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3 San Juan Islands

Scattered between the Washington mainland and
Vancouver Island, the San Juan archipelago consists of
over 450 islands, 172 of them named. Ferries sail from
Anacortes to the four largest islands: Lopez, Shaw, Orcas,
and San Juan. Lopez is affectionately called “Slopez”
because of its laid-back nature. Gently rolling roads,
numerous stopping points, and friendly drivers make it a
popular destination for cycling. Horseshoe-shaped Orcas,
the hilliest island in the chain, offers breathtaking views
from atop 2,409-ft (734-m) Mount Constitution. The best Sailboats in the Channel Waldron
Sailors love the many harbors
destination for walk-on passengers, San Juan Island is home and good winds in the San
to Friday Harbor, the largest town in the archipelago. Juan Channel.
The nationally renowned Whale Museum is located here.
The island is also one of the best locations in the world
for shoreside whale-watching and sea kayaking. Primarily
residential, Shaw Island has limited visitor facilities.

Victoria San Juan Channel

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San Juan
Lime Kiln Point Island
State Park
. Roche Harbor
A charming seaside village, Roche Harbor features a marina,
Victorian gardens, a chapel, and the historic Hotel de Haro,
built in 1886. There is also a spa, an outdoor swimming pool,
and tennis and bocce ball courts.

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Lime Kiln Point State Park 0 mile 1
This state park, with its picturesque lighthouse, completed in 1919,
is the only park in the US dedicated to whale-watching.
For hotels and restaurants see pp288–90 and pp300–2

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