San Juan Islands, Washington
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Kayaking on the San Juan Islands.
The San Juan Islands are one of the most beautiful sea kayaking destinations in the world. Join a kayaking tour around the islands, paddle near the shore, or rent kayaks to explore the water, wildlife, and views. Several local companies offer guided kayak treks and individual kayak rentals.Bike Tours on San Juan Island.
Visit delightful local vineyards and wineries on San Juan Island and Lopez Island, and discover medal–winning selections. Stop in to a tasting rooms or stroll through the vineyards and scenic gardens at San Juan Vineyards and Lopez Winery.San Juan Islands Wineries.
The San Juan Islands are a biking utopia and a popular destination for bike tours, with breathtaking island terrain and landscapes. Enjoy Lopez Island's mostly flat terrain or San Juan Island's diverse terrain – spring through fall. Riders love a challenging ride up to the top of Orca Island's Mt. Constitution or trekking quiet country roads with stunning water views. [Top]Friday Harbor Special!
The only town in the islands, Friday Harbor is a bustling seaport and the only island town that's a stop on the Washington State Ferry. You will be charmed by eclectic offerings, a performing arts center, a whale museum, charming shops, art galleries, historic sights, and fine restaurants. Much of Friday Harbor focuses on the orca whales which call the waters of the island home. In summers, whale watching tours and flights leave from the harbor.Once beyond Friday Harbor, San Juan Island becomes a pastoral setting of farmland, forests and rolling hills. Drive or cycle along West Side Road. Scan the skies for eagles and hawks, and head to the San Juan Islands National Historical Parks.
At the northwest corner of San Juan Island, Roche Harbor is the island's other gathering of stores. The world–class Roche Harbor Resort, built in the late 1800s, is the only resort on the island that can rightfully claim that Teddy Roosevelt slept there. During the summer, Roche Harbor's bustling marina becomes the hub of boating and festivities. Roche Harbor offers tennis, volleyball, kayak and boat rentals, as well as several restaurants and a small grocery store. Friday Harbor – San Juan Island Hotel
Embrace the subtle tranquil luxury of the BEST WESTERN PLUS Friday Harbor Suites hotel where San Juan Island hospitality will sweep you away. Enjoy friendly service, spacious one and two–bedroom suites and thoughtful amenities as you discover the San Juan Islands. A short drive or walk from San Juan Islands National Parks and County Park, the Friday Harbor Suites features an outdoor Jacuzzi, fitness facility, Day Spa, Full Fitness Facilty with pool,meeting & event space, Friday Harbor airport shuttle service, and exciting San Juan Island Packages. [Top]
San Juan Island.
With wonderful outdoor, historical, shopping, and dining opportunities, San Juan Island offers a gamut of experiences. From world–class museums, gardens, and galleries, the beautiful Island offers wonderful sightseeing, culture and fun.If you're a history buff, check out American or British camps and two national parks offering tours into the island's past. If you want to see orcas, head to San Juan Island. From May through September, close to 90 of these majestic creatures ply the waters of Haro Strait. Lime Kiln Point State Park offers wonderful opportunities to observe the whales of J, K and L pod. [Top]
Orcas Island.
With a diverse landscape, Orcas Island offers world–class recreation in the San Juan Islands. Moran State Park is a mecca for hikers, bikers, campers, trail runners and outdoor enthusiasts. The view from the top of Mount Constitution, the islands' highest point, is spectacular. Head to Eastsound, which offers fine restaurants, galleries and shops. For peace and quiet, pedal or moped the islands rural roads where you'll stumble across charming villages that offer a slice of Orcas Island life. Deer Harbor is a sleepy harbor village that boasts the best water views anywhere. The harbor's kayak, charter and boat rentals offer outstanding opportunities to enjoy the water. Small and serene, Deer Harbor is worth a visit. [Top]Lopez Island.
Laid–back and super friendly, Lopez Island has a small village, yet offers big–time opportunities for peace and solitude. Popular with bicyclists because of its miles of mostly flat roadways, Lopez also offers a variety of parks, campgrounds, and resorts. Peaceful Lopez Village – the island's commercial and cultural hub – features eclectic restaurants, shops and galleries. In summer don't miss the Farmers Market, and check out the turn–of–the–century Lopez Center for Community and the Arts.Shaw Island.
Shaw Island offers the most serenity and solitude in the Islands. With only one general store, Shaw is perfect place to relax and meditate in nature. Little used country roads provide bicycling and walking opportunities and beachside Shaw Island County Park offers a place to rest your head under the stars. For melting stress in the outdoors, it's hard to beat Shaw Island!View our Deposit & Cancellation Policy
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BEST WESTERN PLUS Friday Harbor Suites, WA
680 Spring Street, Friday Harbor, Washington 98250
Reservations: 800-752-5752 Telephone: 360-378-3031
Email: info@fridayharborsuites.com
