Birding in the San Juan Islands 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.
Self guided nature tour of Jakle's Lagoon and Mount Finlayson 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 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 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.
Learn to ride horseback in the San Juan Islands 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 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 Many heart warming experiences await you on the Westside of San Juan Island.
Roche Harbor Walking Tour 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.
Yacht Charters in the San Juan Islands 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 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 Salt water and fresh water fishing general info, tour outfitters, photos, and more.
Kayaking on San Juan Island A kayakers’ paradise, San Juan Island is nestled between the snow capped Olympic Mountain Range and the Cascade Mountain Range. Witness unbelievable wildlife May through September.
Bicycling on San Juan Island Bicycling on San Juan Island; Get general bicycling information, tour outfitters, and more.
Golfing on San Juan Island Full service 9 hole golf course. Includes driving range, tennis courts, practice green bunker, Bar and Restaurant with Banquet facilities.
Workshops and classes in the San Juan Islands 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.
Hiking On San Juan Island A guide to hiking on San Juan Island. Features recommended hiking on the island, trail info, photos and more.
Whale Watching in the San Juan Islands The San Juan Islands are home to numerous species of whales, a whale museum, the Center for whale research, and several whale watching tour companies.
