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Sucia Island

The northernmost of the San Juan Islands, this horseshoe-shaped island is accessible only by boat and is considered the crown jewel of the state’s marine parks.

  • Sandstone formations
  • 25 picnic sites, 5 shelters
  • 10 miles of hiking trails

There are no services on the island, which is known for its beautiful green water and forested hiking trails.

Lake Isabel

This lake is located in the Central Cascades just north of Gold Bar, and while it isn’t technically a secret, there’s no hiking trail leading there so it’s tough to access. Well, unless you arrive on a floatplane.

  • Elevation of 2,900 feet
  • Fishing for lake trout
  • Look for “secret” canoe stash

Finding your way to a place you can’t hike to let alone drive is a special way to spend an afternoon.

Cutts Island

You’ll find a perfect day at the beach on this tiny little island west of Gig Harbor in the Carr Inlet. The island itself is just 2 acres with a sandy beach accessible at low tide and a clay butte that is topped with trees.

  • Picnic areas, but no potable water
  • Also known as Deadman’s Island
  • Good beach for butter clams

Located just a half-mile northwest of Kopachuk State Park this is a perfect spot for an afternoon on the beach.

Matia Island

The majority of this island is closed to the public to provide undisturbed habitat for wildlife. Hiking is restricted to the 1.2-mile trail, which provides a glimpse of old-growth island forest habitat that is found in only a very few places in the region.

  • Six campsites, picnic site
  • Explore the coast along Rolfe Bay
  • No campfires or wood collecting

The pristine state of Matia Island gives you a chance to see the San Juans in their natural state.

Alderbrook Resort

A top-tier luxury spa, this resort sits on the shores of the Hood Canal with the Olympic Mountains providing an incredible backdrop. You can smell cedar in the air and eagles fly overhead, making it an unmistakably Northwest experience.

  • Shore-to-table dining
  • World-class golf course
  • 5 miles of hiking trails

When you board one of our floatplanes, your weekend escape starts the moment you leave the dock.

Captain Whidbey Inn

Nestled in an old growth forest that is beautifully rugged, Captain Whidbey is a wonderful mix of both old and new. The lodge dates back to 1907, and the inn offers idiosyncratic cabins or the Lagoon Rooms with their 20th Century modern design.

  • Visit Ebey’s Landing
  • Overlooking Penn Cove
  • Relax into the charming history

Step off your seaplane, onto the dock and walk into a different world that feels slower and more honest.

Roche Harbor

San Juan Island is home to the state’s longest continuously operating hotel, the Roche Harbor Resort. The incredible craftsmanship embodied by the clapboard construction is complemented by the modern amenities of a luxury spa.

  • Enjoy a sunset from the harbor
  • Visit the historic Hotel de Haro
  • Doughnuts from the Lime Kiln Cafe

Visit a piece of history that has hosted everyone from John Wayne to former president Teddy Roosevelt.

Eastsound

Located at the heart of Orcas Island, the largest of the San Juans, Eastsound gives you access to everything from heading out on the water to watch for whales or taking a hike up Mt. Constitution, which is the highest point in the archipelago.

  • Shop and dine in Eastsound Village
  • Hike Turtleback Summit
  • Visit Orcas Island Winery

The variety of activities makes it easy to see why Orcas Island is often referred to as the gem of the San Juans.