Places to eat, hikes, whale watching, and more things to do!

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Places to eat, hikes, whale watching, and more things to do!

Food scene

Fantastic local food, many things from their own garden (which you can tour, and you should). The views from here are amazing. Sit at the counter for fun conversation, often with Doe Bay employees, and a great view of the kitchen.
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Doe Bay Cafe
107 Doe Bay Rd
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Fantastic local food, many things from their own garden (which you can tour, and you should). The views from here are amazing. Sit at the counter for fun conversation, often with Doe Bay employees, and a great view of the kitchen.
Some of my favorite food AND people. Jay is a James Beard award winner.
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Some of my favorite food AND people. Jay is a James Beard award winner.
Amazing views and great food! (Changing ownership in Spring 2024, not open as I write this, April, but hopefully will be by summer!)
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The Mansion Restaurant at Rosario Resort & Spa
1400 Rosario Road
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Amazing views and great food! (Changing ownership in Spring 2024, not open as I write this, April, but hopefully will be by summer!)
New Leaf Cafe
Shuck your own oysters, buy fresh fish and produce, and enjoy lunch or dinner at their bistro, with a view of Buck Bay.
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Buck Bay Shellfish Farm
117 E J. Young Rd
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Shuck your own oysters, buy fresh fish and produce, and enjoy lunch or dinner at their bistro, with a view of Buck Bay.

Hiking

Hike more than 38 miles of trails at Moran State Park or Turtleback Mountain. Here is a map of the immediate area, and you’ll see you can hike into Moran State park right from my front door.
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莫蘭州立公園
3572 Olga Rd
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Hike more than 38 miles of trails at Moran State Park or Turtleback Mountain. Here is a map of the immediate area, and you’ll see you can hike into Moran State park right from my front door.
Hike more than 38 miles of trails at Moran State Park or Turtleback Mountain.
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Turtleback Mountain South Trailhead
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Hike more than 38 miles of trails at Moran State Park or Turtleback Mountain.
Mountain Lake is a serene 3.9 mile loop around the lake. You can see people swinging from a rope and dropping in for a swim. You'll see birds, and lots of kayak and SUPs. And zero motor boats. The hike is pretty level, and covers a few different types of terrain. Here is a good descrition: https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/mountain-lake
Mountain Lake
Mountain Lake is a serene 3.9 mile loop around the lake. You can see people swinging from a rope and dropping in for a swim. You'll see birds, and lots of kayak and SUPs. And zero motor boats. The hike is pretty level, and covers a few different types of terrain. Here is a good descrition: https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/mountain-lake

Beach

Swim in Lake Cascade, Mountain Lake, or at one of our public beaches (For a more secluded beach, check out Obstruction Pass State Park)
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Obstruction Pass State Park
860 Trailhead Rd
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Swim in Lake Cascade, Mountain Lake, or at one of our public beaches (For a more secluded beach, check out Obstruction Pass State Park)

Sightseeing

Visit Mount Constitution and climb the stone observation tower built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1936, for a breathtaking 360 degree view!
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Observation Tower
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Visit Mount Constitution and climb the stone observation tower built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1936, for a breathtaking 360 degree view!
In the summer don’t miss the Saturday Farmers Market in Eastsound, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m Eat amazing local food (see my restaurant recommendations above) Shop for local pottery (check out the treehouse!) https://www.orcasislandpottery.com/
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Eastsound
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In the summer don’t miss the Saturday Farmers Market in Eastsound, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m Eat amazing local food (see my restaurant recommendations above) Shop for local pottery (check out the treehouse!) https://www.orcasislandpottery.com/
Even more things to do!! Rent a bike https://www.visitsanjuans.com/what-to-do/orcas-island/bicycle-rentals Whale watching https://www.visitsanjuans.com/what-to-do/orcas-island/whale-watching Take a kayak tour https://www.visitsanjuans.com/what-to-do/orcas-island/kayaking Take a kayak AND whale watching tour! https://www.sanjuanislandoutfitters.com/ Island hop - walk or bike on to the ferry for free, and explore San Juan, Lopez, or Shaw Island
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Orcas Island
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Even more things to do!! Rent a bike https://www.visitsanjuans.com/what-to-do/orcas-island/bicycle-rentals Whale watching https://www.visitsanjuans.com/what-to-do/orcas-island/whale-watching Take a kayak tour https://www.visitsanjuans.com/what-to-do/orcas-island/kayaking Take a kayak AND whale watching tour! https://www.sanjuanislandoutfitters.com/ Island hop - walk or bike on to the ferry for free, and explore San Juan, Lopez, or Shaw Island
This place is a real gem!! You must go, even if you have no intention of buying any pottery. The location is beautiful, their treehouse is cool, and the way they display their pottery in their yard is whimsical and fun.
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Orcas Island Pottery
338 Old Pottery Rd
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This place is a real gem!! You must go, even if you have no intention of buying any pottery. The location is beautiful, their treehouse is cool, and the way they display their pottery in their yard is whimsical and fun.

Whale Watching

What an experience! Zooming over the water on a Zodiac, the wind and spray in your face! And an almost-guaranteed opportunity to see Orca whales up close. Because the boats are so fast, and they share information with other whale watching vessels, they can get to a location quickly. We absolutely LOVED it! This tour leaves from Friday Harbor, so some logistics required for ferry times, but you can walk on/off the ferry and don't need to bring your car.
Western Prince Whale Watching
1 Spring St
What an experience! Zooming over the water on a Zodiac, the wind and spray in your face! And an almost-guaranteed opportunity to see Orca whales up close. Because the boats are so fast, and they share information with other whale watching vessels, they can get to a location quickly. We absolutely LOVED it! This tour leaves from Friday Harbor, so some logistics required for ferry times, but you can walk on/off the ferry and don't need to bring your car.
If you would prefer to stay closer to home, Deer Harbor Charters can pick you up right from the Rosario dock. https://deerharborcharters.com/rosario-resort/
Deer Harbor Charters
1400 Rosario Road
If you would prefer to stay closer to home, Deer Harbor Charters can pick you up right from the Rosario dock. https://deerharborcharters.com/rosario-resort/

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Orcas Island Fitness Center

If you're hoping to keep up with your fitness regime while on island, Orcas Island Fitness Center offers day passes and 10 visit punch cards. Check them out at https://www.orcasislandfitness.com/ or 360-622-2522. Location: 188 A Street, Eastsound, WA 98245