San Juan Island

Mountains, Salt Water and Ferry Boats: Mt. Baker & The Boat

Mountains, Salt Water and Ferry Boats: Mt. Baker & The Boat

Crystal Seas Kayaking

Nestled between the snowcapped Cascade and Olympic Mountain Ranges, the San Juan archipelago is a kayaker’s paradise! Sea Kayak with Crystal Seas on a 3-Hour, 1-Day or Multiple Day Kayak Tour. We offer free transportation to our private docks located on the west-side of San Juan Island. This coastline gives you the best opportunity for seeing the resident orcas because of their feeding patterns. Our naturalist guides will lead you along dramatic coastlines though beds of kelp, weaving in and out of pebble stoned coves. Departure from our kayak docks help keep you dry and make it comfortable when entering and exiting the kayak. Small groups of 8 or less. Beginners welcome. We also provide bicycling tours, whale watching boat tours and offer discounts for combo tours. 877-SEAS-877.

San Juan Excursions
San Juan Excursions provides comfortable Whale Watching & Wildlife cruises aboard the smooth cruising 64 ft. classic motor yacht “Odyssey”. Enjoy seeing amazing wildlife such as orca whales, sea lions, seals, porpoise, minke whales, bald eagles and much more during April-October with our experienced naturalist guides. With heated cabins, large outdoor wrap around decks and indoor lounge style seating, 2 restrooms and a snack bar, the “Odyssey” is perfect for every age and private charters. We will give you a free pass to come again if you do not see the orcas. 15 years in business. Locally owned and operated. 360-378-4223 or toll free at 800-80-WHALES

Washington State Ferry Dock, Town of Friday Harbor on beautiful San Juan Island

Washington State Ferry Dock, Town of Friday Harbor on beautiful San Juan Island

San Juan Directory: A straight shot to all the details about San Juan Island.  Visit The San Juan Update for a unique peek at the life and times on San Juan Island.  The Friday Harbor business community is well represented by Ian Byington’s efforts in this pair of San Juan Islands classics!  Plan your visit to the San Juan Islands today!

San Juan Island’s History Click here for a quick snapshot of the life and times of the San Juan Islands.  Excerpted from the extensive writings of David Richardson, author of two best-selling books:  Magic Islands-a Treasure-Trove of the San Juan Islands, still available while supplies last, and  Pig War Islands, currently out of print.

Friday Harbor from the water

Friday Harbor from the water

San Juan Islands Current Events: For the latest news from the San Juan Islands, updated and easy to search  visit the local media for an onsite look at what is happening in San Juan County.

San Juan Journal
Islands Sounder
San Juan Islander
Islands’ Weekly