Resting on the shore of the idyllic San Juan Island, Friday Harbor is a picturesque marina located in the San Juan Islands archipelago in northwest Washington, USA. This tiny seaport boasts picturesque scenery of elegant antique shops, bookstores, eateries and galleries spread across the winsome waterfront. A meander around this petite port leads visitors to a plethora of attractions that include The Whale Museum, the San Juan Islands Museum of Art, the San Juan Community Theatre and the San Juan Historical Museum. For an exciting outdoor experience, admire sublime views of the Olympic Mountains and Vancouver Island when kayaking on the beach. Explore the myriad trails amidst the exuberant forest that enfolds the island, and observe the island’s magnificent marine life with a whale tour.
Teeming forests cloak the radiant Orcas Island, a rural idyll of such radiant beauty that locals have dubbed it “the gem of the San Juans”. Boasting a sylvan landscape of pristine lakes, charming villages and picturesque beaches, this seaside paradise is a tranquil retreat where outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the verdant surroundings of the “Emerald Isle”. Explore the curving roads and trails that wind through the lush forest by hiking, mountain biking, birdwatching, horseback riding and swimming in the freshwater lakes of Moran State Park. For sweeping vistas of the Salish Sea and snow-capped Mount Baker, take a scenic trek up Mount Constitution, the highest point on the San Juan Islands. Other popular activities include kayaking, fishing, and enjoy the many restaurants, boutique stores, art galleries and museums that dot the island.
