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Looking west from Lopez Village area toward Fisherman Bay Preserve. Go Northwest! photo by Dave Dean. Lopez Island, the third largest of the San Juan Islands, has a local population of nearly 2,000 people and lies about 80 miles north-northwest of Seattle in the Strait of Juan de Fuca. A pleasant 45-minute ferry ride links Lopez Island to the mainland city of Anacortes. Visitors can also reach the island by scheduled flights from Seattle or by chartered planes from various Northwest cities. A predominately rural island of rolling hills and flat pastureland, Lopez Island is a great place for bicyclists and for travelers seeking a quiet retreat from the bustle of the mainland. Visitors can immerse themselves in the many activities along the seashore, or take time to enjoy the bakeries, shops and galleries that dot the island. A farmer’s market is held twice a week during the summer. Lopez Island Vineyards, the San Juan’s only winery, sells organically-produced wines and is open for scheduled wine tastings. Accommodations are spread across the island as well and include several inns and private cabins for rent. Lopez Island is home to several natural attractions, including the 138-acre Spencer Spit State Park, a favorite site for clamming and crabbing. Shark Reef Sanctuary has 45 acres of day trails along old growth woods and scenic coastal vistas. A variety of birds and wildlife can be observed on the island from its several parks. Visitors also can take advantage of local kayaking and boat tours, or rent a kayak for a private tour of the island’s coastal waters. Visiting the other three San Juan Islands by ferry from Lopez is easy as well, and can be an enjoyable way to see the distinctive communities of the San Juan Islands. More Lopez Island Explore Lopez Island in more detail by clicking through the pages listed below and the links they provide to more detailed descriptions and presentations:
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from your comfortable
lodging. The public beach on San Juan Channel is just across the
street, has picnic table, sandy beach and a great view of all boats to and
from Fisherman's Bay. Directly south of the unit is the Nature Walk on
Fisherman's Bay which is owned by the San Juan Nature Conservatory.
