Hop on a Ferry to the San Juan Islands

San Juan Islands getaways throughout the winter are simple to reach from Seattle. The San Juan Islands' "off-season" is the winter. But there are many ways to enjoy the season at these seaside resorts.

The largest community of the archipelago on San Juan Island is Friday Harbor, which makes a great home base for exploring the area. Friday Harbor offers a number of warm winter lodging options and daily ferry service. The perfect companion for taking any of these ferries to or from Friday Harbor is a steaming hot beverage. Winter sports on the islands include trekking, spa visits, and watching early-morning storms hitting the shore. The frequently sunny weather that comes out in the afternoon is one of the best things about visiting the San Juan Islands. For locals and visitors, the San Juan Islands offer an important source of vitamin D inside the Olympic Rain Shadow.