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I shall be going on a small trip to Orcas Island for a small wedding..... will update on hotel, food and hiking.
Updated Feb 6, 2005
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The Lime Kiln Park on San Juan Island is a good place to see whales and dolphins and also shoot the light house. I stay on Lopez Island in a house overlooking the ocean on the west side. I have several good sunset photos from there. Also, early in the mornings on any of the islands you are likely to get close ups of deer. In low light, the ferries are good subjects. Friday Harbor on San Juan island is also photogenic. It is easy to get from island to island on the ferries so don't limit yourself to only one area. If you go to Victoria you will probably have to spend the night because of the ferry schedule (you can look up the schedules on the internet). If you are not tied down to one location to stay the local real estate offices have lots of vacation rental houses at reasonable rates. Have fun.
Written Feb 25, 2003
N_Reyes Says: May - September: $185Off Season: $120 The owners made us feel like we're part of their family without infringing on our privacy. The view from our room was spectacular, and the room itself made us feel at home.
falicia2000 Says: THE OUTLOOK INN________________Located on the shore of the loveliest of all the American San JuanIslands, the Outlook Inn appears to have been transplanted fromthe Maine Coast. It has its own private beach, small pond and flowergardens. Originally built as a homesteader's...
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From Seattle, take the ferry from Anacortes to Orcas Island. Here's the link to the Fall 2001 schedule: http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries/schedules/current/index.cfm?route=ana-sj
It's best to rent a car in Seattle and take it along on the ferry.
Written Oct 4, 2002
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Favorite thing: Go on a whale watching trip to see orcas in the wild. You should also check out the half day or overnight guided kayak tours. We liked Shearwater Adventures, they're very professional and very competent. Last but certainly not least, drive to the summit of Mount Constitution, the view will take your breath away.
Fondest memory: One night, our guide took us kayaking and told us to look at the water as we paddle. I saw bioluminescence - I called them water firelies. I had so much fun paddling and running my hand through the water.
Written Oct 4, 2002
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Favorite thing: Ride a ferry....it is an exceptionally beautiful boat ride. The waters are protected and rarely rough and the islands are generally covered with fir and red-barked madrone trees. Although the ferries seem a little expensive, consider that you're paying for a round-trip unless going between US and Canada. You'll want transportation to get around the island or islands and just about any vehicle you rent will cost more than bringing your own. If you want to island-hop, consider going to Friday Harbor first so that you're always going the 'free' direction from island to island. Ferry information is available by calling (800) 843-3779 or check the Washington state ferry's web page.
Written Oct 4, 2002
San Juan Islands/ Orcas Island
The San Juan Islands are located between the coast of Washington state and Vancouver Island, Canada. The most common way to get there is drive north from Seattle about 85 miles to Anacortes. Auto...
This is my favorite place in the Northwest USA. If you want peace and a great place to hike, run, and kayak, (I didn't try scuba diving - too cold), this is the place.
The first time I visited the beautiful San Juan Islands was in the spring of 2001 when a former high school buddy and I took a 2 day tour visiting San Juan Island and Orcas Island.. This is...
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