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Visit Lime Kiln State Park (right)
on the west side of San Juan Island - a great place to see killer whales
passing during the summer!
Juniper
Lane Guesthouse: Hip and contemporary guesthouse close to Friday
Harbor. Hotel style and private suites available
Paraclete
Charters
360-293-5920
800-808-2999
San Juan Safaris Whale Watch & Wildlife Tours
800-450-6858
San Juan Excursions
Whale Watching & Wildlife Tours
800-809-4253
Outdoor Odsseys
Whalewatching & Kayaking Tours
800-647-4621
Naknek Charters & Scuba
360-378-9292
Scamper
Charters
360-472-0212
360-472-1323
Western Prince Whale & Wildlife Tours
800-757-6722
A Trophy Fishing Charters
360-378-2110
Victoria
Clipper
Seattle - San Juan Island - Victoria, BC
Passenger Only to San Juan Island
Passenger and Vehicles Between Seattle and Victoria, BC
Reservations Taken
800-888-2535 (Seasonal)
Several restaurants make an extra
effort to provide the quality food and service. Those who take reservations
are listed below.
Haley's Bait Shop and Grill
Downtown - Good American food, full bar and dance band during the season.
An island favorite.
360-378-4747
China Pearl
Downtown - Good authentic Chinese food, full bar and karaoke.
360-378-5254
Downriggers
Downtown - On the water, great view, good food and fair prices.
Inside and outside seating, full bar and dance band during the
season. A local favorite.
360-378-2700
Duck Soup Inn
Five miles out of town (towards Roche Harbor), outstanding
food, beer and wine. Seasonal. Relatively expensive. A great
place for a special dinner.
360-378-4878
Getting to the island on the ferries
Some suggestions
* In general, plan on a half day (four hours) for each
ferry passage. This includes driving and waiting time.
* Only the Washington State Ferries take vehicles to
San Juan Island. The international run to Sidney (Victoria) BC is the only
ferry that takes reservations. They must be made at least 24 hours prior
to departure.
* You can call the Washington State Ferry system office
for last minute schedule information and to make reservations for
Victoria (Sidney) BC.
800-843-3779 in Washington or
206-464-6400
* Having a car on the island is convenient, but can add
hours to your ferry waiting time. You can park your car at the Anacortes
ferry terminal, allowing you to arrive at the terminal just 30 minutes
before departure. Rental cars, bikes and mopeds are available on San Juan
Island.
* To bring a car, arrive at the terminal at least two
hours early in the summer; one hour in the winter.
* The amenities at the Anacortes terminal are limited.
Stop in Anacortes for take-out food and a good book.
* Waiting for a ferry in Friday Harbor is more enjoyable.
The ferry parking lot is near downtown stores.
* Try to plan your departure from Sea/Tac Airport for
late afternoon. Otherwise you'll have to leave the island in the early
morning.
British Columbia Ferries
Victoria - Vancouver, BC
Passengers and Vehicles - No Reservations Taken
250-386-3431
Washington
State Ferries
Anacortes - San Juan Islands
Victoria, BC
Passengers and Vehicles
Reservations Required for Sydney (Victoria), B.C.
No Reservations Taken for Other Destinations
800-843-3779 (WA only)
206-464-6400
Emily's
Guide-Map San Juan Island & Friday Harbor
The
Snare
A little bit of everything
The
San Juan Island Web Directory
The
San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau
The
San Juan Island Chamber of Commerce
The
San Juan Islands Scenic Byways- a driving tour
Tourism
British Columbia
800-663-6000
Visitor
Information Service
Free directory of all San Juan County tourist related businesses.
360-468-3663
Westcott
Bay Reserve
Museum of art and sculpture park
360-370-5050
Olympic National Park
360-452-0330
Paradise
Lanes Bowling
360-370-5667 |
Crystal
Seas Kayaking
877-732-7877
San Juan Island Boat and Kayak Rentals
360-378-6202
Adventure Quest/Sea Quest Kayaking
Whale Watching and Kayak Camping Tours
888-589-4253
Discovery
Sea Kayak
866-461-2559
Outdoor
Odysseys Kayaking
800-647-4621
Orcas
Island Chamber of Commerce
360-376-2273
Lopez
Island Chamber of Commerce
No telephone
San
Juan Island Chamber of Commerce
360-378-5240
Reservations,
B.C.
Accommodations and reservations throughout Canada
Arriving By Boat:
We have a 40 foot dock open for you on a first come first serve..so when you make your reservation please tell us if you are bringing boat so we can reserve the dock for you. We need to know in advance.
Moorage is available at the Port of Friday Harbor and
Roche Harbor Resort. Call for reservations.
Port of Friday Harbor Marina
360-378-2688
Roche Harbor Resort Marina
360-378-2155
Arriving By Bus:
Scheduled bus service to the Anacortes Ferry Terminal
is available from Seattle/Tacoma International Airport. Buses are also
available from Victoria to the Washington State Ferry at Sydney (BC), from
Anacortes to the Anacortes Ferry Terminal and from Vancouver (BC) International
Airport to Bellingham, WA.
San
Juan Transit
Local tour transportation, great way to get around the island without a car...
800-887-8387
Taxi - 360-378-3550
Bus - 360-378-8887
Taxi and Bus service on San Juan and Orcas Islands
Sea/Tac
Airporter
866-235-5247
Sea/Tac airport - Seattle - Anacortes Ferry Terminal
Skagit
Transit
360-757-4433
Anacortes - Anacortes Ferry Terminal (Skagit County only)
Island
Airporter
Island Shuttle
888-373-8522 (Seasonal)
Bellingham - San Juan Island
Passenger Only - Reservations Taken
Arriving By Car:
The
Washington State Ferries offer the only vehicle service to the
San Juan Islands from Anacortes and Sidney (Victoria), BC. We do not have
a parking lot but there is ample parking on the street.
Arriving on Foot:
Cars, mopeds and bikes can be rented in Friday Harbor.
There are also taxi and bus services.
Friday Harbor Lights is located about two blocks from
the ferry terminal, 1/2 mile from the airport and just a few blocks from
the center of town. It is an easy walk without luggage. A taxi will cost
about $5 dollars.
Bob's
Taxi Service
360-378-6777
M
and W Car Rental
Moderate prices and they will deliver the car to Friday Harbor Lights
800-323-6037
West Isle Rent-A-Car
360-378-2440
Susie's
Mopeds
360-378-224
800-32-0087
Island Bicycles
360-378-4941
Arriving By Plane:
Flights are available from Seattle/Tacoma International
Airport, Anacortes, Bellingham, Port Angeles, all San Juan Islands, Vancouver
and Victoria (BC).
Aeronautical Services
Charters only
360-378-2640
San
Juan Airlines
Kenmore
Air
Scheduled sea plane service
Lake Union - Lake Washington - San Juan Islands - Victoria
(BC)
800-543-9595
Arriving By Train:
There are Amtrak train terminals in Bellingham and Seattle.
Amtrak
Seattle - Bellingham
800-872-7245
The weather is generally mild
however you should come
prepared for cool nights and light rain.
Fall: October - November
Temperatures are usually in the 50's but brief freezes and snow are
possible. Dress in layers.
Winter: December - February
Temperatures are usually between 40 and 50, but anything between -10
and 70 is possible. A good time to come because many locals go south and
you'll have the island to yourself. Dress warm.
Spring: March - May
Temperatures are usually in the 50's or 60's. Mostly sunny but light
rain is likely. A great time to bring family and friends for special events
at reduced prices. Bring layers and a parka.
(Locals don't use umbrellas)
Summer: June - September
Temperatures are usually 60 to 70. (Locals whine if it reaches 80.)
Mostly sunny but brief rain occurs occasionally. Bring shorts, sunglasses
and plenty of sun screen lotion.
Weather
Report - Coastal
Marine Forecast
Island
Adventures
1-800-465-4604
Island
Commuter
Bellingham - San Juan Islands
360-378-3499
Maya's
Whale Watch Charters
San
Juan Excursions
800-809-4253
San Juan Safaris Whale Watch & Wildlife Tours
800-450-6858
Western
Prince Whale watching
A
Trophy Fishing Charters
360-378-2110
South Beach at sunset
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Cruises