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ZarkleToor at 04:04, 16 April 2026

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	The last 10% of standard vehicle space is kept open for emergency and stand-by vehicles. More stand-by space may be available if there are no-shows or cancellations.		The last 10% of standard vehicle space is kept open for emergency and stand-by vehicles. More stand-by space may be available if there are no-shows or cancellations.

	<s>'''TIPS: Set your alarm and have your computer ready to go, website open, ready to select the time you want, with credit card info, etc. or risk not being able to check out. Also, if you miss it initially, check again after 30 or 60 minutes when the unpaid carts get re-released. This is the game we all play 2 weeks and 2 days beforehand.''' In 2022, we had more luck checking out as a guest and not logging into an account. You'll also have less frustration trying on the 2 weeks and 2 days before release dates because the initial release date 2 months prior is for sailing dates for the entire summer, not just one specific day, so there is a lot more website traffic on that day. Normally, carts expire in 30 minutes but in 2022 everyone's carts were timing out before they were able to check out and WSDOT caught on and changed it to 60 minutes; so if you keep refreshing and wait until 8a, you may get lucky. It is also recommended to do random checks because if someone cancels their reservation, it becomes immediately available again on their website.</s>

	'''**New in 2024''', WSF has implemented a [https://secureapps.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries/reservations/vehicle/default.aspx?op=Make+reservations#FAQ virtual waiting room] to prevent website overload and deliver fair access during this high-demand period. Before reservations open, early visitors will enter a virtual holding area called the pre-queue. The pre-queue will be activated 30 minutes prior to the reservation release at 9:30 a.m. (or 6:30 a.m.). When reservations open, customers in the virtual waiting room will see their place in line, estimated wait time, and will have the option to receive an email notification with a link to your place in line so you can return to the site when it’s your turn. You can also monitor your estimated wait time from another device or location if needed.		'''**New in 2024''', WSF has implemented a [https://secureapps.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries/reservations/vehicle/default.aspx?op=Make+reservations#FAQ virtual waiting room] to prevent website overload and deliver fair access during this high-demand period. Before reservations open, early visitors will enter a virtual holding area called the pre-queue. The pre-queue will be activated 30 minutes prior to the reservation release at 9:30 a.m. (or 6:30 a.m.). When reservations open, customers in the virtual waiting room will see their place in line, estimated wait time, and will have the option to receive an email notification with a link to your place in line so you can return to the site when it’s your turn. You can also monitor your estimated wait time from another device or location if needed.

	'''TIPS:'''		'''TIPS:'''
	*Set your alarm and have your computer ready to go, website open, ready to select the time you want, with credit card info, etc. or risk not being able to check out.		*Set your alarm and have your computer ready to go, website open, ready to select the time you want, with credit card info, etc. or risk not being able to check out.
			*When trying to book round trip reservations in April, select your Sunday return trip first and get it in your cart before selecting your Wednesday arrival since those are in higher demand.
	*You'll have less frustration trying on the 2 weeks and 2 days before release dates because the initial release date 2 months prior is for sailing dates for the entire summer, not just one specific day, so there is a lot more website traffic on that day.		*You'll have less frustration trying on the 2 weeks and 2 days before release dates because the initial release date 2 months prior is for sailing dates for the entire summer, not just one specific day, so there is a lot more website traffic on that day.
	*It is also recommended to do random checks because if someone cancels their reservation, it becomes immediately available again on their website.		*It is also recommended to do random checks because if someone cancels their reservation, it becomes immediately available again on their website. (our ticket sales work the same way)

	==Day of Travel==		==Day of Travel==

ZarkleToor at 21:34, 25 March 2026

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	The last 10% of standard vehicle space is kept open for emergency and stand-by vehicles. More stand-by space may be available if there are no-shows or cancellations.		The last 10% of standard vehicle space is kept open for emergency and stand-by vehicles. More stand-by space may be available if there are no-shows or cancellations.

	'''TIPS: Set your alarm and have your computer ready to go, website open, ready to select the time you want, with credit card info, etc. or risk not being able to check out. ~~<s>~~Also, if you miss it initially, check again after 30 or 60 minutes when the unpaid carts get re-released. This is the game we all play 2 weeks and 2 days beforehand.''' In 2022, we had more luck checking out as a guest and not logging into an account. You'll also have less frustration trying on the 2 weeks and 2 days before release dates because the initial release date 2 months prior is for sailing dates for the entire summer, not just one specific day, so there is a lot more website traffic on that day. Normally, carts expire in 30 minutes but in 2022 everyone's carts were timing out before they were able to check out and WSDOT caught on and changed it to 60 minutes; so if you keep refreshing and wait until 8a, you may get lucky. It is also recommended to do random checks because if someone cancels their reservation, it becomes immediately available again on their website. </s>		<s>'''TIPS: Set your alarm and have your computer ready to go, website open, ready to select the time you want, with credit card info, etc. or risk not being able to check out. Also, if you miss it initially, check again after 30 or 60 minutes when the unpaid carts get re-released. This is the game we all play 2 weeks and 2 days beforehand.''' In 2022, we had more luck checking out as a guest and not logging into an account. You'll also have less frustration trying on the 2 weeks and 2 days before release dates because the initial release date 2 months prior is for sailing dates for the entire summer, not just one specific day, so there is a lot more website traffic on that day. Normally, carts expire in 30 minutes but in 2022 everyone's carts were timing out before they were able to check out and WSDOT caught on and changed it to 60 minutes; so if you keep refreshing and wait until 8a, you may get lucky. It is also recommended to do random checks because if someone cancels their reservation, it becomes immediately available again on their website.</s>

	'''**New in 2024''', WSF has implemented a [https://secureapps.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries/reservations/vehicle/default.aspx?op=Make+reservations#FAQ virtual waiting room] to prevent website overload and deliver fair access during this high-demand period. Before reservations open, early visitors will enter a virtual holding area called the pre-queue. The pre-queue will be activated 30 minutes prior to the reservation release at 9:30 a.m. When reservations open, customers in the virtual waiting room will see their place in line, estimated wait time, and will have the option to receive an email notification with a link to your place in line so you can return to the site when it’s your turn. You can also monitor your estimated wait time from another device or location if needed.		'''**New in 2024''', WSF has implemented a [https://secureapps.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries/reservations/vehicle/default.aspx?op=Make+reservations#FAQ virtual waiting room] to prevent website overload and deliver fair access during this high-demand period. Before reservations open, early visitors will enter a virtual holding area called the pre-queue. The pre-queue will be activated 30 minutes prior to the reservation release at 9:30 a.m. (or 6:30 a.m.). When reservations open, customers in the virtual waiting room will see their place in line, estimated wait time, and will have the option to receive an email notification with a link to your place in line so you can return to the site when it’s your turn. You can also monitor your estimated wait time from another device or location if needed.

			'''TIPS:'''
			*Set your alarm and have your computer ready to go, website open, ready to select the time you want, with credit card info, etc. or risk not being able to check out.
			*You'll have less frustration trying on the 2 weeks and 2 days before release dates because the initial release date 2 months prior is for sailing dates for the entire summer, not just one specific day, so there is a lot more website traffic on that day.
			*It is also recommended to do random checks because if someone cancels their reservation, it becomes immediately available again on their website.

	==Day of Travel==		==Day of Travel==

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2026-03-25T21:22:58Z

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ZarkleToor: update to 2026 dates

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	==Reservation Release Dates==		==Reservation Release Dates==
	The summer sailing season begins June 16, ~~2024~~. Vehicle reservations will be available beginning '''Tuesday, April 16 at 10:00 a.m. PT'''. On the Anacortes/San Juan Islands routes, space is released according to the following schedule:		The summer sailing season begins June 14, 2026. Vehicle reservations will be available beginning '''Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. PT'''. On the Anacortes/San Juan Islands routes, space is released according to the following schedule:
	*2 months before the season start date at 10:00 a.m. PT: 25% of standard vehicle space is released and all 75% of tall, non-standard vehicle space is released		*2 months before the season start date at 10:00 a.m. PT: 25% of standard vehicle space is released and all 75% of tall, non-standard vehicle space is released
	*2 weeks before each sailing date at '''7:00 a.m. PT''': Additional 25% of standard vehicle space is released		*2 weeks before each sailing date at '''7:00 a.m. PT''': Additional 25% of standard vehicle space is released

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	[[Image:Ferrysunset.jpg\|thumb\|right\|300px\|alt="sunset sail on the ferry"\|"sunset is the best time to take the ferry"]]		[[Image:Ferrysunset.jpg\|thumb\|right\|300px\|alt="sunset sail on the ferry"\|"sunset is the best time to take the ferry"]]

	''This information is from [https://wsdot.wa.gov ~~WSDOT~~]. Please check their site for the most up-to-date information.''		''This information is from [https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel/washington-state-ferries Washington State Ferries (WSF)]. Please check their site for the most up-to-date information.''

	If you are driving a vehicle, don't forget to make your [https://secureapps.wsdot.wa.gov/Ferries/Reservations/Vehicle/default.aspx ferry reservation] from Anacortes to Orcas Island, WA.		If you are driving a vehicle, don't forget to make your [https://secureapps.wsdot.wa.gov/Ferries/Reservations/Vehicle/default.aspx ferry reservation] from Anacortes to Orcas Island, WA.
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	==Reservation Release Dates==		==Reservation Release Dates==
	The summer sailing season begins June 16, 2024. On the Anacortes/San Juan Islands routes, space is released according to the following schedule:		The summer sailing season begins June 16, 2024. Vehicle reservations will be available beginning '''Tuesday, April 16 at 10:00 a.m. PT'''. On the Anacortes/San Juan Islands routes, space is released according to the following schedule:
	*2 months before the season start date at 10:00 a.m. PT: 25% of standard vehicle space is released and all 75% of tall, non-standard vehicle space is released		*2 months before the season start date at 10:00 a.m. PT: 25% of standard vehicle space is released and all 75% of tall, non-standard vehicle space is released
	*2 weeks before each sailing date at '''7:00 a.m. PT''': Additional 25% of standard vehicle space is released		*2 weeks before each sailing date at '''7:00 a.m. PT''': Additional 25% of standard vehicle space is released
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	'''TIPS: Set your alarm and have your computer ready to go, website open, ready to select the time you want, with credit card info, etc. or risk not being able to check out. Also, if you miss it initially, check again after 30 or 60 minutes when the unpaid carts get re-released. This is the game we all play 2 weeks and 2 days beforehand.''' In 2022, we had more luck checking out as a guest and not logging into an account. You'll also have less frustration trying on the 2 weeks and 2 days before release dates because the initial release date 2 months prior is for sailing dates for the entire summer, not just one specific day, so there is a lot more website traffic on that day. Normally, carts expire in 30 minutes but in 2022 everyone's carts were timing out before they were able to check out and WSDOT caught on and changed it to 60 minutes; so if you keep refreshing and wait until 8a, you may get lucky. It is also recommended to do random checks because if someone cancels their reservation, it becomes immediately available again on their website.		'''TIPS: Set your alarm and have your computer ready to go, website open, ready to select the time you want, with credit card info, etc. or risk not being able to check out. Also, if you miss it initially, check again after 30 or 60 minutes when the unpaid carts get re-released. This is the game we all play 2 weeks and 2 days beforehand.''' In 2022, we had more luck checking out as a guest and not logging into an account. You'll also have less frustration trying on the 2 weeks and 2 days before release dates because the initial release date 2 months prior is for sailing dates for the entire summer, not just one specific day, so there is a lot more website traffic on that day. Normally, carts expire in 30 minutes but in 2022 everyone's carts were timing out before they were able to check out and WSDOT caught on and changed it to 60 minutes; so if you keep refreshing and wait until 8a, you may get lucky. It is also recommended to do random checks because if someone cancels their reservation, it becomes immediately available again on their website.

			'''**New in 2024''', WSF has implemented a virtual waiting room to prevent website overload and deliver fair access during this high-demand period. Customers accessing the site who are directed to the waiting room will see their place in line, estimated expected wait time, and will have the option to receive a notification and come back to the site when it is their turn.

	==Day of Travel==		==Day of Travel==

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	During normal operations, 75% of the space on each vessel is available to reserve, and the remaining 25% of vehicle deck space is held open for emergency and stand-by vehicles. Additional standby space may also be available due to no shows. In the event of a service disruption, new reservations may be unavailable, and existing reservation holders will be prioritized over standby traffic.		During normal operations, 75% of the space on each vessel is available to reserve, and the remaining 25% of vehicle deck space is held open for emergency and stand-by vehicles. Additional standby space may also be available due to no shows. In the event of a service disruption, new reservations may be unavailable, and existing reservation holders will be prioritized over standby traffic.

	'''~~TIP~~: Set your alarm and have your computer ready to go, website open~~, account logged in~~, ready to select the time you want, with credit card info, etc. or risk not being able to check out. Also, if you miss it initially, check again after 30 minutes when the unpaid carts get re-released. This is the game we all play 2 weeks and 2 days beforehand.''' (and ~~be prepared~~ for ~~FerryCon~~ on ~~Sunday~~, ~~especially~~ if ~~a ferry~~ is ~~broken.~~. ~~which they always are)~~		'''TIPS: Set your alarm and have your computer ready to go, website open, ready to select the time you want, with credit card info, etc. or risk not being able to check out. Also, if you miss it initially, check again after 30 or 60 minutes when the unpaid carts get re-released. This is the game we all play 2 weeks and 2 days beforehand.''' In 2022, we had more luck checking out as a guest and not logging into an account. You'll also have less frustration trying on the 2 weeks and 2 days before release dates because the initial release date 2 months prior is for sailing dates for the entire summer, not just one specific day, so there is a lot more website traffic on that day. Normally, carts expire in 30 minutes but in 2022 everyone's carts were timing out before they were able to check out and WSDOT caught on and changed it to 60 minutes; so if you keep refreshing and wait until 8a, you may get lucky. It is also recommended to do random checks because if someone cancels their reservation, it becomes immediately available again on their website.

	==Day of Travel==		==Day of Travel==
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	You must arrive in advance of your sailing time. Plan to arrive and join the line 45-60 minutes in advance of a reserved sailing.		You must arrive in advance of your sailing time. Plan to arrive and join the line 45-60 minutes in advance of a reserved sailing.

	Drivers must check-in at a tollbooth '''at least 30 minutes before the reserved sailing time.''' If you don't check-in by that time, you will lose your reserved space and will be put in the standby queue (even if you are 1 minute late). On busy sailings, vehicles will have to wait in line before reaching the tollbooth or attendant. Keep this in mind when planning how far in advance to arrive.		'''Drivers must check-in at a ''tollbooth'' at least 30 minutes before the reserved sailing time.''' If you don't check-in by that time, you will lose your reserved space and will be put in the standby queue (even if you are 1 minute late). On busy sailings, vehicles will have to wait in line before reaching the tollbooth or attendant. Keep this in mind when planning how far in advance to arrive.

	Make sure to bring the printed or mobile barcode from the attachment in your confirmation email or the reservation confirmation number.		Make sure to bring the printed or mobile barcode from the attachment in your confirmation email or the reservation confirmation number.
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	*Vehicle and Passenger Tickets are only required when departing from Anacortes		*Vehicle and Passenger Tickets are only required when departing from Anacortes
	*All tickets for travel through the San Juan Islands are for roundtrip fares and cover the cost of your departure and return trips		*All tickets for travel through the San Juan Islands are for roundtrip fares and cover the cost of your departure and return trips

			(Your reservation is not your ticket. The credit card you entered to make your reservation is only used for the no-show fee; you can pay for your ticket however you want when you get to the tollbooth.)

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			[[Image:Ferrysunset.jpg\|thumb\|right\|300px\|alt="sunset sail on the ferry"\|"sunset is the best time to take the ferry"]]

	''This information is from [https://wsdot.wa.gov WSDOT]. Please check their site for the most up-to-date information.''		''This information is from [https://wsdot.wa.gov WSDOT]. Please check their site for the most up-to-date information.''

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	==Day of Travel==		==Day of Travel==
			[[Image:Ferrytrail.jpg\|right\|250px\|alt="ferry water trail"]]
	You must arrive in advance of your sailing time. Plan to arrive and join the line 45-60 minutes in advance of a reserved sailing.		You must arrive in advance of your sailing time. Plan to arrive and join the line 45-60 minutes in advance of a reserved sailing.

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	''This information is from [https://wsdot.wa.gov WSDOT]. Please check their site for the most up-to-date information.''		''This information is from [https://wsdot.wa.gov WSDOT]. Please check their site for the most up-to-date information.''

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	'''TIP: Set your alarm and have your computer ready to go, website open, account logged in, ready to select the time you want, with credit card info, etc. or risk not being able to check out. Also, if you miss it initially, check again after 30 minutes when the unpaid carts get re-released. This is the game we all play 2 weeks and 2 days beforehand.''' (and be prepared for FerryCon on Sunday, especially if a ferry is broken.. which they always are)		'''TIP: Set your alarm and have your computer ready to go, website open, account logged in, ready to select the time you want, with credit card info, etc. or risk not being able to check out. Also, if you miss it initially, check again after 30 minutes when the unpaid carts get re-released. This is the game we all play 2 weeks and 2 days beforehand.''' (and be prepared for FerryCon on Sunday, especially if a ferry is broken.. which they always are)

	==~~On the day~~ of ~~travel~~==		==Day of Travel==
			You must arrive in advance of your sailing time. Plan to arrive and join the line 45-60 minutes in advance of a reserved sailing.

			Drivers must check-in at a tollbooth '''at least 30 minutes before the reserved sailing time.''' If you don't check-in by that time, you will lose your reserved space and will be put in the standby queue (even if you are 1 minute late). On busy sailings, vehicles will have to wait in line before reaching the tollbooth or attendant. Keep this in mind when planning how far in advance to arrive.

			Make sure to bring the printed or mobile barcode from the attachment in your confirmation email or the reservation confirmation number.

			==Change/Cancel Reservation==
			You can change or cancel your vehicle reservations online.
			*Reservations must be changed or canceled before 5:00 p.m. PT the day before travel to avoid a no-show fee.
			*A final change is allowed after 5:00 p.m. PT the day before the reserved sailing with no charge. If a reservation is canceled after the final change has been made, a no-show fee will be charged.
			*No changes or cancellations can be made less than two hours in advance of the reserved sailing.

	==Ticket Info==		==Ticket Info==

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	*Vehicle reservations are one way. Be sure to make reservations for both your outbound and return trips.		*Vehicle reservations are one way. Be sure to make reservations for both your outbound and return trips.
	*Reservations are for vehicles only. Walk-on passengers and those bringing bicycles can buy a ticket online or pay when you arrive.		*Reservations are for vehicles only. Walk-on passengers and those bringing bicycles can buy a ticket online or pay when you arrive.
			*There is no cost to make a reservation, but a credit card is required because if you do not show up for your reservation, you will be charged a no-show fee.

	==Reservation Release Dates==		==Reservation Release Dates==
	The summer sailing season begins June 14, 2026. Vehicle reservations will be available beginning '''Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. PT'''. On the Anacortes/San Juan Islands routes, ~~space is released according to the following schedule~~:		The summer sailing season begins June 14, 2026. Vehicle reservations will be available beginning '''Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. PT'''. On the Anacortes/San Juan Islands routes, vehicle reservations open in three phases:
	*2 months before the season start date at 10:00 a.m. PT: 25% of standard vehicle ~~space is~~ released and all 75% of tall, non-standard vehicle ~~space is~~ released		*2 months before the season start date at 10:00 a.m. PT: 30% of standard vehicle spaces are released and all 90% of tall, non-standard vehicle spaces are released
	*2 weeks before each sailing date at '''7:00 a.m. PT''': Additional 25% of standard vehicle ~~space is~~ released		*2 weeks before each sailing date at '''7:00 a.m. PT''': Additional 30% of standard vehicle spaces are released
	*2 days before each sailing date at '''7:00 a.m. PT''': Final 25% of standard vehicle ~~space is~~ released		*2 days before each sailing date at '''7:00 a.m. PT''': Final 30% of standard vehicle spaces are released

	~~During normal operations, 75% of the space on each vessel is available to reserve, and the remaining 25~~% of vehicle ~~deck~~ space is ~~held~~ open for emergency and stand-by vehicles. ~~Additional standby~~ space may ~~also~~ be available ~~due to~~ no shows~~. In the event of a service disruption, new reservations may be unavailable, and existing reservation holders will be prioritized over standby traffic~~.		The last 10% of standard vehicle space is kept open for emergency and stand-by vehicles. More stand-by space may be available if there are no-shows or cancellations.

	'''TIPS: Set your alarm and have your computer ready to go, website open, ready to select the time you want, with credit card info, etc. or risk not being able to check out. Also, if you miss it initially, check again after 30 or 60 minutes when the unpaid carts get re-released. This is the game we all play 2 weeks and 2 days beforehand.''' In 2022, we had more luck checking out as a guest and not logging into an account. You'll also have less frustration trying on the 2 weeks and 2 days before release dates because the initial release date 2 months prior is for sailing dates for the entire summer, not just one specific day, so there is a lot more website traffic on that day. Normally, carts expire in 30 minutes but in 2022 everyone's carts were timing out before they were able to check out and WSDOT caught on and changed it to 60 minutes; so if you keep refreshing and wait until 8a, you may get lucky. It is also recommended to do random checks because if someone cancels their reservation, it becomes immediately available again on their website.		'''TIPS: Set your alarm and have your computer ready to go, website open, ready to select the time you want, with credit card info, etc. or risk not being able to check out. <s>Also, if you miss it initially, check again after 30 or 60 minutes when the unpaid carts get re-released. This is the game we all play 2 weeks and 2 days beforehand.''' In 2022, we had more luck checking out as a guest and not logging into an account. You'll also have less frustration trying on the 2 weeks and 2 days before release dates because the initial release date 2 months prior is for sailing dates for the entire summer, not just one specific day, so there is a lot more website traffic on that day. Normally, carts expire in 30 minutes but in 2022 everyone's carts were timing out before they were able to check out and WSDOT caught on and changed it to 60 minutes; so if you keep refreshing and wait until 8a, you may get lucky. It is also recommended to do random checks because if someone cancels their reservation, it becomes immediately available again on their website. </s>

	'''**New in 2024''', WSF has implemented a virtual waiting room to prevent website overload and deliver fair access during this high-demand period. ~~Customers accessing~~ the ~~site who are directed~~ to the waiting room will see their place in line, estimated ~~expected~~ wait time, and will have the option to receive a ~~notification and come back~~ to the site when ~~it is their~~ turn.		'''**New in 2024''', WSF has implemented a [https://secureapps.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries/reservations/vehicle/default.aspx?op=Make+reservations#FAQ virtual waiting room] to prevent website overload and deliver fair access during this high-demand period. Before reservations open, early visitors will enter a virtual holding area called the pre-queue. The pre-queue will be activated 30 minutes prior to the reservation release at 9:30 a.m. When reservations open, customers in the virtual waiting room will see their place in line, estimated wait time, and will have the option to receive an email notification with a link to your place in line so you can return to the site when it’s your turn. You can also monitor your estimated wait time from another device or location if needed.

	==Day of Travel==		==Day of Travel==
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	You must arrive in advance of your sailing time. Plan to arrive and join the line 45-60 minutes in advance of a reserved sailing.		You must arrive in advance of your sailing time. Plan to arrive and join the line 45-60 minutes in advance of a reserved sailing.

	'''Drivers must check-in at a ''tollbooth'' at least 30 minutes before ~~the~~ reserved sailing time.''' If you don't check-in ~~by that~~ time, you will lose your reserved space and will be put in the standby queue (even if you are 1 minute late). On busy sailings, ~~vehicles will~~ have to wait in line before reaching the tollbooth ~~or attendant~~. Keep this in mind when planning how far in advance to arrive.		'''Drivers must check-in at a ''tollbooth'' at least 30 minutes before your reserved sailing time.''' If you don't check-in on time, you will lose your reserved space and will be put in the standby queue (even if you are 1 minute late). On busy sailings, you may have to wait in line before reaching the tollbooth. Keep this in mind when planning how far in advance to arrive.

	Make sure to bring the printed or mobile barcode from the attachment in your confirmation email or the reservation confirmation number.		Make sure to bring the printed or mobile barcode from the attachment in your confirmation email or the reservation confirmation number.

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	If you are driving a vehicle, don't forget to make your [https://secureapps.wsdot.wa.gov/Ferries/Reservations/Vehicle/default.aspx ferry reservation] from Anacortes to Orcas Island, WA.		If you are driving a vehicle, don't forget to make your [https://secureapps.wsdot.wa.gov/Ferries/Reservations/Vehicle/default.aspx ferry reservation] from Anacortes to Orcas Island, WA.

	*Vehicle reservations are not required, but are strongly recommended. Limited ~~stand-by~~ space is available on all sailings.		*Vehicle reservations are not required, but are strongly recommended. Limited standby space is available on all sailings.
	*Vehicle reservations are one way. Be sure to make reservations for both your outbound and return trips.		*Vehicle reservations are one way. Be sure to make reservations for both your outbound and return trips.
	*Reservations are for vehicles only. Walk-on passengers and those bringing bicycles can buy a ticket online or pay when you arrive.		*Reservations are for vehicles only. Walk-on passengers and those bringing bicycles can buy a ticket online or pay when you arrive.


	==Reservation Release Dates==		==Reservation Release Dates==
	On the Anacortes/San Juan Islands routes, space is released according to the following schedule:		The summer sailing season begins June 16, 2024. On the Anacortes/San Juan Islands routes, space is released according to the following schedule:
	*2 months before the season start date at 10:00 a.m. PT: 25% of standard vehicle space is released~~. All~~ 75% of tall, non-standard vehicle space is released		*2 months before the season start date at 10:00 a.m. PT: 25% of standard vehicle space is released and all 75% of tall, non-standard vehicle space is released
	*2 weeks before each sailing date at '''7:00 a.m. PT''': Additional 25% of standard vehicle space is released		*2 weeks before each sailing date at '''7:00 a.m. PT''': Additional 25% of standard vehicle space is released
	*2 days before each sailing date at '''7:00 a.m. PT''': Final 25% of standard vehicle space is released		*2 days before each sailing date at '''7:00 a.m. PT''': Final 25% of standard vehicle space is released

	During normal operations, 75% of the space on each vessel is available to reserve, and the remaining 25% of vehicle deck space is held open for emergency and stand-by vehicles. Additional ~~stand-by~~ space may also be available due to no shows. In the event of a service disruption, new reservations may be unavailable, and existing reservation holders will be prioritized over ~~stand-by~~ traffic.		During normal operations, 75% of the space on each vessel is available to reserve, and the remaining 25% of vehicle deck space is held open for emergency and stand-by vehicles. Additional standby space may also be available due to no shows. In the event of a service disruption, new reservations may be unavailable, and existing reservation holders will be prioritized over standby traffic.

	'''TIP: Set your alarm and have your account logged in, ready to select the time you want, ~~and~~ credit card info or risk not being able to check out. Also, check again after 30 minutes when the unpaid carts get re-released. This is the game we all play.''' (and be prepared for FerryCon on Sunday, especially if a ferry is broken.. which they always are)		'''TIP: Set your alarm and have your computer ready to go, website open, account logged in, ready to select the time you want, with credit card info, etc. or risk not being able to check out. Also, if you miss it initially, check again after 30 minutes when the unpaid carts get re-released. This is the game we all play 2 weeks and 2 days beforehand.''' (and be prepared for FerryCon on Sunday, especially if a ferry is broken.. which they always are)

	==On the day of travel==		==On the day of travel==
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	*Tickets for vehicles including the driver are roundtrip (you only pay at Anacortes, not Orcas Island)		*Tickets for vehicles including the driver are roundtrip (you only pay at Anacortes, not Orcas Island)
	*Vehicle and Passenger Tickets are only required when departing from Anacortes		*Vehicle and Passenger Tickets are only required when departing from Anacortes
	*All tickets for travel through the San Juan Islands are for ~~round-trip~~ fares and cover the cost of your departure and return trips		*All tickets for travel through the San Juan Islands are for roundtrip fares and cover the cost of your departure and return trips