San Juan Islands – The best place to visit in Washington State

 San Juan Islands in northwest Washington State. World-class whale watching, kayaking, biking, hiking, farm-to-table dining, cozy lodgings. This island the second-largest and most populous of the San Juan Islands in northwestern Washington, United States. It has a land area of 142.59 km².

In the north of the Puget Sound, and close to British Columbia, you’ll find beautiful Islands. Despite the proximity to Canada, they belong to the United States, and to Washington State in particular. Islands are an inviting retreat and an escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, offering an abundance of outdoor activities in a stunning landscape. You can kayak in the water, take tours to spot Orca Whales in their natural habitats, dine on fresh seafood or hike through the  Juan Island National Historical Park. Friday Harbor and Rocher Harbor are the two hubs for dining, shopping and sightseeing, and they also offer some commercial flights, boat arrivals and museums.

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About  The San Juan Island

Table of Contents

• About  The San Juan Island
• Explore the San Juan Islands
  • When visiting the San Juan Islands, make sure you:

An island vacation on San Juan Island in Washington? San Juan might not be a tropical retreat, but this scenic scape proudly features beaches, orca pods, and one of the country’s largest lavender farms. Lime Kiln Point State Park is the perfect place for whale watching, while Pelindaba Lavender Farm will set you up with a lifetime supply of the fragrant purple plant. The bustling Friday Harbor is a jackpot of restaurants and shops, plus unique attractions like the 19-acre sculpture garden at Westcott Bay Reserve. Read More about the Islands

Explore the San Juan Islands

There’s nowhere else in the world quite like the  Juan Islands. Located just a few hours from downtown Seattle by car and ferry (or an even shorter plane ride), this island is home to a thriving population of majestic orca whales.

Orca whales live, play, and raise their young in the waters of the Haro Strait near the  Islands, Washington. In the spring, summer, and fall they ply the calm, cold, clear waters of the San Juan Islands, following the schools of Pacific salmon that are returning to the rivers where they were born. From mid-April until the beginning of October there’s just no better place to see orca whales than the San  Islands.

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In addition to whale watching, there’s plenty to do in Friday Harbor and the rest of the San Juan Islands, including sea kayaking, hiking, and biking. You’ll also find plenty of local farms, vineyards, and local farm-to-table restaurants to visit!

When visiting the San Juan Islands, make sure you:

• Stay at one of over 50 wonderful hotels and bed and breakfasts
• Visit Lopez Island or Orcas Island for a fun day trip!
• Enjoy delicious locally caught halibut, salmon, and crab at one of the many local restaurants.

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