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Activities & Recreation
Nicknamed “the Friendly Isle,” 15-mile-long Lopez Island's landscape includes both forests and farmlands. Its 63 miles of coastline include bays and beaches to explore at nearby parks. Cycling, hiking, golf, kayaking, whale watching, fishing, and of course boating are all popular activities here. Lopez Village has shops, galleries, eateries, grocery stores, and historical sites to visit. The nearby islands of San Juan/Friday Harbor and Orcas Island offer more recreational, site-seeing, and dining opportunities.
Crabbing is excellent in Shoal Bay and is some of the best in the islands; a Washington State crabbing license is required.
Clamming is allowed with proper licensing at Odlin County Park (within walking distance from the house) and Spencer Spit State Park (approx. a 5 minute drive from the house). No clamming is allowed on the property/beach.
Here are more activity ideas from the Lopez Island Chamber of Commerce:
- Rent a bike (see rental links below) or bring your own for exploring the rolling countryside and open farmland of Lopez.
- Visit the picturesque Center Church and the Lopez Cemetery.
- Play a round of golf at the Lopez Golf Club.
- Rent a kayak (see rental links below) or bring your own and paddle in protected Fisherman Bay or explore the more dramatic shoreline of the island.
In Lopez Village:
- Browse the book store, shops, and galleries in this walking village.
- Saturdays May thru September, enjoy the eclectic choice of wares from the many local vendors at the Farmers Market.
- Buy yourself a treat from the bakery or visit the village restaurants and sit outside to take in the local flavor.
- Get an ice cream cone or hand made fudge for another treat.
- Visit the Lopez Winery tasting room and taste their award winning wines.
- Follow the trail of the Weeks Wetland Preserve and enjoy the tranquility of Fisherman Bay and its wildlife.
- Take a beach walk from the stairway by the Haven Kitchen & Bar or just sit on the steps and watch the boats sail in and out of the bay.
- Look back in history by exploring the exhibits at the Historical Society Museum.
Visit these links for more information on the San Juan Islands and local activities:
- San Juan Islands Visitors Information
- Washington State Ferries Schedule
- Harmony Charters - skippered & catered yacht charters
- Village Cycles - bike rentals (including electric bikes) in the Village
- Lopez Island Resort Marina
- Island Marine Center/NAPA - boat supplies & repairs
- Community Tennis Courts
- Parks on Lopez: Agate Beach County Park, Odlin County Park, Spencer Spit State Park, Lopez Skate Park
- San Juan County Parks
- San Juan Island National Historical Park
- Moran State Park (Orcas Island)
- Guide to all San Juan Parks & Shorelines
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