The Washington State Ferry system has got to be the most underrated public transport system in the US. It’s not much of a surprise to Washingtonians, but it gets little buzz outside the PNW.
You can drive, bike, or walk onto the ferry and for a low cost it can take you to some of the coolest spots on the Puget Sound or Olympic Peninsula.
I’ve taken this thing to the San Juan Islands, Bainbridge Island, Seattle, Anacortes, Orcas…
I love being able to get out of my car and explore around the passenger area. Sitting at one of these tables staring out onto the ocean is a vibe.
Of course, I can never spend the whole ride there. As long as the weather allows, I love climbing on to the deck for the open air.
First time I took my kid he absolutely loved it- and here’s the thing that for me cements it as the best public transport in the U.S.
We totally saw an orca.