San Juan Island National Historical Park
Overview
San Juan Island National Historical Park is managed by National Park Service and is located near Friday Harbor, Washington. San Juan Island is well known for its splendid vistas, saltwater shores, quiet woodlands, orca whales and one of the last remaining native prairies in the Puget Sound/Northern Straits region. But it was also here in 1859 that the United States and Great Britain nearly went to war over possession of the island, the crisis ignited by the death of a pig.
Things to Do at San Juan Island National Historical Park
Recreation Activities
Popular activities at San Juan Island National Historical Park include:
Nearby Activities
- Hiking
- Historic & Cultural Site
- Picnicking
- Wildlife Viewing
Plan Your Visit
Getting There
San Juan Island is served by Washington State Ferries, several private cruise and shuttle craft and two air carriers (one of which has both land and seaplane service). The Washington State Ferries terminal is 85 miles north of Seattle and 90 miles south of Vancouver, BC in Anacortes, WA.
GPS Coordinates: 48.51241900000000, -123.06102799999999
Contact & Resources
Phone: (360) 378-2240
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