Just try visiting the San Juan Islands without provoking daydreams of running away to live among the orcas and farmstands.

Fidalgo Island, located about 1.5 hours from Seattle, is separated from the mainland by a canal, but as soon as you cross over on Highway 20, you'll start to get that San Juan Islands vibe.

Near Seattle on Washington's San Juan Island, this charming town is ideal for relaxing in nature. It's super walkable and one of the best places to spot whales.

Seattle is a launchpad for all kinds of weekend getaways because of its prime location—surrounded by water, mountains, and ...

The earthquake struck about 70 miles northwest of Seattle, according to the warning center. Orcas Island is part of the archipelago known as the San Juan Islands, which comprises dozens of islands ...

Not all of these trips leave from the Seattle area, and some may be best suited for daytrips. Most tour options depart from the San Juan Islands, which sit north of Seattle. To get to the islands ...

an architect in Seattle who grew up boating around the San Juans. In 2002, he and his wife, Belinda Bail, bought a vacation home on the largest of them, Orcas Island, where their family now spends ...

Friday Harbor on San Juan Island and on Lopez Island. Weak to light shaking was reported north to Vancouver, British Columbia. Weak shaking was reportedly felt in Seattle. There were no immediate ...

During the 2025 legislative session, Nance met with community members across San Juan Island, Bremerton ... a problem that ...

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The Friday Harbor High School Orca Bowl team made waves at the 2025 Orca Bowl, earning an impressive second-place finish in ...

The earthquake struck about 70 miles northwest of Seattle, according to the warning center. Orcas Island is part of the archipelago known as the San Juan Islands, which comprises dozens of islands ...