2009 Visitor info for San Juan Island, Orcas Island, and Lopez Island.: Recreational Activities

Camping On San Juan Island

Fri, 29 Oct 2009 22:49:00 GMT

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

Birding in the San Juan Islands

Thu, 30 Sep 2009 20:02:00 GMT

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.

Hike or paddle into the Cascadia Marine Trail

Thu, 29 Jul 2009 18:29:00 GMT

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

Self guided nature tour of Jakle's Lagoon and Mount Finlayson

Tue, 20 Jul 2009 16:56:00 GMT

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.

Visit the Cattle Point Lighthouse

Thu, 03 Jun 2009 19:41:00 GMT

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.

Exercise the kids at South Beach

Thu, 03 Jun 2009 19:21:00 GMT

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.

Explore the tide pools at Dead Man's Cove

Thu, 03 Jun 2009 18:57:00 GMT

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

Learn to ride horseback in the San Juan Islands

Thu, 03 Jun 2009 04:26:00 GMT

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.

Hike Mount Young

Fri, 25 Jun 2009 23:21:00 GMT

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!

West Side Exlorations

Fri, 14 May 2009 12:28:00 GMT

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

Roche Harbor Walking Tour

Fri, 30 Apr 2009 14:32:00 GMT

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.

Scuba diving the San Juan Islands

Fri, 10 Dec 2009 01:15:00 GMT

Browse businesses and services relating to scuba diving in the San Juan Islands.

Yacht Charters in the San Juan Islands

Fri, 07 Aug 2008 21:27:00 GMT

Chartering a yacht is one of life's greatest pleasures. As independent charter specialists, our unbiased advice is based on personal inspections. We recommend the perfect charter yachts and destinations for your objectives and preferences, from all options worldwide.

Take A Short Walk/Hike to the esoteric Roche Harbor Mausoleum

Fri, 30 Apr 2009 14:29:00 GMT

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.

Fishing On San Juan Island

Tue, 31 Oct 2005 15:53:00 GMT

Salt water and fresh water fishing general info, tour outfitters, photos, and more.