Welcome to Anderson Island
Thank you for stopping by and seeing what is new and exciting here on Anderson Island.
(Note: As of 05/01/17, this is now the new location for ExploreAndersonIsland.com. We are currently porting over all the blog posts that were on that site and will continue to post updates about Anderson Island here. If you have any questions, please email us…thanks!)
We will be sharing links to sites and posting articles that have information on anything that is of interest that has to to with Anderson Island.
Are you looking for information on the ferry schedule so you can plan a visit? We have that here.
Looking for information on rentals on the island? We have that here.
Looking for information on events that are happening on Anderson Island? You’ve come to the right place.
You can explore Anderson Island from the comfort of your living room by visiting our site. When you are ready to visit the island you will already have a great idea of just what to expect and what it is you want to do.
Thanks for stopping in and we are looking forward to seeing you become a regular visitor here.
About Anderson Island
Anderson Island is the southernmost island in Puget Sound and is located in Pierce County in Washington State. Access to Anderson Island is by a ferry operated by Piece County or by private boat. The ferry ride is approximately twenty minutes and is one of the most enjoyable ways we know to spend 20 minutes.
Anderson Island is approximately 7.75 square miles in size. Around 1100 people call Anderson Island home year round. During the summer the population swells to over 4000. Named in 1841 by Charles Wilkes to repay the efforts of Mr. Anderson and Captain McNeill. Anderson Island has played a role in the commerce of the Puget Sound region. Starting in the 1870’s the sale of wood to the wood burning steamers that were used on Puget Sound was the primary industry on Anderson Island. Later brick making, farming and fishing were the industries that kept the island going.
Anderson Island Blog Posts
Hi there! We’re back well sort of…. we are looking for someone or many someone’s who would like to help us build up the site again. If you have a interest in Anderson Island and would like to donate some time to help publish articles on events, people, and other interesting things happening on or …
Are you looking for a fun way to explore Anderson Island? Try the Anderson Island on Saturday September 7th. The scramble starts at 10am and you will have three hours to visit the checkpoints and get to the finish line. If you return late you will penalized for every minute you are late. Better not …
Building lots on Anderson Island are such a great value. You can (as of this post) pick up a building lot on Anderson Island for under $3,000 There are dozens of lots for sale that are value priced. The lots come with Electricity and Water available in the street. The lots also include access to …
It is that time of year for the Annual Anderson Island Historical Society Salmon Bake at The Johnson Farm. Saturday July 6th from Noon to 3pm join your friends and neighbors at The Johnson Farm for the annual Anderson Island Salmon Bake. Tickets cost $15.00 or $10.00 for the reduced dinner. The proceeds help Anderson …
It’s almost time for the annual Anderson Island Peak Season Ferry Rates to go into effect. Starting May 1, 2013 and lasting until October 1, 2013 Pierce County Ferry System will increase the rates collected to travel to Anderson Island. Here are the rate for the Anderson Island Ferry. Fares are for a round trip. …
All residents of Pierce County are invited to two community meetings to learn about the proposed changes to the ferry schedule. You can attend the Community Meeting tonight October 29th 2012 at the Steilacoom Town Hall at 6pm The Steilacoom Town Hall is located at 1715 Lafayette Steilacoom, WA 98388. The next opportunity is November …
Anderson Island will have the annual Apple Squeeze this Saturday October 13th. From 11am until 2pm. Come and see the Recycrows sponsored by LeMay. Scarecrows made out of all recycled items. There will be live music, food, fun, the last farmers market of the year, and much more. Don’t miss out! Bring the kids and …
I was reading the The Tacoma News Tribune today and I came across the article on What’s Next for McNeil Island? I started thinking what if any impact the decision on McNeil Island will have on Anderson Island? Will this be a benefit to the island? or will it negatively impact the island. The article …
Anderson Island Community Club Annual Holiday Bazaar November 25th and 26th 2011 from 9am to 4pm Food, Fun, and Shopping. Photos with Santa from 11am to 2pm Bring the kids! Snack bar open from 10:30 to 2:00 What a great opportunity to get out an see Anderson Island and do some holiday …
I was surfing the Internet tonight and while searching for things related to Anderson Island I found a web page that has a list of the people who are buried in the Anderson Island Cemetery. At first this kind of gave me the chills then I realized that web pages like this one are amazing …
Looking for a fun way to spend your evening this coming Saturday? If you’re close to Anderson Island you should hop the ferry and go spend the day and part of the evening exploring Anderson Island then attend the All Island Dance at The Johnson Farm. The dance starts at 6pm and runs until 9:30 …
It’s summer in Washington State and it’s time we do something to celebrate! Who wants to help us plan a pot luck picnic on Anderson Island in August? The idea here is that we get a group of people who appreciate Anderson Island or are curious about Anderson Island and we all go to the …
One of the beautiful things about Anderson Island is that it is such a quiet and tranquil place. If you are considering getting away for a day or a weekend then you will need to consider lodging on the island. Anderson Island does not have a hotel so you cannot simply call and make reservations …
Memorial Day on Anderson Island. There will be things to do and one of the events will the the Anderson Island Historical Societies Farm Day. Held on Saturday the Johnson Farm will have a plant sale, the gardens will be open and many other activities. Make sure if you’re on the island that you stop …
Doing a bit of reading about Anderson Island and I came across two titles that appear to be quite interesting. Both are written by Hazel Heckman and are published by the University of Washington Press. I was able to find both title at the Tacoma Public Library although I plan on picking both up to …
The Partners in Preservation 2010 popular voting is over and the winner is the Schooner Adventuress. The winning entry receives the $125,000 grant. Also receiving a grant of $125,000 is the Town Hall Seattle. This is due to the extreme closeness of the voting. On the final day of voting the top two sites swapped …
The Anderson Island Citizens’ Advisory Board meeting is scheduled for 7pm on May 14th. To be held at the Anderson Island Community Club. At this time the agenda has not been set. The meeting is open to the public and your input is encouraged. Meetings are held on the second Friday of every month at …
One of the things that we always want to know is what is the weather like today when we are planning on getting out to explore someplace. When you have to take a ferry to get somewhere it also helps to have a good idea if there are any problems on either side that can …