San Juan Islands

"A group of islands known for their stunning landscapes and wildlife viewing opportunities."

"A collection of over 400 islands with beautiful scenery, ideal for a Pacific Northwest weekend getaway with activities like sailing, hiking, and fishing."

"San Juan Islands, Washington, is one of the top U.S. islands according to the T+L readers' 2023 survey." - Travel + Leisure Editors

"Orcas Island is a small island in the San Juan archipelago off of Washington state, known for its relatively low density and abundance of open spaces. It is a perennial draw for visitors due to its natural beauty and opportunities for outdoor activities like hiking, swimming, and kayaking. During the pandemic, its open spaces and low population density made it a safe travel destination for the author's family."

"We also love Orcas Island for a family trip—"the empty beaches, gin-blue lakes, and dense forest trails add up to the castaway vacation you’ve been dying to take," says Traveler's Rebecca Misner."