Wildlife
Lime Kiln Point State Park
Friday Harbor, Washington
A rocky headland on San Juan Island for watching orcas from shore.
- Price
- Discover Pass
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 2 hours
Known for some of the best land-based whale watching in the world, with a lighthouse and a short loop over the rocks. Resident orcas pass most often in summer, though sightings are never certain. Bring binoculars.
Good to know
- Best chance is June to September
- Sit on the rocks near the lighthouse
- Ferry reservation recommended to reach the island
- Best time
- Summer, around high tide
- Open
- All year
- Getting there
- Sealed road, small lot
- Vehicles
- Fine in any car
- Dogs
- Dogs on a lead
Facilities
- Toilets
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