Best of the San Juan Islands
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San Juan Island National Historical Park: Explore the American and British Camps of this two-site park that is preserved in remembrance of an international standoff started over a pig.
Roche Harbor: Situated on the north side of the San Juan Island, this is a classic little seaport resort community with historic roots.
Lime Kiln Point State Park: Also known as Whale Watch Park, this is the best land-based spot on all of the islands to spot orcas.
Moran State Park: The main attraction on Orcas Island, this massive park offers the best camping in the Puget Sound, pristine freshwater lakes, a tumbling waterfall, and the highest peak in all of the islands.
Obstruction Pass State Park: Hidden away on Orcas Island, this remote little park offers a short hike down to a solitary beach filled with skipping stones and driftwood.
Lopez Island Country Sights: Cycle the rural roads of Lopez and stop off to pick berries, watch cows munch the fields, and sip on organic wine.
© Ericka Chickowski from Moon Washington, 8th edition
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