San Juan Islands 4 (6 days)

Bike, Walk and Sea Kayak: A Classic Island Adventure

Mother Nature’s aqueous masterpieces—tranquil channels, shimmering harbors and pristine bays—provide the stunning backdrop for a Backroads family adventure on Washington’s San Juan Islands. On bike and foot, follow corridors of trees past sheltered inlets and coves and over rolling green mountains. Sleek kayaks allow you to navigate peaceful bays, where harbor seals, great blue herons and sea stars make their home. Shop in galleries featuring the work of local artists, feast on the freshest catch of the day and soak in the magical sunsets that are all part of life on the San Juans.

Day 1 Orcas Island

Meet in Anacortes Catch a ferry bound for Orcas Island Enjoy an awe-inspiring Day of hiking around Moran State Park: a nature lover’s paradise of 5,000 wooded acres Ascend lofty Mount Constitution From the summit, take in views of the San Juan archipelago and Canada’s coastal mountains Kids can cool off with a swim in Cascade Lake.

Days 2-3 Lopez Island

After a morning hike to the lake, board a chartered vessel for a wildlife-watching cruise to Lopez Island Bike through picturesque rural terrain to our scenic campground Pedal to Agate Beach and Shark Reef Sanctuary to explore tidal pools Pay a visit to the cafés and galleries in Lopez Village.

Days 4-6 San Juan Island

Ferry to FriDay Harbor Hike to the summit of Young Hill for breathtaking views of the sound Kids are treated to a pizza party Put in at Roche Harbor for a sea kayak adventure in placid waters While paddling, keep an eye out for harbor seals and bald eagles Stop in at the Whale Museum before heading out on a scenic ride along rolling terrain to FriDay Harbor and our final ferry ride.

Moran State Park Campground - Orcas Island (1 night): Our campsite is near the shore of tranquil Cascade Lake—a great spot for a refreshing dip.

Spencer Spit Campground - Lopez Island (2 nights): We camp above the water’s edge in a secluded area set amid tall fir trees.

Lakedale Campground - San Juan Island (2 nights): Surrounded by 50 acres of lakes, this site offers a private beach for swimming.

• From $1,698 to $1,798 pp dbl. occ.
• (+$100 for sgl. occ.)
• All meals included. Hot showers available 5 nights. Recommended minimum age for the Family Trip: 3 years. Minimum age restriction for kayaking: 6 years. Minimum age restriction to ride own bike: 9 years. Wildlife cruise not available on all camping trips. Please call for details.