Due West - Friday Harbor guidebook
Grocery stores
A very short ride from the house. This is the closest grocery and general store to Due West. It has been in business since 1886. You can get everything from crabbing pots and crabbing licenses, ice coolers, bait, fresh produce, dairy, toiletries, wine and more. It’s a bit more expensive, but it’s close and convenient. (360) 378-5562
The Company Store
195 Reuben Memorial DriveA very short ride from the house. This is the closest grocery and general store to Due West. It has been in business since 1886. You can get everything from crabbing pots and crabbing licenses, ice coolers, bait, fresh produce, dairy, toiletries, wine and more. It’s a bit more expensive, but it’s close and convenient. (360) 378-5562
Just a hop, skip and jump from the Ferry Terminal. One of the island's larger grocery stores.
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Kings Market
160 Spring StJust a hop, skip and jump from the Ferry Terminal. One of the island's larger grocery stores.
The prices and selection here are usually better than any other grocery store on the island. Located in downtown Friday Harbor.
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Friday Harbor Market Place
515 Market StThe prices and selection here are usually better than any other grocery store on the island. Located in downtown Friday Harbor.
Food scene
A seasonal fresh seafood stand with fare straight off the boat. Fresh dungeness crab, salmon, clams, oysters, spot prawns and more. Walk past the Company Store to the main dock, and take a left at the bottom of the ramp. Open June through September. (360) 378-3904
North Sound Seafood
248 Reuben Memorial DriveA seasonal fresh seafood stand with fare straight off the boat. Fresh dungeness crab, salmon, clams, oysters, spot prawns and more. Walk past the Company Store to the main dock, and take a left at the bottom of the ramp. Open June through September. (360) 378-3904
Fine dining overlooking the marina. The menu changes seasonally, but expect to find fare like scallops, prime rib, oysters on the half shell and handcrafted cocktails.
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McMillin’s Dining Room
248 Reuben Memorial DrFine dining overlooking the marina. The menu changes seasonally, but expect to find fare like scallops, prime rib, oysters on the half shell and handcrafted cocktails.
Indoor and outdoor seating overlooking the marina. The restaurant has an old mahogany bar and historic fireplace. The menu is almost identical to McMillan’s Dining Room, but has a few more casual options to choose from. Lots of local craft beers are on tap here as well.
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The Madrona Bar & Grill
310 Main StIndoor and outdoor seating overlooking the marina. The restaurant has an old mahogany bar and historic fireplace. The menu is almost identical to McMillan’s Dining Room, but has a few more casual options to choose from. Lots of local craft beers are on tap here as well.
A very casual breakfast and lunch spot. It too overlooks the marina. (See a theme here?) It’s mostly a traditional American omelette, burgers and fries kind of joint, but they also make fresh world-famous donuts in the morning and have counter service for espressos, lattes and the like featuring Starbucks coffees. They do takeout too. So, grab a breakfast sandwich or a few donuts before you head out on your boat or seaplane tour. (360) 378-9892
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Lime Kiln Cafe
248 Reuben Memorial DrA very casual breakfast and lunch spot. It too overlooks the marina. (See a theme here?) It’s mostly a traditional American omelette, burgers and fries kind of joint, but they also make fresh world-famous donuts in the morning and have counter service for espressos, lattes and the like featuring Starbucks coffees. They do takeout too. So, grab a breakfast sandwich or a few donuts before you head out on your boat or seaplane tour. (360) 378-9892
Have you ever visited a shellfish farm? Now’s your chance. You can hand select fresh oysters, clams or mussels to bring home or eat there on the grounds at their beautiful outdoor picnic areas. Free shucking lessons are provided as they won’t shuck for you. The farm is located off of Roche Harbor Road on Westcott Bay Road. 360-378-2489
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Westcott Bay Shellfish Co.
904 Westcott DrHave you ever visited a shellfish farm? Now’s your chance. You can hand select fresh oysters, clams or mussels to bring home or eat there on the grounds at their beautiful outdoor picnic areas. Free shucking lessons are provided as they won’t shuck for you. The farm is located off of Roche Harbor Road on Westcott Bay Road. 360-378-2489
Van Go's Pizza
180 Web StPizza!
Good locally brewed beer and pub food. Indoor and outdoor dining.
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San Juan Island Brewing Co
410 A StGood locally brewed beer and pub food. Indoor and outdoor dining.
The restaurant has received enthusiastic attention from various publications including Bon Appétit, Pacific Northwest Magazine, Seattle Metropolitan, Seattle Times, Gourmet, Travel & Leisure, and Fodor’s. From local farm produce, meat and seafood, foraged edibles from land and sea, and local goods made from island craftspeople, the abundance, and beauty of the San Juan’s are on full display.
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Duck Soup
50 Duck Soup LnThe restaurant has received enthusiastic attention from various publications including Bon Appétit, Pacific Northwest Magazine, Seattle Metropolitan, Seattle Times, Gourmet, Travel & Leisure, and Fodor’s. From local farm produce, meat and seafood, foraged edibles from land and sea, and local goods made from island craftspeople, the abundance, and beauty of the San Juan’s are on full display.
Beer, beer and more beer on tap for here or growlers to go.
Cease & Desist - A Friday Harbor Beerhouse
10 Front StreetBeer, beer and more beer on tap for here or growlers to go.
Coffee
A seasonal stand in Roche Harbor marina featuring Starbucks coffees, pasties, muffins and ice cream. (360) 378-7954 ext. 1421
Beachtree Espresso Stand
248 Reuben Memorial DriveA seasonal stand in Roche Harbor marina featuring Starbucks coffees, pasties, muffins and ice cream. (360) 378-7954 ext. 1421
Salty Fox Coffee
85 Front StCute and quaint coffee shop by the Ferry terminal
Crows Nest Coffee Shoppe
127 Spring StSmall coffee shop in downtown Friday Harbor.
Kayaks/whale watching tours
Sea kayak tours, whale watching tours, bike tours, kayak and paddle board rentals. (360) 378-1962
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San Juan Island Outfitters
248 Reuben Memorial DrSea kayak tours, whale watching tours, bike tours, kayak and paddle board rentals. (360) 378-1962
Fishing/boat charters
Shrimp, prawn, lingcod, halibut and crab charters leaving from Roche Harbor. (360) 661-5475.
San Juan Adventures
1019 Q AvenueShrimp, prawn, lingcod, halibut and crab charters leaving from Roche Harbor. (360) 661-5475.
Get out on the water and explore the islands on your own. They rent 21’ aluminum boats with canvas covers, GPS and safety equipment as well as smaller skiffs. (360) 317-6160
Island Boat Rentals, LLC
248 Reuben Memorial DriveGet out on the water and explore the islands on your own. They rent 21’ aluminum boats with canvas covers, GPS and safety equipment as well as smaller skiffs. (360) 317-6160
Moped/bike rentals
Zip around the island on one of Susie’s mopeds. The closest location to the house is across the street from the Sculpture Park on Roche Harbor Road. (360) 378-5244
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Susie's Moped Rentals
125 Nichols StZip around the island on one of Susie’s mopeds. The closest location to the house is across the street from the Sculpture Park on Roche Harbor Road. (360) 378-5244
Sightseeing
This is the McMillin family mausoleum. We highly recommend reading up on the history before you go. Or, if you’re a podcast listener, listen to the Lore podcast’s spooky episode 4 titled “Dinner at the Afterglow”: https://www.lorepodcast.com/episodes/4. You can walk or bike here. It’s a little over a mile from the house. You can also drive, but the parking area is still a ways away from the mausoleum. The trail from the parking area leads through the old cemetery.
John S. McMillin Memorial Mausoleum
664 Afterglow DrThis is the McMillin family mausoleum. We highly recommend reading up on the history before you go. Or, if you’re a podcast listener, listen to the Lore podcast’s spooky episode 4 titled “Dinner at the Afterglow”: https://www.lorepodcast.com/episodes/4. You can walk or bike here. It’s a little over a mile from the house. You can also drive, but the parking area is still a ways away from the mausoleum. The trail from the parking area leads through the old cemetery.
If you’ve gone to any of the above places, you’ve probably already passed by the sculpture park several times by now. The sculptures are constantly changing as pieces are rotated and sold - every piece is for sale. So, the artwork you see on this trip is unlikely to be there the next time you visit. Or, maybe you’ll just buy a sculpture to take home with you. The park is 20 acres and also includes 5 marked trails and a pond. Off leash dogs are welcome. 9083 Roche Harbor Rd
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San Juan Islands Sculpture Park and Nature Reserve
9083 Roche Harbor RdIf you’ve gone to any of the above places, you’ve probably already passed by the sculpture park several times by now. The sculptures are constantly changing as pieces are rotated and sold - every piece is for sale. So, the artwork you see on this trip is unlikely to be there the next time you visit. Or, maybe you’ll just buy a sculpture to take home with you. The park is 20 acres and also includes 5 marked trails and a pond. Off leash dogs are welcome. 9083 Roche Harbor Rd
At the south end of the island lie the prairie and forest of American Camp, home to U.S. soldiers during the U.S./British occupation in the mid-1800s.
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American Camp Visitor Center | San Juan Island National Historic Park
4668 Cattle Point RdAt the south end of the island lie the prairie and forest of American Camp, home to U.S. soldiers during the U.S./British occupation in the mid-1800s.
The Royal Marines lived at English Camp, at the north end of the island, and a few buildings, a formal garden, and a cemetery remain from their time here.
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English Camp, San Juan Island National Historical Park
The Royal Marines lived at English Camp, at the north end of the island, and a few buildings, a formal garden, and a cemetery remain from their time here.
Also known as Whale Watch Park, Lime Kiln Point State Park is a 36-acre day-use park with an iconic lighthouse set on the west side of San Juan Island. You may see orca whales swimming through the kelp beds in the waters off Lime Kiln, looking for salmon, since this park is considered one of the best places in the world to view whales from land. The shoreline viewpoint is about a 300-yard walk from the parking lot, restrooms, and seasonal interpretive center.The park, which features a richly diverse environment, includes the remnants and landscapes of a history filled with change, along the rocky shoreline and through the wooded uplands. Minke whales, porpoises, seals, sea lions, otters and bald eagles also cruise the shoreline. The lighthouse was built in 1919 and still serves as a navigational beacon for ships in the Haro Strait. Interpretive programs, an interpretive center with gift shop and lighthouse tours are available during the summer months.
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Parque Estadual Lime Kiln Point
1567 West Side RdAlso known as Whale Watch Park, Lime Kiln Point State Park is a 36-acre day-use park with an iconic lighthouse set on the west side of San Juan Island. You may see orca whales swimming through the kelp beds in the waters off Lime Kiln, looking for salmon, since this park is considered one of the best places in the world to view whales from land. The shoreline viewpoint is about a 300-yard walk from the parking lot, restrooms, and seasonal interpretive center.The park, which features a richly diverse environment, includes the remnants and landscapes of a history filled with change, along the rocky shoreline and through the wooded uplands. Minke whales, porpoises, seals, sea lions, otters and bald eagles also cruise the shoreline. The lighthouse was built in 1919 and still serves as a navigational beacon for ships in the Haro Strait. Interpretive programs, an interpretive center with gift shop and lighthouse tours are available during the summer months.
Although the best time to see the fields at the "peak of purpleness" is July - August, there are many things to do at the farm May - October. The fields are never closed and guests can visit night or day. Leashed pets are also welcome.
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Pelindaba Lavender Farm
45 Hawthorne LnAlthough the best time to see the fields at the "peak of purpleness" is July - August, there are many things to do at the farm May - October. The fields are never closed and guests can visit night or day. Leashed pets are also welcome.
See the largest herd of alpacas in the San Juans on this 70-acre working farm. Alpacas grow one of the world's softest, most luxurious fibers, and are irresistibly cute. The whole family will enjoy a self-guided stroll around the beautiful grounds with cameras clicking at these photogenic animals. Guided educational tours may be scheduled by calling a week in advance. The Country Store offers a wide selection of fine alpaca clothing, accessories, and gifts, and is where visitors can feel the amazing softness of alpaca. The farm is easily found, just minutes from Friday Harbor and Roche Harbor Resort.
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Krystal Acres Alpaca Store
3501 W Valley RdSee the largest herd of alpacas in the San Juans on this 70-acre working farm. Alpacas grow one of the world's softest, most luxurious fibers, and are irresistibly cute. The whole family will enjoy a self-guided stroll around the beautiful grounds with cameras clicking at these photogenic animals. Guided educational tours may be scheduled by calling a week in advance. The Country Store offers a wide selection of fine alpaca clothing, accessories, and gifts, and is where visitors can feel the amazing softness of alpaca. The farm is easily found, just minutes from Friday Harbor and Roche Harbor Resort.