In the far northwest reaches of Washington State, between the United States mainland and Canada's Vancouver Island lies a very special area. It's called the San Juan Islands and is comprised of more than 170 magical islands set into the beautiful waters of northern Puget Sound.

Known for their temperate, year-round climate, deep green waters, forested mountains and protected beaches, the San Juan Islands are a Pacific Northwest paradise. Accessible only by boat, airplane or Washington State Ferry, your magical journey begins when you leave your cares behind on the mainland. Stay with us for a week, month, year, or as some of us have...for life.

The San Juan Islands sit in the rain shadow of the Olympic Peninsula. Averaging 247 days of sunshine each year, and from 18-28 inches of rain, depending where you are in the islands, the very moderate climate provides the ideal circumstance for beautiful vegetation on small gem-like islands.