Anacortes ferry pauses after bridge check

Arrow Launch is running two passenger-only trips tonight from Cap Sante at 8:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. The company confirmed this schedule at 7:10 p.m. on Monday, October 26. Passengers must buy tickets to board, and crew members are at the dock to assist with boarding and ticket scanning.

The change follows a WSDOT inspection this afternoon that found an issue with the Anacortes bridge infrastructure. Skagit County canceled regular service immediately to allow for additional checks. Those inspections are scheduled for Tuesday morning, October 27. The county will release more details after the work is done.

Arrow Launch plans to resume passenger-only service on Tuesday morning from Cap Sante. The first run leaves at 6:30 a.m., and the final departure is at 9:15 a.m. This follows the normal sailing schedule for that time of day. The company noted that they are not using the usual terminal, so passengers with mobility concerns should speak to the crew upon arrival for support.

The Port of Anacortes posted a map showing where vehicles can park. Drivers must avoid areas marked no parking so port operations can continue. The ferry division is working to keep passenger service running while the bridge situation is resolved.