Grab a Pint at San Juan Island Brewery & More
One of the best parts of vacation is exploring the breweries, wineries, and bars in the area. No one bats an eye when you have a beer with lunch during your time off! A great place for a locally brewed ale is the San Juan Island Brewery, which happens to be only a few minutes […]
Food Lovers: The Best San Juan Island Farm Tours
The Northwest is known for its bounty of farm-fresh produce, local proteins, seafood, and foraged ingredients. Those who are culinary-minded love a trip to the islands for farm-to-table dining, wine tasting, and San Juan Island farm tours. You can taste your way through the beautiful scenic byways and find locally made products to bring back […]
The Best Things to do in Friday Harbor this Summer
Our charming and colorful waterfront town beckons you as you glide around the bend into the San Juan Island ferry dock. Thankfully, all of the best things to do in Friday Harbor are just steps off the boat. You’ll find excellent touring options, Friday Harbor restaurants, local shops, and wine tasting. Our downtown area is […]
The Most Incredible San Juan Island Hikes
From emerald Evergreen forests and steel grey cliffs to sweeping grassy meadows and rocky shorelines lined with driftwood, there’s no shortage of natural beauty to discover here, and the best way to do just that is on these fantastic San Juan Island hikes. There are a handful of state parks that are an excellent place […]
Great Views & More at Lime Kiln Point State Park on San Juan Island
There’s no shortage of fantastic things to do on San Juan Island, but one of our favorite destinations is Lime Kiln Point State Park. The park offers stunning coastal views and a historic lighthouse, and it’s known as one of the best land-based whale-watching locations in the world! The 41-acre park represents quintessential northwest scenes […]
San Juan Island: Your Rainy Day Agenda
San Juan Island enjoys, on average, 247 days of sunshine. Friday Harbor has half the rainy days of Seattle. Still, when the rain falls, it’s important to know where to go and how to make the best use of your time on the island. 1. Spa Day Lavendera Day Spa is located about three blocks […]
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, […]
Strawberry Rhubarb Pie Recipe
To me, nothing says summer better than strawberry rhubarb pie! Growing up, I discovered my love for rhubarb in this pie. And now, I am absolutely spoiled with fresh rhubarb grown right outside the cafe door of the Harrison House Suites. This recipe is from one of our favorite cookbooks, “Baking Illustrated” by the editors of […]