Council approved the Parks and Forest Lands Comprehensive Plans on Monday, November 2nd. See more

 
Help Stop Invasive Plants in the ACFL

Help us stop the spread of invasive plants in the Anacortes Community Forest lands with these easy steps. See more

 
The City of Anacortes Parks and Recreation Department does not discriminate against any person on the basis of gender in the operation, conduct, or administration of community athletic programs or sports facilities. Any citizen who feels she or he has been the victim of discriminatory treatment in violation of this policy should report this concern to the Parks and Recreation Director, Gary Robinson, at 293-1918.
 
Contact Us
 
Anacortes Parks & Recreation
904 6th Street
P.O. Box 547
Anacortes WA, 98221
Phone (360) 293-1918
Fax (360) 293-1928