| Beaches & Parks |
American
Camp - San Juan Island National Historical Park
Visitor Center/Ranger Station: Open All Year
September 2 - June 6: Thursday-Sunday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
June 9 - September 1: Daily, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Visitor Center: (360) 378-2902
www.nps.gov/sajh/
Located six miles southeast of downtown Friday Harbor, American
Camp has over 1,200 acres of grassland and beach with 9 miles
of trails and spectacular marine vistas. South Beach, 4th
of July Beach, Cattle Park and Jakle's Lagoon are all a part
of American Camp. A one mile, self-guided history foot trail
begins in the American Camp parking lot. Ranger guided walks
are also available. Facilities include picnic tables, fire
pits, and restrooms. |
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Eagle Cove Park
Eagle Cove Road, 6 miles southeast of Friday Harbor A nice
sandy beach great for picnicking and beachcombing. |
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English Camp - San Juan Island
National Historical Park
Visitor Center: June 9 - September 2, Daily, 10:00 a.m. to
6:00 p.m.
http://www.nps.gov/sajh/
English Camp is about nine miles northwest of downtown Friday
Harbor. It contains 530 acres with 2 miles of shoreline and
approximately 4 miles of trails. A self-guided history walk
includes trails to the open Parade Ground, formal English
garden, cemetery and up through the woods leading to breathtaking
views of Canada at the top of Mt. Young. Picnic tables, restrooms,
and a dinghy dock. |
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Fourth of July Beach
Part of American Camp - A perfect spot for a picnic or kite
flying. Many people enjoy wading in Griffin Bay on a summer
day. |
Mt. Finlayson
Nature Trail
Part of American Camp. Beautiful views of Mt. Rainier on a clear
day. The trail is up 290' Mt. Finlayson. |
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San Juan County Park
www.co.san-juan.wa.us/parks
(360) 378-1842
San Juan County Park is a beautiful 12 acre park located
at Smallpox Bay (between Friday Harbor and Roche Harbor).
Beautiful views to the Straits of Juan de Fuca, Olympic Mountains
and British Columbia. Park amenities include water, flush
toilets, picnic tables, fire rings, 20 campsites, boat launch
& mooring buoys. |
Cattle Point
Lighthouse
Part of American Camp - a great spot for a picnic. Visit the
Coast Guard Radio Station. |
Eagle Cove
A popular sandy beach on the south side of the island. |
Egg Lake
Fish for rainbow trout in April and May, and largemouth bass
throughout the summer. This small year-round lake is located
on the northeast end of San Juan Island. There is a public access
dock and launch ramp on Egg Lake Road |
Jackson
Beach
Off Pear Point Road Sandy beach popular for volleyball, picnics,
wading and skimboarding. |
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Lime Kiln State Park
Also known as "Whale
Watch Park", Lime Kiln State Park is located 9 miles
west of Friday Harbor. Orca whales, porpoises, seals, dolphins,
and eagles frequent these shorelines during the spring and
summer months. High rocky banks - no beach. Facilities include
toilets, picnic sites, a lighthouse, and a viewing platform. |
Reuben Tarte
picnic area
Limestone Point Road This secluded park looks out at Saturna,
Flattop, Waldron, Sucia, and Orcas Islands. Roadside parking
- walk down steep trail. |
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San Juan Island Trails Committee
www.sanjuanislandtrails.org
Maps and information on hiking and biking trails in the San
Juans. |
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San Juan County Park
380 Westside Road
Camping, picnicking, boating, scuba diving. 18 campsites. |
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Sportsman's Lake
Located approximately 3 miles northwest of Friday Harbor this
66 acre lake has a public access boat launch. |
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Turn Point Park
Launch kayaks/canoes only
- carry from the parking area. |
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Westcott Bay Reserve Sculpture
Park
www.wbay.org
(360) 370-5050
A nineteen-acre nature reserve displaying over 80 sculptures.
Excellent bird-watching and nature trails. |
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| Bikes / Mopeds |
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Susie's Moped Rentals, Inc.
Harrison and "A" Street
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
www.susiesmopeds.com
(360) 378-5244
800-532-0087
fax: (360) 378-6444
Moped and dune buggy rentals. Hourly and daily rates. |
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Bon Accord Charters
PO Box 994
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
www.bonaccord.com
(360) 378-6670
Guided bicycle tours. Choose from 1/2 day, full day, and
1 or 2 night venues. Tours are limited to 6 people. |
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Island Bicycles
380 Argyle Ave.
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
www.islandbicycles.com
(360) 378-4941
fax: (360) 378-4706
Mountain and road bike rentals available by the hour, day,
multi-day or week. Reservations are strongly recommended during
the summer months. |
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Island Scooter and Bike Rentals
85 Front St.
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
(360) 378-8811
Rentals include Yamaha Razz scooters and Gary Fisher mountain
bikes. |
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San Juan Island Trails Committee
www.sanjuanislandtrails.org
Information about hiking and bike trails on San Juan Island. |
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San Juan County Public Works "Bike
Smart"
www.co.san-juan.wa.us
Riding and safety tips. |
TerraTrek
PO Box 3135
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
www.goterratrek.com |
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| Kayaking |
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San Juan Safaris
PO BOX 2749
San Juan Island, WA
www.sanjuansafaris.com
(360) 378-1323
800-450-6858
Whale watching & sea kayaking from Friday Harbor and
Roche Harbor. Small groups with naturalist guides, state-of-the-art
equipment. Rental of open or sit-on-top style kayaks available
by the hour or the day. |
Adventure
Kayak Tours
PO Box 2106
Friday Harbor, WA 98250 (360) 378-5296 Toll free: 888-858-5296
Kayak tours, sales and rentals.
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Bon Accord Kayak Tours
PO Box 994
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
www.bonaccord.com
(360) 378-6670
Choose from a 1 to 2 hour scenic pace or up to 4 to 5 hour
training paddles. Tours limited to 6 persons, with flexible
scheduling. We are the home of the Mothership kayak whale watching and wildlife tours for the San Juan Islands.
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Crystal Seas Kayaking
www.crystalseas.com
P.O. Box 3135
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
(360) 378-7899
877-SEAS-877
Offers small guided nature-oriented tours ranging from introductory
3 hour tours to full day excursions and multi-day expeditions. |
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Discovery Sea Kayak
188 Madrona
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
www.discoveryseakayak.com
(360) 378-2559
Toll free: 800-420-2559
fax: (360) 378-4147
Day trips, multi-day or guided rental trips in small groups
with a 6 to 8 guest maximum. |
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Outdoor Odysseys Kayak Tours
86 Cedar St.
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
www.outdoorodysseys.com
(360) 378-3533
800-647-4621
1 to 5 day kayak tours with naturalist/guides in groups averaging
6 to 12 people. Picnic lunch included in day trips. |
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San Juan Kayak Expeditions
P.O. Box 2041
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
www.sanjuankayak.com
(360) 378-4436
fax: (360) 370-5191
3 and 4 day guided kayak expeditions. Kayak rentals by the
day or week. |
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Sea Quest Kayak Expeditions
P.O. Box 2424
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
www.sea-quest-kayak.com
(360) 378-5767
888-589-4253
fax: (360) 378-8767
Half-day tours to Lime Kiln Whale Watch Park, camping trips
from 2 to 5 days to the smaller islands, and custom trips. |
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| Whale Watching |
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A Trophy Charters
Dock #2, Spring St. Landing
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
www.fishthesanjuans.com
(360) 378-2110
Fishing and/or whalewatching tours with underwater video
camera. |
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Eagles Eye Tours
PO Box 171,
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
www.eagleseyetours.com
(360) 472-0296
Charters and tours of the unique places that are part of
life in the San Juans. |
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Maya's Whale Watch Charters
Snug Harbor Marina
1997 Mitchell Bay Road,
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
www.mayaswhalewatch.biz
(360) 378-7996
Year-round whale watching and wildlife tours with 6 passengers
max. |
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Salish Sea Charters
PO Box 4446
Roche Harbor, WA 98250
www.salishsea.com
(360) 378-8555
Toll free: 877-560-5711
18 passenger vessel with a heated cabin offering whale watching
tours. |
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San Juan Boat Tours
P.O. Box 2281
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
www.whaletour.com
(360) 378-3499
800-232-ORCA (6722)
Whale watching tours from Friday Harbor and Rosario with
12 passenger max. May 22nd through September 6th
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San Juan Excursions
#2 Spring St. Landing
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
www.watchwhales.com
(360) 378-6636
fax: (360) 378-6652
800-80-WHALE
Daily departures May thru Sept. All trips with experienced
naturalist guides. |
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San Juan Safaris
PO BOX 2749
San Juan Island, WA
www.sanjuansafaris.com
(360) 378-1323
800-450-6858
Whale watching by boat or sea kayak from Friday Harbor and
Roche Harbor. Small groups with naturalist guides, state-of-the-art
equipment. |
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Western Prince
PO Box 418
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
www.orcawhalewatch.com
800-757-6722
(360) 378-5315
fax: (360) 378-4240
Whale watching and wildlife cruises with no more than 30
passengers. Private boat charters for up to 35 guests. |
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| Golf |
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San Juan Golf & Country Club
806 Golf Course Rd
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
www.sanjuangolf.com
(360) 378-2254 fax:
(360) 378-3107
Golf and tennis. Open to the public. Pro Shop, restaurant
& lounge. |
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| Walking / Hiking |
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American Camp Trails
Visitor Center/Ranger Station: Open All Year
September 2 - June 6: Thursday-Sunday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
June 9 - September 1: Daily, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
www.nps.gov/sajh/
Visitor Center: (360) 378-2902
American Camp offers a variety of trail experiences.
- A 1.25 mile self-guided history foot trail, begins in the
American Camp parking lot.
- Jakle's Lagoon Trail is 1.5 miles long. Great bird watching.
- Mt. Finlayson Trail is a 3 mile loop taking you to the top
of Mt. Finlayson. Beautiful views of Mt. Baker, Mt. Rainier,
the Olympic Mountains, and British Columbia.
- The South Beach walk is 2 miles long. Great tide pool observing
during low tide.
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English Camp Trails
Visitor Center: June 9 to September 2: Daily, 10:00 a.m. to
6:00 p.m.
www.nps.gov/sajh
- Bell Point Trail is a 2 mile loop with views of Westcott
Bay.
- Young Hill Trail is 1.25 miles of steep trail, taking you
to the top of Young Hill for a panoramic view of the island's
northeast corner. The English Camp cemetery holds the remains
of six Royal Marines. |
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San Juan Island Audubon Society
Bird Walks
http://www.sjiaudubon.org
Monthly field trips with Audubon society members. |
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San Juan Island National Historic
Park Self Guided Walks
P.O. Box 429
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
www.nps.gov
(360) 378-2240
(360) 378-2902
fax: (360) 378-2615
(360) 378-2996
Maps & descriptions of self-guided walks on San Juan
Island. |
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San Juan Island Trails Committee
www.sanjuanislandtrails.org
List of hiking and biking trails on San Juan Island. |
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San Juan Transit Hiking Information
www.sanjuantransit.com
San Juan Island hikes rated from easy to moderate/strenuous. |
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| Horseback Riding |
Saddle Up
Trailriding
2687 West Valley Road
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
(360) 378-4243
Horseback trail rides for all skill levels - conducted on
the 62-acre States Inn and Ranch. |
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| Fishing |
A Trophy
Charters
www.sanjuanweb.com/trophy
(360) 378-2110
All fishing gear & bait provided for salmon, halibut
and bottom fishing in San Juan Islands. |
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Duke's Sporting Goods
280 Spring Street
Friday Harbor, WA
(360) 378-6271
Fishing/crabbing gear. |
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Egg Lake
Located on the northeast end of San Juan Island. Largemouth
bass and rainbow trout, with good rainbow fishing in April
and May. |
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Gray Eagle Charters
PO Box 2627
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
(360) 378-6403
Skippered fishing charters. |
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Lakedale Resort
4313 Roche Harbor Road
Friday Harbor WA 98250
www.lakedale.com
(360) 378-2350
Two private lakes stocked with rainbow trout and largemouth
Bass. |
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North Shore Charters
P.O. Box 316
Eastsound, WA 98245
www.sanjuancruises.net
(360) 376-4855
Fishing charters for up to 6 people and their pets.
LingCod Season: May 1 - June 15, Halibut: May 1, Cabezon:
May 1-Nov 30, Rock Fish: year round |
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Sportsman's Lake
66 acre lake located 3 miles northwest of Friday Harbor. |
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Washington Dept of Fish & Wildlife
http://wdfw.wa.gov/fishcorn.htm
(360) 796-3215
Sportfishing and shellfish regulations and
seasons. Online fishing license purchase. |
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Wolf Creek Trading
50 Malcolm St.,
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
Wolf Creek Fly Fishing products and many fly fishing accessories. |
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| Sailing / Boating |
A Trophy
Charters
Dock #2, Spring St. Landing
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
www.fishthesanjuans.com
(360) 378-2110
Fishing and/or whale watching tours with underwater video
camera. |
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Adventures Under Sail
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
(360) 378-8330
Skippered cruises |
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Bon Accord Charters
P.O. Box 472
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
www.bonaccord.com
(360) 378-6670
Six-passenger vessel, offering whale watching / wildlife
tours. |
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Cap'n Howard's Sailing Charters
PO Box 2993
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
www.capnhoward.com
(360) 378-3958
Toll Free: 877-3GO SAIL (346-7245)
35' sailboat for whale watching, sightseeing, or sailing
lessons. USCG Certified. |
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Caramel Sailing Cruises
P.O. Box 501
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
www.sanjuanweb.com/sanjuan/sailwithus
(360) 378-9816
Toll Free 888- 875-1774
37' Hunter Legend sailboat. |
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Charters Northwest
#2 Spring Street Landing
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
www.chartersnorthwest.com
(360) 378-7196
800-258-3119
fax: (360) 378-7197
Bareboat/skippered charters, sail & power, 16' - 50'.
Half-day, full-day and multi-day rentals of small and large
powerboats and sailboats |
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Harmony Charters
973 Shark Reef Rd.
Lopez Island, WA 98261
www.interisland.net/countess
(360) 468-3310
fax: (360) 468-3786
63' yacht with 3 private staterooms. Offers day cruises,
or extended 10 day cruises. |
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North Shore Charters
P.O. Box 316
Eastsound, WA 98245
www.sanjuancruises.net
(360) 376-4855
Fishing, sunset cruises and charters for up to 6 people and
their pets. |
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Northwest Yachts
#2 Spring Street Landing
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
www.yachtworld.com/nwyachts
(360) 370-5560
(360) 378-7197
Offers sail, power, bareboat and crewed charter yachts as
well as instruction, skippers, rentals and trip planning. |
Port of
Friday Harbor
PO Box 889,
Friday Harbor WA 98250
www.portfridayharbor.org
(360) 378-2688
fax: (360) 378-6114 |
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Roche Harbor Marina
248 Reuben Memorial Drive
(P.O. Box 4001)
Roche Harbor, WA 98250
www.rocheharbor.com
800-451-8910
(360) 378-2155
Moorage, gas, diesel, propane, showers, Laundromat, groceries,
yacht charters , pool, restaurants, lodging, shops, gardens,
float plane terminal. Kayak and whale watching tours, day
cruise to Victoria. U.S. Customs Port of Entry. |
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San Juan Charters
695 Cape Drive
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
(360) 378-5578
fax: (360) 378-4056
Skippered boat charters through the San Juan Islands and
Canadian Gulf Islands. |
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San Juan Excursions
#2 Spring St. Landing
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
www.watchwhales.com
(360) 378-6636
fax: (360) 378 6652
800-80-WHALE
Daily departures May thru Sept. All trips with experienced
naturalist guides. |
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San Juan Island Yacht Club
273 Front St.
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
www.sjiyc.com
(360) 378-3434
fax: (360) 378-4963
Private membership club. Available for weddings, anniversaries,
etc. |
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San Juan Island Sailing Foundation
P.O. Box 2464
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
www.sanjuansailing.org
(360) 378-4119
A volunteer community service organization. Sailing classes
& races for ages 8 years through adult. |
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San Juans Navigator
617 Franck Street
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
www.sanjuansnavigator.com
(360) 378-6973
fax: (360) 378-5199
Boaters guide for San Juan County, Washington State. Maps,
port information and a directory of services. |
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San Juan Safaris
Friday Harbor, WA
www.sanjuansafaris.com
800-450-6858
(360) 378-1323
Whale watching, wildlife & bird watching cruises from
Friday Harbor and Roche Harbor. Naturalist guides, state-of-the-art
equipment. |
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Scamper Charters
685 Spring St. #191
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
877-314-3532
A 36 foot fantail launch built in 1920. Six passenger limit.
Departs each evening for a sunset cruise. |
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Snug Harbor Resort Marina
1997 Mitchell Bay Road,
Friday Harbor, WA 98250.
www.snugresort.com/rentals.html
(360) 378-4762
fax: (360) 378-8859
Boat rentals, charters, launch ramp, gas dock. Whale &
kayak tours. |
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Vessel Assist San Juans
1063 Turn Point Road
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
(360) 378-4588
Towing, divers, fuel, jump start. |
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| Scuba Diving |
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Island Dive & Water Sports
2A Spring Street Landing
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
www.divesanjuan.com
(360) 378-2772
800-303-8386
fax: (360) 378-5549
Full service dive operation in the San Juan Islands. |
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| Swimming |
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San Juan Island Parks & Recreation
Information
580 Guard St
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
http://www.islandrec.org
(360) 378-4953
Adult, teen and youth programs - swimming, yoga lessons,
volleyball & softball leagues, soccer, baseball / tennis
camps, & nature programs. |
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San Juan Athletic & Fitness
Club
435 Argyle St.
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
http://www.interisland.net/sjfit
( 360) 378-4449
Adult and children's pool. Short term memberships (1 day,
to 3 weeks) available. |
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| Other Activities |
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Pelindaba Lavender
P.O. Box 2389
33 Hawthorne Lane
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
www.pelindaba.com
(360) 378-5789
fax: (360) 378-8946
Organic lavender farm with over 9,000 plants, on-site picking.
Over 35 handmade products sold. |
Friday Harbor
Visitor's Center
125 Spring Street,
Friday Harbor, WA
www.nps.com/sajh
(360) 378-2240
Open All Year
September 2-June 6 Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
June 9-September 1 Daily, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. |
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Krystal Acres Alpacas
152 Blazing Tree Rd
Friday Harbor, WA
www.krystalacres.com
(360) 378-6125
A 70 acre farm with more than 40 alpacas. Country store
offers extraordinary selection of alpaca sweaters, coats,
and alpaca toys. |
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Paradise Lanes Bowling Alley
365 Spring Street
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
(360) 370-5667
Bowling, arcade, pool tables & pro shop. |
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San Juan Vineyards
136 Roche Harbor Rd
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
www.sanjuanvineyards.com
(360) 378-9463
fax: (360) 378-2668
3 miles from Friday Harbor on Roche Harbor Road, San Juan
Vineyards grows Madeline Angevine, Siegerebbe, and Pinot Noir
varietals. Tasting room and gift shop in a historic 1895 one-room
schoolhouse. |
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San Juan Skate Park
located at the Fairgroundson Argyle Avenue in Friday Harbor
Skateboarding, in-line skating, trick bike facility. Playground
equipment. Picnic shelter with tables and large grill. |
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Shepherd's Croft
Bailer Hill and Wold Rd
Friday Harbor, WA
(360) 378-6372
Local sheep farm produces wool yarn, bed comforters and washable
sheepskin rugs. Summertime attractions include spinning demonstrations,
lambs, piglets, and a flock of laying chickens. |
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Westcott Bay Orchards
Friday Harbor, WA
www.rockisland.com/~baylonanderson
(360) 378-3880
Tours of the orchard and cider house are available by appointment.
They produce and bottle a vintage Hard Cider from 100% fresh-pressed
heirloom apples. |
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Westcott Bay Sea Farms
904 Westcott Drive
Friday Harbor, WA
www.westcottbay.com
(360) 378-2489
fax: (360) 378-6388
A shellfish aquaculture farm producing gourmet oysters, clams
and mussels. They offer occasional pick-your-own days, and
on-site retail sales. Hours of operation are: Monday-Friday,
8:30-5:00; Saturday, 10:00-5:00; Sunday (May-Sept.), 11:00-5:00. |