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# Orcas Island Trip – Washington
- URL: https://the-cj-willette.ghost.io/orcas-island-trip-washington/
- Published: 2026-04-29T18:37:43.000Z
- Updated: 2026-04-29T18:37:43.000Z
- Description: Scenic Orcas Island weekend getaway with ferry travel, hiking, and waterfront food.
- Author: Cj Willette
- Tags: Want-To-Go, Destination, Washington, Weekend Trip, San Juan Islands

**📍 Location:** Orcas Island, Washington  
**🗺 Directions:**  
Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Orcas+Island

**📂 Type:** Destination / Weekend Trip

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**Why it’s on our list:**  
A slower-paced Pacific Northwest island getaway with scenic ferry travel, hiking, water views, wildlife opportunities, and good food.

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## 🚗 Getting There

Drive to **Anacortes** and take the Washington State Ferry to Orcas Island.

**⛴ Ferry Info:**  
Washington State Ferries schedule:  
<https://wsdot.com/ferries/schedule/default.aspx>

**Notes:**

- Ferry reservations recommended
- Arrive early, especially in peak season
- Car recommended once on island

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## 🌲 Things to Do

### 🏔 Moran State Park

**🗺 Directions:**  
https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Moran+State+Park+Orcas+Island

Highlights:

- Forested trails
- Lakes
- Waterfalls
- Scenic drives

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### 🏰 Mount Constitution

**🗺 Directions:**  
https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Mount+Constitution+Orcas+Island

Highlights:

- Highest point in the San Juan Islands
- Historic stone tower
- Panoramic island views

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### 🛶 Kayaking / Wildlife

Good area for:

- Kayaking
- Seal spotting
- Wildlife tours

Potential area:

- Deer Harbor

**🗺 Directions:**  
https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Deer+Harbor+Orcas+Island

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## 🍽 Food Stops to Explore

### 🦪 Buck Bay Shellfish Farm

**🗺 Directions:**  
https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Buck+Bay+Shellfish+Farm+Orcas+Island

Known for:

- Oysters
- Seafood
- Waterfront dining

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### 🍺 Island Hoppin’ Brewery

**🗺 Directions:**  
https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Island+Hoppin+Brewery+Orcas+Island

Good casual stop for:

- Beer
- Relaxed atmosphere
- Post-hike unwind

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## 🏡 Areas to Stay / Explore

- Eastsound
- Rosario area
- Deer Harbor

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## 💡 Notes

- Better as a weekend or overnight trip vs day trip
- Slower pace / not rushed
- Good for scenic downtime + outdoor exploration

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## 👥 Who This Is For

- Couples
- Weekend getaways
- Scenic / slower travel
- Outdoor-focused trips

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**🏁 Status: WANT-TO-GO 🟡**

> “A slower, scenic island trip built around ferry travel, views, hiking, and good food.”