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Things to Do in San Juan Islands, Washington
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American Camp
San Juan Islands, Washington
This one-mile self-guided walk will please history buffs and nature lovers alike. Grownups will enjoy the wide open prairie, the vast ocean vistas, and the mountain views. Kids will love hearing stories about the "Pig War"...
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English Camp
San Juan Islands, Washington
Every Saturday during the summer, kids travel back in time to 1861 as they watch a military re-enactment at English Camp....
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Jakle's Lagoon Hike
San Juan Islands, Washington
Take a short hike (less than a mile) under a thick canopy of hemlock, cedar, and fir to Jakle's Lagoon, where kids can clamber over driftwood, look for crabs on the ocean front, and try to balance on logs without getting their feet wet....
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Sea Kayaking with San Juan Outfitters
San Juan Islands, Washington
Nature comes alive for kids as they hold jellyfish and sea stars, search for seals and otters among the kelp, and learn to paddle a kayak through sheltered and calm waters. ...
Boating
Whale Watching with San Juan Safaris
San Juan Islands, Washington
If spotting whales from shore isn't enough, take a whale watching excursion into the open ocean. Each trip includes an enthusiastic naturalist, blankets, printed interpretive guides, and a "hydrophone" so kids can listen to the underwater sounds....
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Whale Watching
Fishing at Lakedale Resort
San Juan Islands, Washington
There's no shortage of high-end fishing outfitters and deep-sea tours in the San Juan Islands, but the hands-down family favorite is fishing at Lakedale Resort. ...
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Town of Friday Harbor
San Juan Islands, Washington
Most San Juan Island vacations begin and end in Friday Harbor, courtesy of the ferry dock. It's a fun place to wait if you've just arrived and your hotel or campsite isn't quite ready....
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Friday Harbor Trading Company
San Juan Islands, Washington
Friday Harbor Trading Company specializes in nautical treasures with a northwest theme. Truly unique souvenirs include home décor (weathervanes, intricate model ships, and original art), toys that run on imagination....
Souvenir & Gift Store
Roche Harbor Village
San Juan Islands, Washington
Roche Harbor is a popular jumping-off point for hiking, kayaking, and whale-watching, but there's so much to do here it's worth visiting just to explore the historical gardens, trails, and buildings....
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Horseback Riding at Horseshu Ranch
San Juan Islands, Washington
If the kids are "whaled out," a horseback riding adventure can give them a great change of pace plus a hands-on experience with animals. ...
Horseback Riding
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