Local fishing expert gives you the details on how to fish the San Juan Islands.

Local fishing expert gives you the details on how to fish the San Juan Islands.

Highlights of English Camp include a ranger guided walking tour, historical reenactments, nature programs and orientations, a trail leading up Mount Young, photographic opportunities of Garrison Bay and the historic structures left over from the Royal British Marines occupation during the Pig War, and much more.

A list of the best places to picnic on Orcas Island, Lopez Island, and San Juan Island.

Detailed San Juan Island camping info, campgrounds, photos, maps, and more.

The San Juan Islands are a fantastic place to watch birds. Please enjoy this interview with local bird watching enthusiast Carl Silvernail of the Otters Pond bed and breakfast.

A salt water trail that stretches over 140 miles, from the Canadian border on the north to southernmost Puget Sound near Olympia.

Make sure to print out this self-guided nature tour that takes you on a beautiful and educational hike through the prairie and forest. The trail is about 1 mile in length and will take approximately 1 hour to complete.

Mount Young, with its expansive marine views over the northwest side of San Juan Island easily makes our top 10 viewpoints in the San Juan Islands list. It almost made our top 10 hikes in the San Juan Islands list but the hike is only 10 minutes long! Bring along your camera for the views!

Cattle Point is the south eastern tip of San Juan Island... from here several islanders with fuel-efficient vehicles enjoy views of Lopez Island, and the Olympic Mountains across the straits of Juan de Fuca. Many trails, viewpoints, beaches, and scenic photography opportunities await your exploration.

South Beach is a 2 miles long stretch of pebble beach where you can still get a good chunk of beach all to yourself, even in the height of summer.

Don't let the grisly history of Dead Man's Bay prevent you from enjoying this treasure of San Juan Island's West side .

With just a little bit of instruction and a little bit more courage you and your significant other could be riding through forests and pastures on horseback.

Many heart warming experiences await you on the Westside of San Juan Island.

Lime Kiln Point is a 36-acre day-use park set on the west side of San Juan Island. The park is considered one of the best places in the world to view whales from a land-based facility.

Enjoy a divine spa experience overlooking the peaceful lavender fields of Pelindaba Lavender Farm.

Offering free weights, cyber circuit, two racquetball courts, cardio equipment, unisex spa area, 25 yard pool, kid pool, aerobics, yoga, strength training classes, and a snack bar.

A list of the best places to picnic on Orcas Island, Lopez Island, and San Juan Island.

Services and resources on the San Juan Islands enhancing relaxation, health and well being.

Relax your body and find sanctuary for your soul. Susan Millington can help you to unwind and find your center with a variety of massage treatments.

Park staff and volunteers recreate military and civilian life on San Juan Island during the joint occupation. Activities include blacksmithing,coopering, weaving and needlework.

Highlights of English Camp include a ranger guided walking tour, historical reenactments, nature programs and orientations, a trail leading up Mount Young, photographic opportunities of Garrison Bay and the historic structures left over from the Royal British Marines occupation during the Pig War, and much more.

A list of the best places to picnic on Orcas Island, Lopez Island, and San Juan Island.

A publication from the University of Washington all about the geology of the San Juan Islands. Very informative.

Learn all about how the death of one pig allmost resulted in war on San Juan island.

Come visit the San Juan Historical Museum's Annual Pig War Picnic at their grounds at 405 Price Street directly after the 4th of July parade!

View the English Camp cemetery, a small plot surrounded by a picket fence. A handful of graves mark the dead of the British Royal Marine Light Infantry (and one civilian), mostly from the 1860s.

Cattle Point is the south eastern tip of San Juan Island... from here several islanders with fuel-efficient vehicles enjoy views of Lopez Island, and the Olympic Mountains across the straits of Juan de Fuca. Many trails, viewpoints, beaches, and scenic photography opportunities await your exploration.

Pick up a fold-out map from the Front Desk of Hotel de Haro while you are here to guide you around the historical village. It will explain a lot about its rich history during the "Limekiln Years". We have many pictures on display in the hotel lobby that were taken by a photographer hired by Mr. John S. McMillin, owner of Roche Harbor Lime & Cement Company in the late 1800's.

The Roche Harbor mausoleum is a memorial to the dreams and aspirations of John S. McMillan who was a Freemason and Templar. This is a historical, esoteric, and picturesque site not to be missed. Approximately 1 km from Roche are Marina.

Walk the high bank trail to Lime Kiln Lighthouse and return on a path under fir, cedar and Madrone.

Several Interesting Facts about the San Juan Islands that even locals would be surprised to know.

Park staff and volunteers recreate military and civilian life on San Juan Island during the joint occupation. Available in the Summer months.

With over 100 pieces of sculpture scattered over 20 acres of parkland this sculpture Park and nature preserve is one of the largest sculpture parks on the West Coast. 10 miles from Friday Harbor and within walking distance of Roche Harbor.

A list of the best places to picnic on Orcas Island, Lopez Island, and San Juan Island.

Led by Museum educators, tours provide a unique experience that enhances your group's understanding and appreciation of whales and the marine habitat.

Make sure to print out this self-guided nature tour that takes you on a beautiful and educational hike through the prairie and forest. The trail is about 1 mile in length and will take approximately 1 hour to complete.

With just a little bit of instruction and a little bit more courage you and your family can be riding through forests and pastures on horseback.

The works of art shown here were produced by the artists of the San Juan Islands. Just click on an image to see more from an artist.

Enroll in a class or workshop and learn about arts, ceramic sculpture, drawing, pastels, glass sculpture, glass blowing ,botanical painting, watercolors, basic bronze foundry art casting, bead making, lampwork , jewelry making, general metalsmithing, T'ai Chi Ch'uan classes, or a Marine naturalists training program.

Complete information about local whales and whales in general can be found at the The Whale Museum in Friday Harbor, a nationally-recognized research facility.

Catch free live music down at the Port of Friday Harbor from late June through early September!

A list of the best places to picnic on Orcas Island, Lopez Island, and San Juan Island.

4th of July highlights include small town atmosphere, parades, salmon bbqs, car shows, live music, and fireworks!

Come visit the San Juan Historical Museum's Annual Pig War Picnic at their grounds at 405 Price Street directly after the 4th of July parade!

The San Juan County Fair offers high quality entertainment, education, great food, good old fashioned fun and neighborly socializing.

The Theatre offers a broad variety of high quality, locally produced events.

A list of the best places to picnic on Orcas Island, Lopez Island, and San Juan Island.

Led by Museum educators, tours provide a unique experience that enhances your group's understanding and appreciation of whales and the marine habitat.

Make sure to print out this self-guided nature tour that takes you on a beautiful and educational hike through the prairie and forest. The trail is about 1 mile in length and will take approximately 1 hour to complete.

South Beach is a 2 miles long stretch of pebble beach where you can still get a good chunk of beach all to yourself, even in the height of summer.

Don't let the grisly history of Dead Man's Bay prevent you from enjoying this treasure of San Juan Island's West side .

With just a little bit of instruction and a little bit more courage you and your family can be riding through forests and pastures on horseback.

Packs and snacks and some warmer clothes we are going to Jackson's Beach! The kids will love making forts out of the unlimited driftwood found here...

Pick up a fold-out map from the Front Desk of Hotel de Haro while you are here to guide you around the historical village. It will explain a lot about its rich history during the "Limekiln Years". We have many pictures on display in the hotel lobby that were taken by a photographer hired by Mr. John S. McMillin, owner of Roche Harbor Lime & Cement Company in the late 1800's.

Lime Kiln Point is a 36-acre day-use park set on the west side of San Juan Island. The park is considered one of the best places in the world to view whales from a land-based facility.

Lakedale Resort offers activities like fishing, camping, and swimming for young adults and children on San Juan Island.