A Guide to Orcas Island
Beer scene
Great local brewery with indoor and outdoor seating. A favorite of locals and visitors alike. Children are welcome as well as bring your own food
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Island Hoppin' Brewery
33 Hope LnGreat local brewery with indoor and outdoor seating. A favorite of locals and visitors alike. Children are welcome as well as bring your own food
Sightseeing
This is the gem of Orcas Island! Hiking, water fun, great views, vistas, old growth forests, unique flora and fauna.
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Parc Estatal Moran
3572 Olga RdThis is the gem of Orcas Island! Hiking, water fun, great views, vistas, old growth forests, unique flora and fauna.
There are several Land Bank locations that are open to the public for hiking and historical sights. Some are short easy hikes and some are more vigorous. http://sjclandbank.org/orcas-island-map/
San Juan County Land Bank
328 Caines StreetThere are several Land Bank locations that are open to the public for hiking and historical sights. Some are short easy hikes and some are more vigorous. http://sjclandbank.org/orcas-island-map/
Get an idea of how the early pioneers to Orcas Island lived and worked. https://www.orcasmuseums.org/
The Stanley Steamer Tour bus also starts here. https://stanleysteamertours.com/
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The Orcas Island Historical Museum
181 N Beach RdGet an idea of how the early pioneers to Orcas Island lived and worked. https://www.orcasmuseums.org/
The Stanley Steamer Tour bus also starts here. https://stanleysteamertours.com/
Be sure to visit the Moran Mansion at Rosario Resort where you will step back in time on a self guided tour of the museum at the mansion.
https://rosarioresort.com/museum/
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Rosario Resort & Spa
1400 Rosario RdBe sure to visit the Moran Mansion at Rosario Resort where you will step back in time on a self guided tour of the museum at the mansion.
https://rosarioresort.com/museum/
Conveniently located down the street from the house, you can book your excursions here. Kayaking, whale watching, charter fishing and the Sucia Island ferry. Book early!
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Outer Island Excursions
8368 Orcas RoadConveniently located down the street from the house, you can book your excursions here. Kayaking, whale watching, charter fishing and the Sucia Island ferry. Book early!
Rent a paddle boat, kayak or canoe on one of the most beautiful pristine lakes, Cascade Lake. Or grab an ice cream cone at the Sugar Shack and enjoy it at a picnic table.
Orcas Adventures | Moran State Park | Boat Rentals
3786 Olga RdRent a paddle boat, kayak or canoe on one of the most beautiful pristine lakes, Cascade Lake. Or grab an ice cream cone at the Sugar Shack and enjoy it at a picnic table.
Shopping
The Island is known for its love of art and Orcas Island Pottery is a place to showcase one of its many talents. The pottery is amazing and the views from the property are spectacular.
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Orcas Island Pottery
338 Old Pottery RdThe Island is known for its love of art and Orcas Island Pottery is a place to showcase one of its many talents. The pottery is amazing and the views from the property are spectacular.
Orcas Island Public Library
500 Rose StOur local grocery store is well stocked! Get all of your supplies here.
If you are here in the summer months, visit our farmers market. You might find something unusual or special, like a sheep rug, goat meat, fresh duck eggs, mushrooms or lavender lotion and arts and crafts. Saturdays from 10am-3pm May - September.
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Orcas Island Film Festival
203 N Beach RdIf you are here in the summer months, visit our farmers market. You might find something unusual or special, like a sheep rug, goat meat, fresh duck eggs, mushrooms or lavender lotion and arts and crafts. Saturdays from 10am-3pm May - September.
One of Eastsound's treasured establishments! Here you can find a wonderful collection of books. Stop by their coffee bar for coffee, tea or pastries.
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Darvill's Book Store
296 Main StOne of Eastsound's treasured establishments! Here you can find a wonderful collection of books. Stop by their coffee bar for coffee, tea or pastries.
For a more local, sustainable shopping experience, this is a great store.
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Orcas Food Cooperative
138 N Beach RdFor a more local, sustainable shopping experience, this is a great store.
Monkey Puzzle
109 N Beach RdWearable Art
Customized Jewelry
Clothing & Accessories
Food scene
Clever Cow Creamery
109 N Beach RdFresh, creamy ice cream! Enough said.
The most delicious pastries are found here. If there is a line out the door, your wait will be worth it.
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Brown Bear Baking
29 N Beach RdThe most delicious pastries are found here. If there is a line out the door, your wait will be worth it.
It's a bit of a drive but the organic food and wonderful views are worth it.
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Doe Bay Cafe
107 Doe Bay RdIt's a bit of a drive but the organic food and wonderful views are worth it.
One of my favorite places to eat on the Island. Family owned and operated. The food and service are both fantastic. Their daily specials are highly recommended! Be sure to make a reservation.
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Mijitas Mexican Kitchen
310 A StOne of my favorite places to eat on the Island. Family owned and operated. The food and service are both fantastic. Their daily specials are highly recommended! Be sure to make a reservation.
Hogstone's Wood Oven
460 Main StWood fired pizza at it's best with fresh ingredients.
Cocktail Hour
The Barnacle
249 Prune AlleyA lovely spot for craft cocktails.
Boat House Cider Works
Waiting for the ferry? Try a local cider.
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Getting to Orcas Island
There are three ways to get to the Island, Washington State Ferries, private boat or by airplane.
Washington State Ferries - a round trip ferry reservation is recommended as the ferries often fill up in the summer and on weekends. https://wsdot.wa.gov/ferries
Marina - Brandts Landing marina is just down the street from our house. They have some transient moorage, a boat launch and trailer storage. https://brandtslandingmarina.net/
Airport - The Port of Orcas airport is next to the marina, about a mile from the house. http://www.portoforcas.com/
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Car and Bike Rentals
Wildlife Cycles - Located in downtown Eastsound http://wildlifecycles.com/
Rental Car - Book in advance in the summer! www.sanjuanauto.com 360-378-2886
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Stanley Steamer Tours
Experience a scenic and historical tour in a 1912 Stanley Steamer Mountain Wagon, as it was done 100 years ago!
https://stanleysteamertours.com/
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Suggested Packing List
Mask - all of the restaurants, shops and ferries require one
House shoes - please remove your street shoes upon entry
Binoculars and camera- great for the ferry ride and viewing the Salish Sea at the house.
Hiking gear
Layered clothing - this is the Great Northwest and weather happens
Beach towels
Passwords for Nexflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime and Bluetooth playlist
Discovery Pass - a parking pass is required at Moran State Park, either a day pass or annual pass