Take a Family Kayaking Trip on San Juan Island

Content by Jennifer Furber In the fifteen years I’ve called the islands home, I had never been kayaking on San Juan Island. I walk along the island’s shores all summer long and float atop the sea in our fishing boat. I had thought I’d seen all I could see. Besides, I’m scared of deep water, […]

Don’t Miss Manzanita Lake in Lassen

Manzanita Lake sits in the northwest corner of Lassen Volcanic National Park, and it might be the single most photographed spot in the entire park. Formed around 1670 by massive rock avalanches, it’s world-renowned for its views of Lassen Peak reflecting in the calm blue waters. The lake is the centerpiece of the park’s northwestern […]

Don’t Miss Manzanita Lake in Lassen

Manzanita Lake sits in the northwest corner of Lassen Volcanic National Park, and it might be the single most photographed spot in the entire park. Lassen Peak rises directly behind the water, and on a calm morning the reflection is sharp enough to make you check twice which way is up. The lake sees more […]

Don’t Miss Manzanita Lake in Lassen

Manzanita Lake sits in the northwest corner of Lassen Volcanic National Park, and it might be the single most photographed spot in the entire park. Formed around 1670 by massive rock avalanches, it’s world-renowned for its views of Lassen Peak reflecting in the calm blue waters. The lake is the centerpiece of the park’s northwestern […]

Don’t Miss Manzanita Lake in Lassen National Park

Manzanita Lake sits in the northwest corner of Lassen Volcanic National Park, and it might be the single most photographed spot in the entire park. Formed around 1670 by massive rock avalanches, it’s world-renowned for its views of Lassen Peak reflecting in the calm blue waters. The lake is the centerpiece of the park’s northwestern […]

Where to go Kayaking on San Juan Island

There’s nothing quite like gliding along the glassy waters of the Salish Sea and waterways surrounding our unique archipelago, just you and your paddle, taking it at your speed. It’s no surprise that kayaking on San Juan Island is the most popular pastime for visitors—and you’ll likely encounter a lot of locals hitting the water […]