The 49 best spots for kayaking in the San Juan Islands

I would probably have had a better experience if I had slept within the last 32 hours. Quite a bit of uphill walking. Getting off/waiting for the ferry wasn’t too enjoyable, but the food made it worth it.

Worst experience of my life! Got stuck in the island for hours, ferries got delayed , the authorities had no answers when we can leave.They said rescue ferry would come at midnight. Still waiting, it’s past 12 AM. Just frustrated, disappointed and tired!!! Please don’t visit this place if you are not staying overnight.

San Juan has its hidden gems outside of the popular sites that it is known for at Friday Harbour. It's landscape is breathtaking and the ocean views all around the island is beautiful. The open land, the homes, the culture here is amazing. The ferry ride itself was a treat. Definitely a must see if you're visiting Washington state.

I would visit San Juan island once a week for 4.5 years. See the seasons changing, the early morning ferry ride , the small local businesses, all are such a" fresh breathe of air " compared to the traffic infested, Seattle and it's terrible decisions by the city council members to ruin our streets, by taken out lanes , everywhere ! Turning a perfectly well Designed 4 lane road into a 2 lane road, is by far, the dumbest , most wasteful use of taxpayer resources , I've ever seen. I lived in Seattle my entire life ! To expand a sidewalk wider , so it absorbs a lane and or losing street parking or adding a bike lane , where it's not needed. Is taking away everything my tax dollars have been paying into for decades. Bicyclist can ride in lane, on any road except the interste freeways . Bike lanes are not needed. Sidewalks that are as wide or wider than vehicle lanes are not helping the steady flow of traffic, especially in a city that has a continues population growth year after year. I am expecting a huge refund for all my years of tax paying funds, that went to WDOT. Seattle citizens , now have ½ the amount of streets they used to have. That's is the best thing about the San yaun islands.....no Seattle city counsel board ruining people's commuting life. Thank you San yaun islands...please don't change for the worst

A must visit if you are in Washington. These islands have everything for your weekend getaway . Starting from lighthouses, farmers market, trails and great seafood restaurants. To top it , they have a cute alpaca farm which is a must visit for all . Highly recommend this and make use of the amazing ferry options you have from Anacortes.

So much to explore here! The round trip ferry from Anacortes to Friday harbor takes about 3 hours today ! So i suggest if you plan to visit this Island and see the scenic wonders here . Make sure you have two days or you leave Seattle city super duper early in the morning . Also the ferry to Friday here is kinda pricey if driving a car . For a suv it is like 55 dollars or so. For per grown up passenger, it is 16 dollars . Make sure you get the most of your trip !

Take a full day to enjoy this place. Ferry over on foot or by vehicle. Enjoy all the food and events on the island. Don't miss the last ferry out unless you planned to stay the night on one of their very nice hotels.

Something you definitely want to experience. Book ferry tickets ahead of time, smooth process and spend the day on the island. Eastsound shops and cafes are great for tourist shopping, visit and kayak at Moran State park and make your way up to Mount Constitution for some of the best views of the region

Absolutely beautiful Island picture perfect scenes all around the island. The water and spots are clear and blue and green colors of the water. Makes for an excellent relaxation spot. People on the island are very friendly

Loved our visit to Orcas Island. There is an abundance of outdoor activities available to access. We found a park that had a beautiful lake at which it was easy to launch kayaks. A lot of people bike and hike. The downtown offers a number of local stores. We particularly liked the bookstore that welcomed our dog. One of the clerks, maybe the owner, even gave her a homemade treat. It is truly a gorgeous place.

Pretty seascapes but a triumph of privilege: it is white, old, a bit dull. We came mid September and everything is already closed for the season. We drove around to explore the island but everything seems to be on private land at the end of a private road.

Absolutely amazing and quite breathtaking. We visited the farmers market for some great food and enjoyed walking through all the shops. There are lots of beautiful things to see, get ready to take lots of pictures. There is a church with a beautiful garden, I can remember the name of the church. You can see the garden from the road. Be sure to stop in for a visit.

Orcas Island is a wonderful place to visit. Gorgeous scenery, great places to stay, good food, amazing trails, and a nice laid-back feel. Besides all that, you get there by ferry.

You won't be disappointed visiting any of the Islands

Has interesting flora and trail to cool Turn Point Lighthouse on steep slope. Nice museum.

One of our favourite places on the planet to relax and reconnect with family and nature.

Amazing place, my grandparents have a cabin there and I have very fond memories of spending summer there. 10/10

Always a relaxing visit, very special place. Really enjoyed the wild Mouflon sheep we saw when hiking to the lighthouse this time!

My family had a cabin there for years. Ours was very rustic. Some places do have fancy things like running water and electricity and I have been told someone has a tennis court. There is a lot of hiking and I always loved the tide pools.

I've never been ashore on Stuart Island, but being a cold water SCUBA Diver from California to Alaska and points in between. I'd have to say diving the wall on the North end of the Island is one of the most spectacular dives I've ever done. Visibility is awesome, and the pod of Orcas surrounding our boat just added to the experience.

Reid Hrb is my favorite spot to stay in San Juans. Quite, but lots to do if you like hiking around.

Beautiful area with good hiking and a great interpretive center with lovely information and kind staff. There isn’t much parking here, but it rotates out pretty easily. This is a great starting point to bike down to cattle point or take a break from a ride originating at cattle point.

Great place to watch a sunset! Need to buy a discovery pass for $10 so bring cash. There is a self pay station. Locals say this is the best place on the island for whale watching: we only saw a sea lion. Beautiful view is the expanse of the Sound!

Beautiful and tranquil setting if visiting Friday Harbor. Take the time to head out and see the countryside and when you’ll enjoy the views on the way to this picturesque park. There are nice waterfront trails, adequate parking and the views of the wildlife and water is stunning.

The only downside for me was the bathrooms, I really wish there had been plumbing for the toilets. We didn’t see any orcas, but the season just started so maybe they’re just being shy. Also the lighthouse was closed because someone broke their ankle and the staff was helping out, but what can you do. I like that there were multiple trail loops to walk while my husband sat on the rocks with binoculars, he did end up spotting a minke whale, so that’s something! Seemed like a great place for families, lots of parking, plenty of picnic tables, cute gift shop, snack stand, and lots of informational stands to read wildlife facts.

Cute little park with a short hike to the lighthouse. There is a fee for a tour of the building. The views are spectacular, and the little wilderness you walk through is so pretty with old trees and magical glades buzzing with dragonflies. Gift shops, restrooms all the things are there. They are composting toilets so if you're not for that thing, go pee before you leave your accommodations.

Very cool light house you can go up. There’s lots of rocks to climb on the waterfront. Bring your discover pass.

Pretty site, informative gift shop, good parking lot, composting restrooms, nice trails to the water to watch for whales. Picnic tables & informational signage at the waters edge.

Wonderful hiking area with many trails and beautiful beaches. Good anchorage and easy access to the beach. Amazing site for whale watching and bird viewing.

Didn't think I'd like it before we got there. Was I wrong! FYI...You can only get there by boat. Enjoyed a nice hike and beautiful scenery.

Stunning island. Complete island is a State Park. Interesting area life, going trails, boat dock, restrooms .and pavilions, camping, beaches, friendly park staff

Nice island for hanging out. Quite few boats here. Not totally sure what that’s about.

It’s great has hikes, places to camp, you can see orcas and stuff. But there are NO sucias here..

A fun place to moor up to one of the mooring balls and go explore. Beautiful surroundings. Sunset views are fantastic.

The best state park in Washington! Multiple coves, great hikes and scenery.

This is a great, clean campsite. Incredible sunset views and if you're lucky you'll spot some whales too! Staff is helpful and friendly.

Beautiful campground with breathtaking views. It's not too big/crowded, perfect for peaceful getaway. There are plenty of birds in the area, and we spotted orcas twice. There is no shower at the campground, but bathrooms are very clean and well maintained. Would definitely come back.

Very beautiful place to see views of victoria and rainer

Best campsite I've ever been to. And I've been to many parks in WA. Friendliest rangers. Clean restroom (there is no shower). Nice view. Plenty of parking spot. This park has everything. I'd definitely come back every year if I can

Absolutely incredible place to camp, especially if you hike/bike/kayak in! Staff was incredibly helpful and did regular drive throughs to make sure things were all good. The hiker/biker campsites, which are not reservable, get you the closest to the water. There is drinking water by the office, two different bathroom locations, and fire pits at every site. Head down the set of stairs right off the hiker/biker sites and you’ll find yourself at the most gorgeous little cove. The water is cold and crystal clear, great place to cool off so long as you can take the initial breathlessness. It was $11 for a biker site and you can pay with card

This is a beautiful small cove. There is watercraft rental here and lots of camping spaces. There is also parking for boats, etc. when we came in on a Sunday holiday weekend it was full understandably.

A beautiful park to visit or camp at! Small Pox Bay is perfect for launching kayaks. We saw so much sea life. Jellyfish, harbor seals, orcas, river otter. I even heard a humpback whale song!There are flushing toilets & potable water. No showers. They sell firewood and ice.

This is the definition of paradise. Breathtaking views anywhere you look. Quiet and peaceful, you can't ask for a better getaway.

Magical place in Washington. Ferry ⛴️ service is interesting 🤔 but, I don't live on the Island so no worries.

Great little island. Awesome views and a very laid back feel. Make sure you bring everything you need. Only one small general store and no gas on island.

Beautiful little island to visit, but unless you know someone there, you will have little to do, as there is not much there. We went to hunt, and the deer are plentiful, with little hunting pressure. They have a good diet, and seem very healthy.

Shaw island is a great place to visit if you like nature. There is not much to do here there's only two parks and I couldn't find one of them. Looks like a great Island to retire to nice and quiet. There is only one store and it's kind of expensive so bring what you need if you're Road Trippin

Shaw Island is an extra ordinary place. Very quite. Essentially no restaurants, hotels, hostels, or other tourist support services - except for the charming general store at the ferry terminal. Google it before you go.

Friendly people with some artistic skills. Laid back island time. We anchor out in 20ft with good holding in Blind bay. Crabbing is popular here.

A beautiful State Park and it's on en entire island! This has a 2 mile trail you can walk that circumvents the entire island and camping spots available. Dock space can be limited but there are buoys for large vessels with dinghy.

Nice sites and for how busy it was the bathroom was well maintained. Really appreciated the new stairs and the cleared pathway to the south beach. The racoons were intense! We bear bagged everything, but they ate our soap 😵‍💫

Beautiful island,cleanest outhouse I have ever used. I officiated a wedding there. And can say it was an awesome day.

Jones lake is nice place to visit No doubt the way to go there is very hard and rough but at the end there is beautiful view.

Awesome island, even found some cactus growing on it!

Best island Park in the San juans deer are so use to people they can be hand fed but... surprise they are tiny. Years of inbreading has made dwarf deer. Walk the whole island loop or do a bit and cut through the center. Two harbors with large public dock on the north side. Camp fish swim it's all there but bring your own water. I'll say that again, bring your own water.

One of the jewels of the San Juan Islands. A protected moorag with a float. Secluded getaway during the off-season months.

Gorgeous scenery, whale watching and lovely artists and people to meet. Much more low key than other islands. Ride your bike!

A small and charming island perfect for a weekend getaway. Plus, the locals are friendly! I love the way drivers greet each other here. Iceberg Point Trail is my favorite on the island. I highly recommend taking the route by the sea, the views are absolutely spectacular. We had our morning coffee at Isabel’s and lunch at Blue Heron. The food was decent, and the staff were incredibly friendly. If you’re planning to go camping, Site 21 at Odin Park is a great spot. There’s a tucked-away area for the tent, and the view is amazing.

Ok, this was an amazing e-bike location! They call it the most “bike-able” island in the San Juan’s. Cars here really go slow and yield to bikers. Everyone waves as they go by! If your bikes can do 30 miles, bike from the ferry stop to Sharks reef and stop for coffee at Isabel’s in the village. Such an amazing day!

Gorgeous island and very quiet. No fast food, no interstates, none of it. It's somewhat rustic, just big fields and farms, plenty of grass, trees, and nature. Many animals to see and tons of beautiful water views. Everyone on the island seems very friendly and 99% of the time, people will wave. Anyone that doesn't wave is probably not a local or maybe just having one of those days. I will definitely return someday to explore some more!

Love López Island. Make a ferry reservation to save yourself some stress. No reservations returning to Anacortes.

Neat ice cream shop. Indoor and outdoor seating. Good flavor selection. Tastes yummy.

Love this place. Went w some friends to a Wheel and Keel boating event weekend. Went golfing, which is a Par 3 golf course, super fun and had some kinda challenging holes. Marina area was nice. Great people, great service.

Great views from this Park. Steep hill leads down to the beach. Small parking lot at the bottom, so if you can get there early you can park below.

Tiny park in the middle of nowhere. Blustery day, hard rain, strong wind, cold... totally and completely worth it. Perfect pnw day. I bet in the summer this park is glorious! Love the san juans

Nice little detour. It was a steep drive to the place and parking was should be okay if there are only 2- 3 cars ..a short walk to the top gives 360 view which was pleasent. One side of the beach has pebbles and other side has sand so you can pick a side. The water seemed quite transparent and could see the bottom for a few feet from the shore.

Great for tide pooling and bird watching

Just a nice quiet secluded place.

Date visited 6/5/2023 Great little park. Quiet out of the way. You do have to park a good ways away.

Small but neat little park. My daughter's lived crawling around the rocks

Eagle was in wrong tree.

What you will have when you get there is two islands, Patos and Little Patos, together they create a pretty cool little anchorage. Run your boat all the way to the north end and enter alongside the lighthouse, have your camera ready, its a picturesque place for sure. There are no docks so puttster up to the dinghy beach and drop anchor in front of the picnic area. Back in the woods 75 yards or so is a nice campground along the trail to the lighthouse.

A very special place

Didn't know where I was

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This was a fantastic day trip! From the moment we were picked up we were welcomed with our knowledgeable guide, Meg! She made us feel comfortable and safe. The scenery was breathtaking,. It’s such a beautiful area and the whole experience was enjoyable. It was the perfect combination of adventure and relaxation, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a memorable day on the water. Our lunch was beautifully presented and tasted great too. Our guide is passionate about her work and you can tell in the way she educates you and cheers you on. Thanks Meg and Outdoor Odysseys for a fun family day! We can’t wait to book a trip next summer.

An unforgettable San Juan Islands adventure with Eli! We just returned from the 3-day kayak tour with Outdoor Adventures in Washington State, and I can’t say enough great things—especially about our guide, Eli. From start to finish, he was the total package: knowledgeable, professional, and endlessly kind. We never once felt unsafe; Eli’s calm demeanor and confidence made it clear we were in great hands. Our 13-year-old son had the time of his life, and we were so grateful for Eli’s patience, humor, and encouragement. He struck the perfect balance of being a top-tier guide while also giving our family space to connect and enjoy each other. And can we talk about the food?! The website isn’t exaggerating—Eli is a phenomenal chef. Every meal was gourmet, the wine pairings were excellent, and we honestly felt like we were dining at a backcountry bistro. This trip gave us more than just a vacation—it gave our son a chance to see what hard work and leadership can look like up close. Eli’s great attitude never wavered, and he set an incredible example. It was a perfect summer escape and a truly unique family experience. We’re already planning our return. Don’t hesitate—book the trip, and ask for Eli!

Had an amazing 3 day trip with Sammy as our guide! She was knowledgeable, fun and an excellent cook! We had gluten, dairy and egg allergies in our group and she accommodated everyone with delicious options. She even made an amazing seaweed salad with freshly harvested kelp! I had been looking at this trip with Outdoor Odysseys for several years and am so glad we finally made it happen! I would highly recommend this trip to others and may even end up on another trip ourselves!

Just got back from a 3-day women’s sea kayaking & camp trip and had the best time! Our guides, Tiffany and Caroline, were incredible and truly made the trip extra special. Although challenging, we all always felt safe and encouraged on the water, and have a huge sense of accomplishment now as it was the first time for many of us in the group. Jones Island and everywhere else we stopped was gorgeous and so peaceful. Camping there was a breeze, and the fresh cooked meals were all delicious. Definitely felt pampered even being out in nature all weekend! They offered a range of excursions like the bioluminescence night paddle and a sunset paddle. It was great getting to know everyone, including our guides, around the picnic table and out on the water as well. Outdoor Odysseys made the process stress free and I’m already looking forward to another trip with them in the future!

I did a 3 day tour with my brother and childhood bestie and husband. This trip was incredible, beyond my imagination! Sammi was our guide and she did a phenomenal job keeping us all safe and informed as well as feeling pampered after our hours or paddling every day. The food was SO good. We even had two people with celiac and one with a dairy allergy and she navigated those challenges with grace. Any time she had questions she run her prep plan over with our food allergy peeps to make sure they felt safe. And no one got sick which was a huge win!!

We had an amazing time kayaking off San Juan Island! The scenery was absolutely breathtaking, and getting to paddle alongside such incredible wildlife made it unforgettable. Our guide, Hannah, was fantastic—super energetic, fun, and incredibly knowledgeable about the area and the animals we encountered. She made the experience not only safe and enjoyable but also educational. Highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the island!

Look no further than this outfitter for all your kayaking needs. This five star outfit leaves nothing to be desired. They have a vast array of standard trip options from day trips to longer camping excursions. We took a three day trip. The camping accommodations were great. We saw Orcas, seals, a mink, tons of birds, harbor porpoise and salmon jumping everywhere. This place is amazing! We had an amazing guide Eli. Incredibly knowledgeable about many aspects of the place. We had complete confidence in his guide abilities. He took great care with everything. So that's what you hope for but then the icing on the cake. Eli is a killer chef. He grew up in his families many restaurants and with ease whipped up amazing multi course meals with wine pairing at every beach we stopped at. So what are you waiting for? Get out there!

The four day trip was amazing. I was part of a group taking 13 teens across the islands. Our guides Benning and Shannon were experienced and knowledgeable about kayaking, camping, the Islands as well as the tide and currents. They kept us well fed, pointed out the wildlife in and out of the water. They made life for the adults so much easier by the way they enriched the teens experience. Shannan made a long paddle to an island seem shorter by challenging the kid with some thought puzzles and her stick dance is fantastic.

We went out on a multi day trip with Maddy and Noah and it was a great time! I learned so much about the history and wildlife of these special islands from both guides. The meals were nutritious, delicious and prepared with care. It was clear that a lot of thought went into providing us with an enjoyable and safe experience. Great vibes, very cool islands, and quite possibly the most beautiful sunrise I’ve ever experienced!

Highly highly recommend booking a trip with this company! We did an overnighter kayak trip with Noah and it was the highlight of our whole time in Washington. Noah was the best - such a knowledgeable, fun, conscientious guide & host. He went out of his way to make us the BEST meals (even with our multiple dietary restrictions), showed us an amazing array of wildlife, and was just an all around pleasure to be around the whole time. Cannot recommend enough!!

Just got back from an incredible 5 day trip with Noah. We were so impressed with the excellent planning with Cole and Noah and we appreciated their willingness to tailor the itinerary and menu to our group's desires and capabilities. Noah's chef skills and orienteering were top notch and we had a perfect vacation with them. And the boats and gear were in excellent shape. The sea kayak was easily the most elegant boat I've gotten to paddle and I've rented a lot of kayaks in my life. I couldn't recommend this crew more highly.

We did a half day tour to the Lime Kiln Lighthouse with Cooper as our guide. This tour was INCREDIBLE! Cooper was so knowledgeable and made sure we all knew how to comfortably and safely use the kayaks. We immediately saw harbor seals as we left the bay, which was amazing! Cooper had a perfect pace for us and we took a few breaks which made the whole trip so fun. We even saw orcas within the first 30 minutes; so breathtaking!! Overall, the views were immaculate, but Cooper’s knowledge of San Juan Islands history, marine life, and culture made the tour so amazing for us. We would come back to tour with Cooper any day!! We had a blast out there !!

This is the way. Did a two day trip and it was so excellent. Noah knew everything, cooked us up some incredible meals, found us the animals, and really read the room... going fast when necessary.. but also letting the masters of putzing totally putz when there were jellies to ponder and kingfishers to cheer on. We saw orcas before the boats even launched, porpoises, stellar sea lions, harbor seals, bald eagles, GBHs, harlequin ducks, marbled murrelets, Sitka deer, kingfishers, lions mane jellyfish, ochre sea stars, and perfect sunrises and sunsets. Bring nocs and just keep looking around

There is nothing that our guides Cooper and Shannon could have done differently that would have improved this trip; I had a fantastic time. Each row was meticulously planned and our guides made sure we were taking the safest, quickest routes, while also allowing the group to see the gorgeous scenery the San Juan’s have to offer. Cooper and Shannon were extremely personable and so excited to take us on our journey. Imagine trying to corral 20+ people and not having any problem doing so, Cooper and Shannon did without a wink of stress, even when conditions forced us to pack up camp at 4AM. GO WITH SAN JUAN KAYAK EXPEDITIONS!

The best time to come is during midweek before it starts getting busy. We came with a group of four for our first San Juan /shrimping expedition. Our campsite was right along the edge next to the beach, it overlooked the whole bay. You’ll need to get there early in order to dock your boat. We beached it on nights two and three because it got so crowded. Fire pits for your campfires and plenty of firewood from the forest and drift wood from the beach. Lots of seashells, but not many starfish or marine life. An occasional seal or sea otter swimming around. Lots of birds, eagles, a goldfinch, and a pileated woodpecker. The bathrooms were great, compostable toilets, nice tile floors, and windows to look out from. Nice and clean. A ranger even stopped by to clean them while we were there for four days. It’s a short hike from the bay to raccoon island campground. Loved the campground, would highly recommend to come during the week !

Absolutely stunning place to camp! If you can make it out there it is well worth it. Water taxis are available from Anacortes for about $70 per person. Or, you can paddle from Deer Harbor on Orcas island if you have a canoe or kayak. My friends did it in an inflatable canoe and it took them about 1.5 hours. And there's clean running water and bathrooms which is awesome because it's less stuff that you have to bring. There are trails all around the island and covered picnic areas as well. Really just a beautiful place to visit or stay. It is dog friendly, but they must be on leash at all times. The rangers are there almost every day and they will remind you. Also, you need to clean up after your pets. This is obvious to most people, but you'd be surprised. Be aware of the raccoons on the north side of the island. They will get into your stuff if it's not properly secured. And the deer on the south side are very bold. They'll hang out within like 10 feet of you and your camp. You are not supposed to feed them, but they are surprisingly comfortable with people. I'm guessing people don't follow that rule too well.

Beautiful, peaceful, cute island. I only found one deer. So It's a scam when They say You will find deers. I was sad about it. The beach is amazing, nice rocks, crab and shells. Birds are cute. Sunset are the most beautiful thing in the San Juan Islands

Beautiful spot in the San Juans with a dock and fantastic camping grounds. Lots of great hiking and beaches make this place an all-around win. Be wary of the raccoons though! Make sure to bring a container to secure your food an trash.

Wow....what a magical place! A picnic 🧺 and your love will really connect here. Stunning wildlife and trees, true peace and quite! A quite love, a peaceful retreat and you'll just be better for visiting here

Jones Island Marine Park a hidden gem of the San Juan Islands. Just a few moorings, a seasonal dock and limited anchorage help preserve the serenity of this magical place. Highly recommend for sea kayakers as the most premium campsites are reserved for those arriving in human powered craft. Five Stars.

We've visited while sailing the San Juans the last three years in a row. Northern cove is the best spot to bring your boat. There is a dock where we tied our 40' catamaran last year, and there are a few mooring balls. Also room to anchor which we did this year. Mooring balls appear to be gone from the southern cove, which is open to wakes from passing boats. Short, beautiful walk across the island on a well maintained path with quiet, shady woodlands on the north side and sunny exposure on the south. We've seen the black-tailed deer in the grassy orchard area on the north side on two of three visits.

Parking lot fits 10-12 cars with toilets. There is a field with a picnic table. Take the short path to the beach. Plenty of driftwood logs on which to sit. Lots of stones to skip. On the day we visited, the water was calm and perfect for paddle boarding. Enjoy!

Beautiful, short, wooded trail that leads you to a fantastic beach.

My favorite beach on the island. Usually much quieter with less wind than other beaches nearby, with natural shade from the trees on hot days.

A nice little beach with lot of drift woods. There is plenty of parking here and there are also fire pits

Scenic rocky beach with a little sand. Lots of bugs.

After trying two nearby beaches- one of which was labeled "private" and the other of which had disgusting bathrooms with no toilet paper-- this gem answered. Only problem we ever encountered: mosquitos at the entrance, but, oddly enough, not at the beach a little walk down the path. We saw a few boats, some seals or sea lions or something swimming far away, and it was quiet. Only ones most of our time there. Bathrooms were fine. So glad we chose this one!

Feels like a private beach! So nice. You can walk a good distance, nice beach. Restrooms as well.Great summer spot!

This is a very worthwhile half day outing when boating the San Juans. You can save yourself a few miles and hours of walking by taking the dinghy and starting your walk at the county dock. Four miles due north of Roche Harbor is Stuart Island and home to Turn Point lighthouse, the farthest northwest point in the continental United States. You can anchor or tie up at the park dock in Prevost or Reid Harbors. For a much shorter walk, you can tie up (short term) at the county dock at the far north end of Prevost Harbor. The walk or bike ride up the gravel county road is about 1.5 miles. If you hike from either Marine Park dock, add another 1.5 miles (one way).

Beautiful place. The hike from Prevost is about 6 miles round trip. Not hard but hilly. The school house is amazing too.

Such a fun place to explore! The schoolhouse was interesting. So worth it, once we got to the lighthouse! The restoration of the Keeper's house was beautiful and the people running the tour and lighthouse were really nice! We even got to see whales!

Lovely walk and great venue and history. Visit the old schoolhouse on the way.

I guess this is probably the closest land to the border line. Several interesting places to look besides the lighthouse, whales info room, smoke room…

We had a wonderful time visiting the lighthouse, visitor’s center, and residence. The views are spectacular... We stayed for hours and took many pictures. The volunteer docents were super friendly and informative. Thank you so much!

Turn Point Lighthouse on Stuart Island in the San Juan Islands is a nice Lighthouse to visit and nice scenery to photograph. Nice walking trails on Stuart Island.

This is a great place to bring a dirt bike. Awesome trails.

It's not serviced by ferries, and you definitely don't need to worry about crowds here. I've mainly come here in the Fall for deer hunting, and there's also a lake at the top of the main road coming from the dock on the Southeast corner of the Island. There are blinds for waterfowl hunting on that lake. We've always camped on the beach near the dock, and it pays to bring along some crab pots. Fishing for Kelp Greenling has been productive. Please respect the private properties.

Back in the mid 20s, 1920s. My Grandpa had the change to homestead Cypress Island. Run Cattle on it. But my dad and uncle were toddlers at that time and Grandma said Hell no! Big Bummer.

Second growth covered island with many little lakes/swamps. Lots of trails and old logging roads to hike!

Eagle Harbor looking at beach

Awesome place to kayak to and spend a few nights camping.

Cypress Island is a nice Island in the San Juan Islands. Nice beaches to walk on.

Raccoons are so cute! One of my favorite places in the San Juans.

Very nice island, though signs are posted that indicate fires are forbidden. Several places where you can pull your kayak up and spend the night, with great views. We spent the night here and shared the island with only one other camper, so it was very quiet.

Beautiful, secluded, great varied views from the different beaches and trail overlooks.

Beautiful!

Good spot to moor for a night or two.

Lovely! God's creation is spectacular!

They removed the mooring buoys!!!! Arggg!!

Contrary to Somamary Jackson, Blind Island is not a bird sanctuary, it is a Washington State Park with 4 established camp sites, picnic tables, fire rings and one pit toilet. It's quite nice, but not very private for camping.

You can paddle around it, anchor near it, beware of ferry wakes, nice views of Shaw island & orcas island ferry landings, a sunken 75' vessel in blind bay for divers interest. BUT ! I THINK BLIND ISLAND IS CATEGORIZED AS A BIRD SANCTUARY. MEANING DO NOT GO ASHORE.

We went in on a Saturday. It wasn't crowded. Good collection in the display and an audio tour we can listen along as we move through the exhibits.

An interactive museum, well-equipped and educational. Excellent for taking small children, as it has a children's area. I liked that, despite having two floors, it has a wheelchair for guests to climb if needed. It's a quick tour; I highly recommend visiting.

Amazing! This is a must see whenever you are in Friday Harbor! Kids & adults, so much to learn, experience and explore. The gift shop has something for everyone 💙💚💙

My partner and I came here for our third anniversary. We both thought this was one of the best museums we’ve ever been to. The staff are clearly enthusiastic and well-informed about marine life. The exhibits upstairs are curated with extraordinary care for the animals that they depict. In particular, the interactive phone booth in the corner was clever. It was a wonderful way to hear the animals through a “filter” — the phone’s antiquated crackle and sense of distance — as a simulation, perhaps, of the underwater transmittance of that information. We had a lovely time. Thank you for having us!

The museum was very informative and have really cool exhibits. The woman working there was very nice and friendly as well. I also really liked the unique finds in the giftshop that had many items from local artists

GOOD AT EDUCATION BUT MUSEUM NEEDS AN UPGRADE The people here are passionate about educating humans on these wonderful creatures and what can be done to protect them. However, the museum itself looks like it's from 1992 with very little interactivity and, in this day and age, that's expected. I hope they receive funding to update, as this is the perfect spot to learn about whales and then go out and see them in their natural habitat. On the plus side, the gift shop was good with a nice range of products.

Informative museum focused on conservation and respectful, careful study of and interaction with marine wildlife (especially whales). The exhibits are interesting, and there's lots to read about whales on the self-guided tour. Experience standing inside the ribcage of an orca, seeing a whale brain vs. a human brain, listening to whale calls, and other interesting and interactive displays. There's also a nice little gift shop and videos about whales. Well worth a visit.

Beautiful! Easy access to trails, amenities and a park. Just did the Cascade Lake trail, which is a lovely relatively easy less than 3 mile hike. The views are incredible and terrain varied from forest right down to the lake. There’s a snack shack there, bathrooms and picnic area. Definitely worth the $10 Parking/registration fee.

We recently drove through Moran State Park to check it out for future visits, and it’s absolutely beautiful! The park sits right along the water and is incredibly lush and scenic. While there are no electrical hookups (which means we wouldn’t bring our RV), it’s perfect for tent camping or bringing our truck. We like to scope out parks ahead of time, and this one offers plenty of great sites to choose from, with four different camping areas. The park also has an awesome spot where you can rent kayaks and canoes, plus a designated swimming area with a beach. There are lots of amenities, and the restrooms were clean and well-kept throughout the park. A couple of tips: definitely book your campsite well in advance since this is a popular state park, and don’t forget to reserve your ferry tickets to Orcas Island both ways—especially on weekends, as the waits can be long. We’ll definitely be coming back here for camping and exploring more of what this amazing park has to offer!

A beautiful park with camping amenities. Also has a nice kayak rental place on Cascade lake. Check out Mount Constitution for a beautiful view spanning from Stanwood to Blaine and beyond on clearer days.

I’m an Orcas resident, since 2014 — Moran embodies my sense of Orcas. We humans are the visitors in this natural setting where deer, birds, and critters of many types THRIVE. PLEASE be EASY and QUIET without leaving garbage so that we humans do not harm or disrupt. If you’ve read this far I will share a locally known very special place. Just before entering the park from the north, Rosario Rd goes Right, West. If you take it, in ~1/2 mile Palisades Dr. goes off downhill to the left. to a parking lot on the edge of the park. Park there and follow the trail at the edge of the parking lot ~1/4 mile to the right to a magnificent lagoon. Many people hang there by a prominent rock dabbling their toes in the shallow water and swimming. Another 1/4 mile along the path takes one to the wonderful bridge that is visible from the main Cascade Lake picnic area across the lake. My pics taken from the lagoon in May 2025.

An absolute favorite for good ole woods on the lake camping! Campgrounds have so much variety in shade, waterfront options, RV hookups, walk-in, and group sites. Their bathrooms and showers are well maintained, and the public use areas are always kept up as well. They staff a little snack shack where you can find limited swim gear and accessories, plus impressive snacks, coffee, ice cream, candy, etc. The lake is a non-motorized boat lake, but they rent out water toys or bring your own float islands and paddleboards. Mt. Constitution is also found within the park and is a must visit! Views into Canada and over the WA coast are to die for on a clear day. Whether you're visiting just for the day or longer, Moran State Park is an oasis worth experiencing!

Beautiful park with lots to do! You have the lake below Mount Constitution with rentals and food and a beach like atmosphere. You can go out Mount Constitution for trails or a big bike slog uphill. The views from the top of Mount Constitution are lovely. The whole area is great and it’s easy enough to ride an e-bike on the hills that go up and down.

Needed a reset outside, and camping in Moran State Park really helped. Several lakes, dozens of hikes of all levels, amazing scenery above and below the clouds.

Breathtaking views, peaceful trails, and the perfect mix of forest and beach. Every step feels like a reset for the mind. The sound of the waves, the fresh air, and the beauty all around made this a truly unforgettable day. Highly recommend for anyone who loves nature, calm moments, and stunning scenery. Can’t wait to go back!

Larrabee is such a beautiful accessible park, beach, and boat launch with great views of the San Juan Islands. Wildcat Cove to Dot Island is a nice kayak trip along the sandstone shore with herons and seals to add to the enjoyment.

Larrabee State Park is one of those places you’ll want to come back to again and again. It’s Washington’s first state park, and it really has something for everyone—whether you’re looking to relax, explore, or camp. The park is very well maintained. Restrooms are clean, and there are showers available for campers, which is a huge plus if you’re staying multiple nights. Campsites are shaded by tall evergreens, and many offer privacy. Conveniently located just outside of Bellingham, the park is close enough to town that you can easily grab forgotten supplies, yet once you’re in the park you don’t hear the highway at all. It’s quiet, peaceful, and feels completely tucked away in nature. Larrabee is known for its beach access—great skipping rocks, or simply relaxing by the water. The hiking trails range from easy family-friendly walks to more challenging routes, with views that are well worth the effort. Kids will especially enjoy the shaded areas and open spaces to play. The park is surrounded by trees, which provide plenty of shade and a sense of seclusion. It’s an excellent place for families, groups, or even solo travelers looking for a peaceful getaway in nature. Between the clean facilities, great hiking, beach access, and proximity to Bellingham, this park offers the perfect balance of convenience and outdoor adventure. We will definitely be returning, and I’d highly recommend it to anyone looking to explore the beauty of the Pacific Northwest.

My kids, large dog and I were on our way home from a hike and saw the entrance for the park and thought it would be fun to stop and take a quick peek at the views. We were very pleasantly surprised by a wonderful park! Playground, grassy hillside area with a stage and covered area, and then you can walk down the hillside on a gravel/dirt and root path through the forest to a beach with incredible views! It was a small pebble type beach with a creek flowing down the hill and into the ocean. The water was calm and the skies were clear and the views at nearly sunset were breathtaking. My kids found rocks to climb on and little tide pools full of hermit crabs and barnacles and dubbed today the best day ever.

I normally love this state park and I have camped here a few years in a row, this time our experience was not the best. When we pulled in and got out of the car, we smelt this awful stench. I immediately thought something was rotting in our campsite. We searched the campsite high and low. I truly thought there was rotten crab somewhere. I then realized that the garbage bin was letting out the most repulsive smell ever, and the whole back half of the campground could smell it. In addition, the trail down to the beach is not kept up and lastly, the water has been overtaken by sea grass so my children couldn’t swim. The playground area was well kept up.

UPDATE: we have now come back 4 years later and it is still great! The bathrooms were really clean and the campsites were awesome. We had a great time! This time we used the trailer/ RV area and everything worked great and we had an awesome weekend! Highly recommended, but again get ready for the train noises. Camping at Larabee state park was amazing!!! We had an issue with a rude person, but the park ranger got that settled quickly and professionally. The atmosphere is beautiful, watching sunset with my love at the beach was breathtaking. The trains did come a few times, but we are locals and are pretty used to the train schedule. Our site had some drainage issues, but that is noted on the website. Our site had good privacy and the bathrooms were clean. We definitely will be coming back!! I will say, the trails are awesome and I was able to manage walking from the camp sites to the beach, even with a broken ankle.

My favorite place for hiking and beach exploration! Trails and parking are along both sides of the road. Beachfront is rugged and fascinating. A beautiful beach with gorgeous scenery! The walk down was really easy and there were lots of little tide pools during low tide. There is a picnic area too. Don't forget your discover pass or $10 for day use! You can buy your state park day pass at the machine in the parking lot. The Beach is less than 0.2 miles down a mostly paved path with some stone steps.

Beautiful green space to walk and observe sculptures by local artists. There are many different paths to follow inside. There are also benches along the paths to take rest.

I like that this place is free and open to the public. There are a lot of neat sculptures, mostly toward the front. I really enjoyed the fairy garden and miniature buildings. The whimsical woods was... More like a cheap Halloween trail in the day time? The art looked creepy as if it was from a cleaned out antique shop of trash and horrors. The pond trail was cute though, I liked the fish net sheep for example. It is still worth the visit even if not all the art is to your taste. I can say there is something for everyone here.

Beautiful, tranquil outdoor space with unique sculptures and poems. We only had about 30 min, so didn't see the whole park. I would estimate that one could easily spend several hours enjoying the art and grounds.

So many wonderful sculptures to see and interact with at the park. Easy to spend hours at the park not only viewing sculptures but also enjoying birding in the various habitats within the park. And the Staff does a really great job maintaining the grounds.

A lovely place to walk and see interesting pieces of art. Really enjoyed this place. Wish for a few benches to be able to sit a bit and enjoy the scenery.

My family and I visited this park twice. It was well maintained, quietn peaceful and full of great shots for the photographers we had with us.

Reminds me of a fever dream An interesting way to spend a few hours. The grounds is a lot larger than I expected. Worth a visit for sure.

I give it five stars, but from a boater's perspective, it deserves less. I must say this place is very popular, but I simply cannot see why. #1 It is a spit, so it is out in the wind. We have been cruising the San Juans for decades, and it is always blowing here. The one good thing about the spit is that there is always a lee shore with a buoy where you can get away from the wind driven waves but not the wind itself. #2 It's a long walk to the park bathrooms, nuff said. #3 There is a swampy area on the spit, making transporting and pushing bikes a pain. The park is nice and fairly big for those coming by car, but for boaters, it is just a windy place to grab a buoy. I'll post a pic of my wife and son on a day when there was no wind.

Perfect time of year for ocean spray. It was billowing everywhere and the scent In the morning was Devine. The Hosts were great. Lot of space between sites. Bathrooms were clean and they had a play ground for the kids. Nice hikes within the park and a long the spit. Boat and bike rentals too!

Was there for day use and the trails were great and the views of this long jam pretty incredulous.

Nice campground with really friendly and helpful camp hosts. The beach isn’t super great for swimming but it’s still fun. The bathrooms are clean. We had a great time and loved exploring the island. Cell service is super spotty to non-existent on the whole island but on the left of the spit you can get the best service. This was important for me as I was camping with kids and extended family but my husband was at home.

An absolutely wonderful campground! The sites have good privacy and quite a bit of shade. The beach is beautiful and not crowded. If you are looking for a couples camping experience, I recommend a stay during the week as there are less young ones. Biking, hiking, exploring and beaches are an amazing experience here. Walking around the Spit is a wonderful experience! All the different species of wildlife is pretty amazing!

This used to be my family's property way back in the olden days. Awesome beach, you can spend hours just looking for cool rocks. Also a great place to swim, SUP, or kayak! Love this beach.

Natural Spit. lagoon. Beautiful Friendly Ranger Very approachable. He has a hot tub! Lucky duck. They will help with gates to beach. Covered shelter off water Beautiful camping Empty end of July- September.

Great meandering hikes to the edge. Overlooks to watt sunsets

There is a great interpretive center here with lots of information. Parking is limited but a lot of trails out to cattle point and South Beach originate from here. There are bathrooms but the center does close early around three. Even if the center closes, they leave the parking lot open. You can’t camper overnight park, but can park here for most of the day.This is a good starting point for a bike ride or hike out to cattle point.

Great visitor center explaining US and British conflict over the international border during the Pig War in mid 1800s. Contains American Camp with white fences and some buildings and signage. Beautiful prairie grass, Cattle Pass, Gulf of Juan da Fuca views. Lots of native flora and fauna including a red fox that was hunting voles.

Nothing too special, decent place to pass the time. The drive in to the lighthouse at the tip is fantastic. Some history lessons here if you're into it

Lovely grounds, don't blame the British Marines for hating to leave. Didn't make it here with the visitor center open, but walking around is still awesome. Pear trees and Garry oaks all over! The cemetery and Young Hill overlook were also worth the hike. Recommended stop for sure along with the American camp. Great compliments to each other.

This park is not just a "one stop" location. It covers a large area of the island, mostly on the southern point. There are trails, beaches, cliffs, water views, a light house and the old forts. All located within an easy drive of each other. So plan on spending a day exploring them all as I did. If you want to camp, options are limited. San Juan county park is the main option with limited spaces that fill up quickly so plan accordingly. Another note, the ferries are currently experiencing boat and personnel shortages so ferries are not necessarily on time and are also frequently cancelled. Patience and flexibility are a must! You can (must) reserve your spot for the ferry but know that even that is not a guarantee.

This is a great park with beaches and a nearby lighthouse. The rolling plains are home to wild foxes which are worth the visit to see. If you want to relax and enjoy being at peace/chill in nature, I highly recommend visiting. The park is pet friendly and no pass appeared to be required.

Lummi Island is a hidden gem that feels like a world away yet is so close to Bellingham. The ferry ride is quick and scenic, and once you arrive, you’re greeted by peaceful roads, friendly locals, and breathtaking coastal views. We spent the day exploring beaches, hiking quiet forest trails, and enjoying fresh local food. The laid-back vibe makes it the perfect escape for anyone wanting to unwind and reconnect with nature. Can’t wait to visit again!

Visiting Lummi Island was a truly special experience — made even more meaningful because one of my best friends owns a place there. This quiet, scenic island feels like a world away from the noise of daily life. Surrounded by the stunning natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest, it offers breathtaking coastal views, peaceful forests, and a calm, unhurried pace that instantly puts you at ease. Whether walking along the rocky shores, enjoying the ferry ride over, or simply sitting outside and taking in the sunsets, every moment on the island felt genuine and grounding. The sense of community is warm and welcoming, and the landscape has a timeless charm that’s hard to find elsewhere. Lummi Island is one of those places that captures your heart quietly — it’s not about flashy attractions but about connection, nature, and simplicity. Visiting because of my friend gave it an even deeper personal meaning, and it’s a place I’ll always remember fondly.

Beautiful spot for a quiet getaway. Walking trails, pebble beaches, a small store and a weekend cafe.

Visiting Lummi Island was truly unforgettable! The ferry ride is quick and scenic, the island is peaceful, and the locals are welcoming. The natural beauty, quiet beaches, and stunning views make it the perfect getaway from the busy city. I loved exploring the hiking trails and watching the sunset over the water. Highly recommend for anyone wanting a relaxing escape close to Bellingham.

I always loved Lummi. It's not crowded. Tranquil, A good place to make holidays. Walk, enjoy, read a couple of good books.

Very relaxing island trip. Not much to do on the island other check out the local artists. There are 2 restaurants, both of which were closed while we were there.

Lummi island and its 900 human inhabitants is remote and beautiful. We saw otters, seals, and bald eagles in early June. I would love to return here. There is a restaurant near the ferry and it was very good! Definitely recommend eating there for the delicious food, kind and personable staff, beautiful views and it's important to contribute to the local economy when traveling (i.e. spend money). There isn't a whole lot to do, which was great for me because I had to slow down and just take it in. Most of the island is private beaches so just consider that when booking a room (we were lucky to find a place with beach access).

Staff were hardworking, the park shows for it. Clean, taken care of and consistent that way. Some sites are right on the beach, beautiful. 1.2 miles from the ferry, 3.1 to town. Awesome place to bike camp

I stayed this campsite for 4 nights 5 days. The campsite I was able to book has limited view of ocean and it's high location compared to sea level. So I didn't have direct access to ocean. But regardless, my booked site was end of campsite. So relatively less traffic of cars and people. Only hope in future of this campsite is to have shower facility. I brought portable shower, portable standing tent to get a shower at the campsite this time. I went out ocean at 3 places at Lopez. Just outside from this Odlin State Park was one of them. I enjoyed a lot at "slowpez island" stay at Labor Day weekend.

This is an awesome county park. I stayed 3 nights in a private hiker/biker site over Labor Day weekend 2025. The hiker/biker sites have food storage available so you don't need to worry about brining any sort of food storage contraption if you are staying in one of those sites.

Great kid friendly beach. There was some seaweed / sea grass all the shore that you’d have to muck through but otherwise was great. Kids took the paddle boards out and had a blast.

Great place to pick up the free water taxi service to Orcas or San Juan Islands.

Odlin park is a great place for both children and adults as well as dogs. It has clean facilities, a softball field, plenty of picnic benches, a great beach to walk on and 2 piers to walk out onto to examine marine life below each pier. Lots of sealife to view and great sound views also. This is a great day use and overnight camping area, and is close to the ferry terminal.

Beautiful beach, nice dock!

Gorgeous little beach and park with excellent parking and even some restrooms. There's an amazing native American sculpture, a pavilion with a fire pit and several picnic spots with fire pits. Driftwood can be a bit challenging to navigate to get to the beach. Some sand and lots of pebbles.

I'm sure this place is fabulous for some people but there are so many more picturesque parks on the island that make me bump this place down. Long beach with tons of driftwood, picnic area and a boat launch.

An Amazing tribute to Toketae can now be witnessed by all. Thank you port of Friday Harbor for allowing the installation of this beautiful memorial.

Lovely basic beach. Reservable sites with grills 1 covered picnic area and 2 sand volleyball courts

Fun beach. My fiance and I flew kites there, and it was perfect. The views definitely aren't that bad either.

Absolutely love this easy to get to beach. Within minutes of the hustle and bustle of town you can be walking the shore line, relaxing with a book or checking out the most recent driftwood structures.

Beautiful place to visit on a Sunday morning with the sun shining!

Absolutely beautiful. Kids had tons of fun looking at all the little rock crabs on the beach. Has a nice little outhouse. Great place to kayak to

Posey Island is a kayak campsite off the coast of San Juan Island. Trees offer shade from the summer sun and gravel beaches provide perfect kayak landing sites. Campsites are reservable in advance through the Washington State Parks website. A pit toilet is well maintained. No water is available at this site.

It's a very small island no dock does have a put toilet great for walkabouts or beach combing. Try turning over rocks at low tide see what you find! Lovely may through October, rest of the year is real hit or miss.

Great spot for rowers nd paddlers. Two nice campsites with terrific views. Clean.composting outhouse, well maintained by WA State.

This state park is for non motorized vehicles only. The only facility is an outhouse. A great place to camp.

We camp here often, it is the smallest state park in Washington. Only 2 camp sites!

A great little spot for lunch while kayaking

Great tour guide, Brandon was very energetic and knowledgeable! The views were spectacular. I’m hoping to go again another time for their bioluminescent kayaking tour. Overall an amazing experience!

Jethro was a fantastic guide. He was very accommodating to me as someone who had never sea kayaked. He was very quick to answer questions and provide information about the marine life surrounding us. I would absolutely recommend Discovery Sea Kayak Tours to anyone - whether they had kayaked previously or were new to this. I can’t wait to come back next year.

I would absolutely recommend Discovery Sea Kayaks for your next Sea Kayaking adventure. It is abundantly clear how much care they put into their services while still providing a laid back, relaxing outdoor experience. Safety and comfort are a top priority and guides are thoroughly trained on how to create the best experience with each unique trip they take their guests on. Thank you to Brandon for hosting us and showing us such a great time! Will definitely be using their services for future opportunities.

Our three day trip was epic. Brandon was an excellent guide and person. He was so attentive and made everything enjoyable. The kayaking was fabulous. We enjoyed the wildlife, the views, the amazing sunset hike, and the delicious food! The group size was perfect. In addition to Brandon as our guide, we loved working with Naomi and Kelly.We highly recommend this adventure.

What an incredible experience on the last day of the season with Discovery Sea Kayak. We live on SJI and this was our first time and we’re so happy we chose this company. It was seamless from inquiring to booking to the actual experience. Our guides, Caleb and Jethro, were awesome! Super laid back, informative and just all around friendly (and patient). So excited to do it again!

Amazing day on the water! Caleb was a great guide and we learned a ton along the way. Super friendly and laid back staff. Would got back to them 10/10 times!

As a professional sea kayak guide for seven years, one might argue I have some authority to speak on the subject of kayak tours. Our guide, Jethro, was engaging, informative, and professional. He thoroughly explained how to appropriately don spray skirts, PFDs, and introduced the basics of paddling/safety in such a way that made it easy for those who might not have as much experience. Our group consisted of my partner and myself, and two other couples who were older than us. We reached Lime Kiln State Park quicker than expected due to the combined paddling strength of the group and the currents. Although we didn't see any whales (we weren't too hopeful anyway), we did see a plethora of other critters including a bald eagle, rock sausages (seals), and jellyfish (Jethro even picked up a moon jelly and gave it to my partner to hold for their first time ever). I was pleasantly satisfied with the amount of information Jethro provided about the area during our tour. This is usually one of my sticking points when I take kayak tours and he did great. We never felt ignored, we learned something, and we saw/felt/smelt some sights/sounds. The only issue/concern my partner brought up that I agreed with is it might be a bit much to ask some clients to help carry the kayaks from storage to the water and back. They are heavy boats and it isn't necessarily advertised online that clients are expected to carry their own weight in that respect. I helped pick up the slack, but my partner has a small stature and hurt their hand carrying the kayak across from someone who wasn't pulling their weight. Kayak carts might be a thoughtful investment. Other than that, we had a great time and would recommend this company to others visiting the area.

Beautiful overlook trail to the kiln . Stairs down to a nice area with two picnic benches. What goes down must go back up.

A peaceful and beautiful view of Haro Strait. Nice hiking trails. Go early to beat the crowd. I took an eco taxi from Friday Harbor to visit the state park for the morning.

So amazing at low tide!! We hiked around the rocks on the north side. We saw a sea cucumber and lots of chiton and starfish and sea urchins!!

We visited on July 4th and got to tour the lighthouse. We had a beautiful view! Didn't see any whales unfortunately.

Beautiful place. Didn't see orcas but still so pretty.

Beautiful spot! Didn't get to see any orcas or whales sadly but worth visiting anyway.

Always enjoy a lighthouse. Unlike many, the view from here includes a coastline. That being Vancouver Island across the Haro Straits. Being off season, there were no whales or other sea life. We'll have to return on a summer evening and spend some time sitting and watching the waves.

Staff was informative and the process of getting queued up was straightforward. if you get there early enough you can park and walk around the area while waiting for the ferry.

It's good place for small vacation, lot of food and pretty awesome views during summer.

Lovely little dock for the ferries. Easy walk off for a day scoping out the tiny town of Friday Harbor on foot! Just beautiful!!

Ferry ride was pleasant as we anticipate an interesting seaport to embark whale watching and sunsets.

Really nice island, highly recommend coming for at least a day trip.

I love that they have puzzles out on the tables. We were lucky to snag one and had a fun time trying to finish the puzzle before the ride was over.

Be flexible in your scheduling because you could run later than you think. Lots of factors go into the planning of this ferry. Beautiful ride and very smooth no matter what the conditions.

The views are almost unmatched and you can hike or drive to the top so everyone can enjoy it.

The perfect place to get a sense of how the San Juan Islands Canada and the PNW all connect. Really great views in all directions with hopeful plaques at point everything out. This is at the top of a long hill so if you bike it, you’re gonna work and if you drive, you’ll wind through a beautiful forest.

Best view on Orcas Island! A discover pass is required, otherwise you need to pay for parking. It’s a short walk to the top, and there is a nice informational facility in the parking lot with restrooms and a place to fill your water bottle. The drive up the mountain is so pretty, but watch for bikes and oncoming traffic since the road is somewhat narrow.

I love this place, such an amazing view from the stone lookout tower. Great hiking in the area for all levels of hiker. Try to go when the sky is clear, you can see forever.

One of the best marine views in the world

Super Smokey out but still super beautiful

The view in this place is breathtaking. It peaceful and beautiful particularly if you get to be here during summer. Highly recommended!

This is a very nice short round trip from the park entrance to the point where houses are built and back that measures approximately 1.36 miles of gravel based beach. Lots of shorebirds, sand, driftwood and great views of Fisherman Bay and San Juan and Shaw Island. On any given day of exploring, one can find Bald Eagles and many waterbirds. It is both a grand place to visit as well as relax after a long day. I am sad that I had to move away. My roommate decided after cutting hair all day long he can't stand having anyone live with him and he requested I move out. I will miss the many great places, great residents and life on Lopez Island. I am currently staying in Swede Haven as I look for long term housing.

Great little beach, love walking out to it, finding some logs to lay against, looking at the world go by

This beach park is the easiest to get to on Lopez. Just park at the south end of the beach or in one of the turn-offs along the road, hop over a driftwood log, and you're on the beach. Best sunset spot on the island.

Cute little park with a long stretch of beach scattered with beach logs. The tide was way in so there wasn’t much beach but still very beautiful!

Fresh ocean breeze, long driftwood strewn Beach, perfect for a dog walk and relaxation.

I love this little day park; it’s so peaceful watching the water in the channel, with a view to American Camp.

Rocky waterfront beach, good for toddlers who love throwing rocks into the sea.

Very beautiful place, so serene and full of nature.

Clean, friendly and secure. Nice bathrooms, easy to navigate

Delivered 50 ft pipe on a 53 ft trailer. Needed to get a little to up close and personal with an Arbutus/Madrona tree to get into the place to unload. People were great and can't thank them enough.

I have the pleasure of keeping my boat in Shipyard Cove Marina. I also have had the pleasure of having my boat maintained by Aaron Hayes, Port Marine Repair. Aaron has maintained my boats for may years and I cannot say enough positive things. Excellent always! Thanks Aaron!

Shipyard Cove Marina is well managed by the Port of Friday Harbor.

Awesome! Paradise, really. A boaters heaven, tucked away just a bit from the ferry term. 5min. Highly recommend.

1/4 the traffic of the POFH. The facility is not as modern but it's activley being renovated.

Great views of Haro straight looking across to Vancouver island and the Olympic peninsula. Fires no longer allowed.

This is a long beach area with several different parking areas.. There is a toilet in the first parking lot. The different parking spaces have fire rings and picnic table. The beach has a large amount of driftwood to burn and on which to play. Bring your own water to drink. Enjoy!

Fantastic place to take in a sunset. Loads of hiking trails and fun places to watch wildlife

Beautiful place for a walk along the beach. Amazing amount of driftwood logs, beautiful sand, amazing rocks. Peaceful

Lots of driftwood and open space to be alone

Loved seeing the history of the structures and area. Was disappointed that we couldn't see inside any of the buildings. The officers quarters was just a monument and a plaque. Still fun to see.

What views if you like drift Wood miles of it here plus you can watch red black and gray foxes in the wild

Beautiful Island located at PNW ( San Juan Islands) accessible via boat or kayak. Pier and camping side available.

This might be one of my favorite places on Earth. Remote, can only get there by boat. Good place to get lost for a while.

Stunning and quiet option to a crowded Sucia anchorage. We shared a private, protected anchor with harbor seals, bald eagles, blue heron and great friends.

Old growth forest in the middle of the island. Amazing.

Great spot. One of my favorite

1 of the most beautiful places I've seen

Just went by on a boat. Cool looking island.

Beautiful ocean water and wonderful scenery.

Yellow island is simply amazing you should visit in May to see the wildflowers in full bloom.

Our favorite lil island!