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Orcas Island is a treasure trove of adventure for visitors to enjoy, and the best part is that there’s no rush; all of the wonder and delight will be there year after year. Moran State Park is one of the best camping experiences in Washington State, with boating, hiking, and the highest views in San Juan County all within easy reach. Other parkland scattered around the island provides beach access and views of Orcas’ pastoral farmlands and mansion-dotted hills. Forested parkland is beautiful in all seasons and the waterfalls run strong throughout the spring and fall.

The waters around Orcas hold their own treasures for locals and visitors. Kayaking is a wonderful opportunity to get close to the islets and seaside cliffs that surround the island. Charter boats and whale-watching tours provide a chance to enjoy the wildlife with experienced local guides. Fishing is very popular in season and several of the smaller nearby islands have day access parks that are great for picnics. Come enjoy the natural beauty of the San Juan Islands.
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Orcas Island Community Church (OICC)

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Vibrant and active non-denominational church offering Sunday morning worship and weekly activities for all ages. Read more...
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Orcas Island Pickleball Club

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Orcas Island Pickleball Club, founded in 2023, is a WA non-profit corporation that aims to facilitate the growth of (and advocate for) the pickle-ball community on orcas island. We organize both recreational and competitive play; skill building opportunities; purchase and maintenance of gear and funding drives for large-capital facilities projects. Orcas Island Pickleball Club aims to grow the sport on Read more...

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Evans Bicycles

Evans Bicycles is owned and operated by Paul Evans on Orcas Island, Washington. Starting as a small bicycle rental and sales shop at the Orcas Ferry Landing in 1991 (Dolphin Bay Bicycles), Paul’s passion for bicycles led him to the construction of some of the finest hand-built frames available. Read more...

Morning Star Farm Weddings

Our focus in growing produce has always been to provide food for our island community. We work hard to offer vital food and flowers to all sectors of the community, which includes neighbors via CSA, farmers market, local grocery stores, restaurants, schools, and food bank. This 2022 Season we are offering a Produce CSA. Our 2022 Produce CSA will begin Read more...

Orcas Island Parks and Recreation

Orcas Island Recreation Program welcomes youth, teens, adults, and families to its year-round programs. Our programs are open to people of all experience and skill levels. We are committed to creating an environment that supports individuality, cooperation, safety, trust, and respect. Read more...

Turtleback Mountain Preserve

Encompassing the Turtleback Mountain, Turtleneck, and Turtlehead Preserves. Features hiking trails which provide access to scenic views of Waldron Island, Deer Harbor, and Mount Constitution. The various preserves are managed wholly or in part by the San Juan Preservation Trust and San Juan County Land Bank and plans are underway to merge all three Preserves into single jointly managed preserve. Read more...

Island Adventist Churches: OCS Chapel

Welcome to the Islands Adventist Churches located in Eastsound on Orcas Island and Friday Harbor on San Juan Island in Washington State.  We are a Christian community and would love to have you join our family.Please join us for Bible study, worship, and prayer. Read more...
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Buck Park

A favorite spot for Orcas Island locals, Buck park is home to the Orcas Island Skateboard park, the Orcas Island Pickleball Courts, the Orcas Island School District ball fields, and Orcas Island Parks and Recreation Saturday team hang out. Read more...
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Eastsound Waterfront Park

This simple park offers a place to rest, picnic, and walk the beach, a stone’s throw from the bustle of town. Eastsound Waterfront Park also helps protect beach and tideland habitats. Visitors are asked to leave marine life and drift logs undisturbed. Read more...

Rising Oak Farm

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Small scale farm on Orcas Island dedicated to soil regeneration and community connection.Come visit us at the Crow Valley Farmstand! Read more...

Once In a Blue Moon Farm

An early island homestead, the farm has grown food and raised animals since the 1880’s. We’ve hosted vacation guests for over 20 years and were one of the first farms to offer agritourism activities and lodging on the island. Well into our third decade as a multi-generational family business and farm, it is a living collaborative creative endeavor, one with Read more...

Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival

The Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival mission is to present an annual Chamber Music Festival dedicated to the highest standards of musical excellence, brought to life through visionary, creative, inclusive, and innovative programming, and through Festival-related events during the year, to assure the Festival’s long-term sustainability and its strong tradition of volunteer participation and community support, to participate in the Read more...

Orcas Farm

Orcas Farm is a market farm and event venue. We provide high quality specialty produce to the island through our Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Program and our produce is served in the island’s finest restaurants. We grow a wide variety of fruits, flowers and vegetables using natural and organic methods and practice land stewardship that promotes natural diversity and lasting Read more...

Canoe Island French Camp

Located on a private island amid the unparalleled beauty of the San Juan Archipelago, Canoe Island French Camp is a non-profit organization founded expressly to introduce young people to the language, culture, and history of France, as well as give them a unique perspective on their own country. Read more...

Orcas Island Historical Museum

The Orcas Island Historical Museum is unique in being the only object-based, interpretive heritage facility for the island, with a permanent collection comprised of approximately 6000 objects, paper documents and photographs. Read more...
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Eastsound Off-Leash Dog Park

Orcas Off Leash Dog Park provides a safe environment for all licensed and neutered dogs and a friendly atmosphere for owners and dogs. Open all year. Read more...

Orcas Island Music Advocacy Group (MAG)

The Music Advocacy Group (MAG) champions and sustains music education in our public schools, with the support of music lovers on Orcas Island. Since 1997 MAG has been an active advocate for school music and music education as an integral component of the learning process. Read more...

Crozier Farm, Orchard & Apiary

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Crozier Farm, Orchard and Apiary is a 22 acre mixed organic family farm and farm stand. We produce and sell heritage fruit, vegetables, honey, meat and solar energy through our onsite farm stand and directly to local community members, businesses, food hub, and restaurants. Located in the heart of Orcas Island’s Crow Valley, this farm was central to the orchard Read more...

San Juan County Park

San Juan County Park is open for day use and overnight camping on San Juan Island. Reservations for Summer camping (May – September) are strongly recommended at this popular campground. See Camping for information on making reservations. This beautiful park, located on the west side of San Juan Island, includes rocky bluffs and gravel beaches that overlook Haro Strait with Read more...
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Orcas Island Community Church (OICC)

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Vibrant and active non-denominational church offering Sunday morning worship and weekly activities for all ages. Read more...

Camp Indralaya

Indralaya is both a sanctuary and a dynamic community engaged in an ongoing experiment in theosophical living and study. We honor and work with nature, and aspire to live according to the principles of altruism, peaceful engagement with the world (ahimsa), tolerance, conscious simplicity, love, and the pursuit of truth. Read more...

Wildlife Cycles

Bicycle sales, rentals, and repairs. Centrally located in Eastsound with expert mechanic services and friendly island-touring advice. Ride More, Drive Less, means more fun! Read more...

Tekla Farms

Tekla Farms is a family friendly pick your own farm on Orcas Island specializing in heirloom organically grown blueberries, regeneratively grown flowers, and botanical designs. We love making one of a kind bouquets and arrangements to grace your kitchen tables. No matter the season, we aim to keep all perishable products local. Read more...

YMCA Camp Orkila

Overnight and Day camps. Leadership programs for teens. Family Camps, Conference & Retreat facilities. Outdoor Environmental Education for Schools. Read more...

Shearwater Kayak Tours

Since 1982 we have introduced thousands of people to the joys of sea kayaking on Orcas Island with our sea kayak tours, and kayak & gear sales. We use the best kayaks and equipment available, have a dedicated staff of qualified guides, and know the islands better than anyone. Orcas Island kayaking is a great activity during your visit to Read more...

Crescent Beach Kayak Rentals

Open to all ages and skill levels, with rentals available 7 days a week!  $20 per hour, $55 per half day rental.  Free paddling lessons available. Read more...

West Beach Farm

Interested in floral design for your wedding? We would love to work with you! As farmer florists, we take pride in growing and locally sourcing flowers for your special day. Our flowers are grown with care and reflect what is available seasonally in the San Juan Islands. ​​We love to get creative and want your floral choices to reflect your unique Read more...

Little Island Chic Farm Stand

Our farm has been inspired by our very own “Little Island Chick” and it’s growth is always evolving. We offer fresh flowers, small batch jam that comes from the strawberries fields that grace our lands and of course eggs of all shapes and sizes. We are located in Olga which is on the east side of Orcas Island, Washington in Read more...

Orcas Choral Society

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Orcas Choral Society shares a passion for mastering a variety of beautiful music that enriches the lives of singers, audiences, and communities through education, performance, and collaboration. Read more...
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Crescent Beach Preserve

A nice stretch of beach located just outside of Eastsound, Crescent Beach Reserve has created a public space for all to enjoy water access on Orcas Island. Read more...

Slanted Apple Farm

Slanted Apple Farm is an historic apple and pear orchard located on beautiful Orcas Island in theSan Juan Islands of Washington State. We take great pride in delivering local, organic produce that is used by Orcas Island chefs and artisans. With a breathtaking waterfront site, two event sites and three rental houses, Slanted Apple Farm is the perfect spot for Read more...

The Actors Theater of Orcas Island

The Actors Theater of Orcas Island was formed to enhance the quality of life on Orcas Island by providing quality theater experiences and providing for the training and education of Actors, directors and others involved in theater productions and by providing an opportunity to demonstrate and improve their skills by participating in theatrical productions. Read more...

Sugar Shack & Rentals at Moran State Park

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The Sugar Shack proudly serves 12 flavors of local Lopez Island Creamy Ice Cream on our gourmet waffle cones. For refreshments we offer our homemade strawberry lemonade, iced tea, espresso, and other options. Bistro items include paninis, hot dogs & grilled cheeses to name a few. Our location on Cascade Lake also has a small store that offers sunscreen, lake Read more...

The Little Farm on Olga Road

The Little Farm grows a huge variety of seasonal focal and filler flowers, both perennial and annual.  Pricing is customized depending on what you hope to achieve and whether we need to order specific flowers not found on our farm and sourced from Seattle. Two one hour consultations included for full wedding or event floral and gratuities appreciated.  If you Read more...
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Eastsound Village Green

The Eastsound Village Green County Park is at the heart of this vibrant Island community. The Village Green hosts a wide variety of events including the farmers market, outdoor music, and live theater.  The open green lawn is perfect for a game of Frisbee or a picnic on one of the tables and the newly renovated public restrooms are also Read more...

St. Francis Church

Welcome to the Catholic Churches in the beautiful San Juan Islands! Read more...

Point Doughty Recreation

A 57 acre forested preserve on the coast of Orcas Island in the San Juan Islands boasting a small, state owned recreation site used for marine mammal study, kayak and small boat camping, and outdoor education through nearby Camp Orkila. Accessible only by boat. Read more...

Orcas Island Fitness Center

OIFC is a family-owned Athletic Club located on beautiful Orcas Island. We offer a full weight room, cardio equipment, a training room with boxing, spinning, weighted balls, kettlebells, an indoor lap pool, saunas, and an outdoor jacuzzi. Read more...
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Orcas Island Pickleball Club

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Orcas Island Pickleball Club, founded in 2023, is a WA non-profit corporation that aims to facilitate the growth of (and advocate for) the pickle-ball community on orcas island. We organize both recreational and competitive play; skill building opportunities; purchase and maintenance of gear and funding drives for large-capital facilities projects. Orcas Island Pickleball Club aims to grow the sport on Read more...

Pebble Cove Farm

Pebble Cove Farm is situated on Orcas Island, the “gem” of the San Juans. Our south-facing farm with a private beach is an oasis of beauty and tranquility. Pebble Cove Farm is the perfect setting for your romantic, private waterfront wedding. Please call or e-mail to discuss and plan your special, unique day. Max. 150 guests. Read more...

Obstruction Pass State Park

With beautiful beachfront scenery and vistas for viewing the islands around Orcas Island’s south side Obstruction Pass provides a welcome variation from the island’s woodland interior. The Park is accessible by vehicle from Obstruction Pass Road and several miles of trails allow hikers and campers to explore the interior and much of the rocky cliffs of the nearby coastline. Several Read more...

The Studio on Orcas

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Movement and healing arts studio on Orcas Island. We have tremendous ability to affect changes, to heal what needs healing and live well in our bodies and minds. We must start where we truly are without comparison to yesterday or to others. When we truly listen to our bodies they will sing and cry and laugh with relief that we are Read more...

Orcas Island Community Band

The Orcas Island Community Band (OICB) is a 501c3 non profit all-volunteer organization comprised of approximately forty Orcas Island and occasionally neighboring-island men and women dedicated to making a unique musical and cultural contribution to our community. Membership in the OICB is open to musicians of high school age or older who play instruments found in the standard scoring of Read more...

Natural Horsemanship on Orcas

Learn to communicate as horses do in the wild; through eye contact, movement and touch, develop a magical bond while working with mustangs. Riders/Non-Riders Read more...

Center Works Studio

Fully equipped Pilates studio offering Gyrotonic exercise classes, scheduled group mat and tower classes, plus private & semi-private apparatus sessions by appointment. Read more...

Orcas Island Film Festival

Our first festival was presented to film lovers in October 2014 to much love and success. Since then it has been praised by film and arts critics, honored upcoming filmmakers with the Vanguard Award and has spawned more inspired programming through the year leading up to the festival. The Orcas Island Film Festival was co-founded by Jared Lovejoy, Carl Spence Read more...

Orcas Island Garden Club

The purpose of this non-profit organization is to stimulate knowledge and love of gardening, to cooperate in the protection and conservation of nature, and to assist in the beautification of the community. We know our members and friends of the garden club have different needs and backgrounds. Whether it is the hilly topography, salty shoreline spray, massive rock or native Read more...

Orcas Island Jazz Festival

The Orcas Island Jazz Festival (OIJF), Orcas Island’s premier jazz event, lights up Orcas Center for three days every Labor Day weekend, with additional concerts scheduled throughout the year. Established in 2015, OIJF is dedicated to celebrating and sharing the music of jazz with the Orcas Island community and visitors, to introducing this quintessential American art form to new young Read more...

HALO (Hub for Arts & Lit on Orcas)

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We’re believers in the power of fine art, literature and community. Read more...

Orcas Tennis Club

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Our mission is to encourage the game of tennis in an atmosphere of camaraderie, while fostering friendships off the court by hosting social events throughout the year at our clubhouse and other venues. Read more...

Orcas Island Golf Country Club & Mini Golf

Bring the whole family or group. Dawn to dusk golf in the San Juan Islands, Orcas Island Country Golf Club offers daily fees, excellent club rentals, power or pull cards, practice area, lessons available. Boutique, snack bar and fully stocked pro shop.  New designer Mini-Golf Course.  Fun for the whole family! Read more...

Moran State Park

With miles of woodland and lakeside hiking trails, numerous campgrounds with swimming and boating opportunities, and fabulous views from Mt. Constitution, this venerable park has delighted locals and visitors on Orcas Island for decades.  Day use rentals available for weddings and events. Read more...

Orcas Skatepark

The Orcas Island Skatepark/Scott Stamnes Memorial Skatepark was built in 2002. The founders of the now legendary skatepark design/build firms of Grindline and Dreamland created the park. They built the park by skating and dreaming each zone from the giant bowl to the death box. The park draws skaters from around the world and is a monument to local skaters. Read more...

Four Winds Westward Ho

Four Winds Westward Ho is a private, non-profit summer camp founded in 1927. We offer an incredible camp experience for boys and girls ages 8-16 during three sessions each summer. Activities include: sailing, horseback riding, tennis, archery, arts & crafts, gardening, sports, photography and music. Our trips program takes campers overnight to nearby islands. Read more...
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North Beach

Small, public access beach at the end of North Beach Road, Eastsound. Limited parking. Read more...

Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses

We come from hundreds of ethnic and language backgrounds, yet we are united by common goals. Above all, we want to honor Jehovah, the God of the Bible and the Creator of all things. We do our best to imitate Jesus Christ and are proud to be called Christians. Each of us regularly spends time helping people learn about the Bible and God’s Kingdom. Because Read more...

iolair

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Dedicated to creative intention, iolair offers contemporary artists a serene live-work space in the heart of a vibrant island town, to connect with themselves, their practice, nature, and the local community. Read more...

Warm Valley Orchard

At Warm Valley Orchard, we take great pride in our deep connection with the land, the careful processes we follow, and the beautiful outcomes we achieve. From our family-run farm to the production of fine textiles, we embrace our roots and strive for excellence in all that we do. Our commitment to quality and sustainability runs deep, just like our Read more...

Orcas Island Sportsmen Club

Founded in 1949, The Orcas Island Sportsmen Club (OISC) is one of the island’s oldest private, non-profit, community organizations. The  OISC presently offers a range of shooting programs for both the membership and non-member public. Regular Club shooting activities include: various disciplines of Trap, Five Stand, small-bore rifle and pistol paper-target shooting and hundred-yard yard large-bore rifle range. Free instruction Read more...
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Eastsound Library Park

Located on Prune Alley at the base of the staircase up to the Library, Eastsound Library Park on Orcas Island offers a pleasant repast between Island Market and Matia Kitchen. Read more...

Orcas Island Hemp Farm & The Wizard’s Workshop

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Orcas Island Hemp Farm, working with The Wizard’s CBG Workshop, offer five herbal-infused, nano-enhanced (target-specific with enhanced bioavailability), including one topical (for external use only), blended with pure, full-spectrum CBG/CBD oil (non-THC) from estate-grown hemp plants. Read more...

Orcas Moon Alpacas

Orcas Moon Alpacas Farm is a small family farm nestled on beautiful Orcas Island featuring animals of all kinds. We offer tours of the farm by donation and sell farm-related merchandise at our farm stand, such as fine sheep and alpaca yarns, socks, lamb skins, logo-wear, and island-grown lamb. Read more...

Warm Valley Farm

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Specializing in organic practice produce, pork, lamb, cut flowers, storied gifts, classes & events. Read more...

Lum Farm

In the farm stand you’ll find meats, cheese and eggs, seasonal fruits and vegetables, sheepskins and goatskins, wool products and more. All products have been grown, tended and harvested on our farm.  We are honored to be featured at many island restaurants, and proud to be able to make regular contributions to the Orcas Island Food Bank. Read more...

Emmanuel Episcopal Church

Our mission is to love God, God’s creation, and our neighbors as ourselves. We welcome you to our inclusive family; come share the journey. Emmanuel’s Parish Hall is a recent addition to the church. It was designed to match the original architecture while offering all the modern conveniences. It is situated at the apex of the sound with an amazing Read more...

Orcas Center

The arts and cultural hub of Orcas Island, Orcas Center is filled with a wide range of activities. We present and produce dance, music, theater and visual arts by local and visiting artists. We host various other local cultural events. We offer diverse learning opportunities for adults and children. We provide a warm, attractive venue for public and private events. Read more...

Turtlehead Farm

Our farm is located on the western flank of the Turtleback Mountain Preserve and is surrounded by hundreds of acres of pristine forest, wetlands and rugged coastline. There are extensive trails and secluded roads for hiking, mountain biking, and riding, a large freshwater lake that is ideal for swimming, and many scenic spots for picnicking. From our farm, guests may Read more...

OrcaSong Farm

Stop by to see and smell our beautiful lavender fields. While you’re here stop in store and pick up some of our amazing products that are made with the oils/hydrosol from the flowers. We make only the finest, steam-distilled essential oils and create plant-based, chemical-free, aromatherapy products for self-care and stress relief. Open every weekend from Memorial Day weekend through Read more...
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