San Juan Islands Family Travel Guide

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Seal in Friday Harbor, San Juan Islands, Washington
Harbor seal in Friday Harbor, San Juan Islands, Washington (Sunny Walter/courtesy, Washington State Tourism)

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Family Overview: San Juan Islands, Washington

The San Juan Islands, located in the Pacific Northwest and a part of the state of Washington, are the United States'portion of what's known as the San Juan Archipelago (Canada's share are called the Gulf Islands). Of the many islands only 15 are accessible by public ferry, six on the American side. The Washington State Ferries system takes vehicles and passengers from Anacortes, Washington to four of the six inhabited U.S. islands: Lopez, Shaw, Orcas, and San Juan. Private, seasonal, passenger-only ferries travel to more islands. Read More

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Hotels

West Beach Resort

190 Waterfront Way
Eastsound, WA 98245

Distance: 10.8 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: Not Yet Rated
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Delta Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort and Spa

45 Songhees Road
Victoria V9A 6T3 Map

Distance: 18.1 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 4 class stars

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Royal Scot Hotel & Suites

425 Quebec St
Victoria V8V 1W7 Map

Distance: 18.2 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 3 class stars

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Attractions

Discovery Sea Kayaks

expert favorite attraction
Friday Harbor, Washington

Distance: 0.1 mi. (from destination center)

Description: Discovery Sea Kayaks offers a variety of trips through the San Juan Islands, including day trips, multi-day trips, and even custom excursions. ... Read More
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Lime Kiln Point State Park

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Distance: 6.2 mi. (from destination center)

Description: Lime Kiln Point is a 36-acre day-use park on the west side of San Juan Island. This area is popular... Read More
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Spencer Spit State Park

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Distance: 7.2 mi. (from destination center)

Description: Named for the sand split shaped by wind and tide, Spencer Spit State Park is a 138-acre marine park... Read More
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Airports

Major Airports near San Juan Islands

Distance (mi.)
Vancouver International Airport 45.4 map
Seattle/Tacoma International Airport 82.1 map
Portland International Airport 205.2 map

Other Smaller Airports near San Juan Islands

Distance (mi.)
Rosario SPB 10.1 map
Eastsound Orcas Island Airport 15.5 map
Victoria International Airport 20.6 map

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San Juan Islands Vacation Rentals

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Lopez Island-Ravens Rook Main House and Cabin- Handbuilt in the Northwest Style

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Sleeps: 4
Amenities: Air Conditioning, CD Player, Coffee Maker, DVD Player, Full kitchen, Hair Dryer, Internet Access, Laundry, Linens, No Pets, Non-Smoking, Oven, Patio, Phone, Refrigerator, Stereo, Stove, TV, Utensils, Wireless Internet Access, Woodburning Stove
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from: $136

2 Bedroom VACATION HOME in LOPEZ ISLAND, WA

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Sleeps: 4
Amenities: BBQ, Blender, CD Player, Cable/Satellite TV, Coffee Maker, Computer Access, DVD Player, Fireplace, Full kitchen, Hair Dryer, Internet Access, Iron, Ironing Board, Laundry, Linens, Microwave, Non-Smoking, Oven, Pets OK, Refrigerator, Stereo, Stove, TV, Toaster, Towels, Utensils, VCR, Wireless Internet Access
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from: $10

Whidbey Island Vacation Rental

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 4
Sleeps: 8
Amenities: Alarm Clock, BBQ, Balcony, Blender, CD Player, Cable/Satellite TV, Coffee Maker, Computer Access, DVD Player, Dishwasher, Filtered water, Fireplace, Garage, Hair Dryer, Internet Access, Iron, Ironing Board, Laundry, Linens, Microwave, Non-Smoking, Oceanfront, Patio, Pets OK, Phone, Playground, Refrigerator, Restaurant, Sauna, Stereo, Stove, TV, Toaster, Towels, VCR, Wireless Internet Access, Woodburning Stove

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