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Summer in the San Juan Island offers endless adventure and beauty.

From whale watching and kayaking to hiking and zip lining, you are sure to have a memorable experience.

After a day of exploring and adventure, return to your tranquil guestroom at Friday Harbor House to relax and rejuvenate.

One of the best experiences while visiting the islands is whale watching.

The San Juan Islands offer amazing whale and wildlife watching excursions that depart just steps from Friday Harbor House.

San Juan Safaris and San Juan Island Outfitters are just a couple of the wonderful companies that offer tours in the area.

You can choose between whale watching from a boat or get up close and personal via kayaks.

Another thrilling option offered on San Juan Island is zip lining.

San Juan Island Zip Tour offers a unique way to experience the island and its natural beauty.

Looking for another fun way to see the island?

Rent a moped, electric bike or car, or scoot coupe from Susie’s Mopeds and cruise around San Juan Island in style.

Enjoy wine tasting, distillery tasting, and beer tasting?

Then our Explore San Juan package is perfect for you.

Package includes:

  • Two-night stay at Friday Harbor House
  • Wine tasting for two at San Juan Vineyards
  • Distillery tasting for two at San Juan Distiller
  • Beer sampling for two at San Juan Island Brewing
  • Picnic pack, including wine, cheese and crackers, jerky and house-made chocolate truffles, in a Friday Harbor House tote bag
  • A guide to Friday Harbor House’s favorite picnic places and scenic sites

Minimum two-night stay required.

San Juan Island is also home to several amazing hikes and outdoor areas to explore with breathtaking views.

San Juan County Park and Lime Kiln Point State Park, just to name a couple, offer gorgeous views and the perfect place to enjoy your picnic.

However you want to explore, let Friday Harbor House offer the perfect home base for your island getaway.

Come experience summer in San Juan Island.

Plan your adventure today!

 

Photo: Ingrid Taylar

Much like the rest of the Pacific Northwest, the San Juan Islands are rife with natural beauty.

From the pastoral landscapes of the North Bay, to the sweeping fields of Cattle Point State Park, to the majestic beauty of San Juan National Historic Park, to the droves of whales swimming the islands surrounding waters, there’s certainly no shortage of vistas for the nature enthusiast to enjoy.

And it certainly helps that, despite the Northwest’s rainy reputation, the San Juan Islands receive an average of 247 days of sun per year.

But the one we’re likely most famous for is whale watching.

The San Juans are one of the most famous whale watching destinations in the world.

The Travel Channel named the San Juan Islands one of 8 Great Places for a Whale Safari.

Matador Network called us one of “The 12 best places in the US for checking out wildlife without the crowds,” saying that “You can sign up for one of the many operating whale watching tours, or you can head to Lime Kiln State Park and wait for the whales to blow your mind.”

An excellent idea.

But again, while we may whale watching paradise, the doesn’t mean it’s the only outdoor act in town.

The list goes on: biking, kayaking, canoeing, hiking, golfing, scuba diving. They’re all here on our beautiful island home.

So as we transition into summer, make a point to experience the natural beauty of the Northwest.

It’s closer than you think.

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