Blind Island Marine State Park - United States
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Best time to visit Blind Island Marine State Park
Late spring through early fall, roughly May to September, is the best window for visiting Blind Island, when paddling conditions on the Salish Sea are calmest and daytime highs are most comfortable. July and August bring the warmest, driest weather and peak demand on the four first-come campsites. Rainfall on the San Juan Islands is largely confined to the winter months, and strong southerly wind-storms are common, so shoulder-season visits in spring and autumn require careful attention to marine forecasts. Winter crossings are generally not recommended for recreational kayakers.
Cold, wet, and windy; kayaking not recommended for most visitors
Winter storms common on the Salish Sea
Cool and variable; early-season paddlers only
Shoulder season begins; watch marine forecasts
Good paddling conditions return
Peak season; campsites fill quickly
Peak season; driest month
Excellent shoulder-season paddling
Rain and wind increase
Wet and windy; risky for small craft
Cold and stormy; kayak crossings generally unsafe
Things to do at Blind Island Marine State Park
- Primitive Island Camping Moderate
Overnight camping on Blind Island is the park's main draw for boaters. Blind Island has 4 buoys for watercraft to dock on and four campsites on the island for visitors who arrive via kayak or sailboat. Sites are first-come, first-served and best suited to experienced paddlers. nps.gov/places/blind-island-marine-state-park.htm
- Sea Kayaking from Shaw Island Moderate
Paddling across Harney Channel from Shaw Island is the most common route to Blind Island. Blind Island is located west of the Shaw Island ferry dock and one mile south of the Orcas Island ferry dock, and there are no kayak launch sites at or near either ferry docks. Plan your put-in at an outfitter or public access point on a neighboring island. blm.gov/visit/blind-island
- Wildlife Watching Easy
The waters and shoreline around Blind Island host abundant marine wildlife. Recreation activities include camping, picnicking, non-motorized boating, and wildlife watching. Look for seals, eagles, and seabirds from the shore and ferry crossings. blm.gov/programs/national-conservation-lands/national-monuments/oregon-washington/san-juan-islands
- Cascadia Marine Trail Paddling Strenuous
Blind Island is a recognized stop on the Cascadia Marine Trail network. The island is a designated site along the Cascadia Marine Trail and is a small, three-acre marine camping park located on the north side of Shaw Island. It serves as a convenient overnight leg for multi-day paddling itineraries in the San Juans. blm.gov/visit/blind-island
- Historic Orchard Exploration Easy
Visitors can see leftovers of the island's homesteading era on a short walk around the park. Remnants of the orchard planted by the family who once homesteaded here are still visible. Keep to established paths and leave no trace. nps.gov/places/blind-island-marine-state-park.htm
- Picnicking on Shore Easy
Day-use picnicking is popular for paddlers making short crossings from Shaw or Orcas. Best access to the island is at a small pocket cove at the southwest side of Blind Island, which offers a sheltered spot to land and enjoy a meal before returning. blm.gov/visit/blind-island
- Photography of the Salish Sea Easy
Blind Island offers low-profile views across Blind Bay toward Shaw and Orcas Islands. The surrounding San Juan archipelago is known for dramatic light, passing marine traffic, and frequent wildlife sightings. Mornings and evenings are especially rewarding for photographers.
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How to get to Blind Island Marine State Park
Blind Island itself is accessible only by non-motorized or wind-powered watercraft, so RV travelers drive to a staging point and launch from there. Washington State Ferries provides regular transportation to and from San Juan, Orcas, Lopez, and Shaw Islands in the San Juans and the gateway community of Anacortes on the mainland. Anacortes is roughly 90 minutes north of Seattle via I-5 and SR-20; RVers should note ferry vehicle length surcharges, tight holding-lane turns, and reservation requirements for oversized rigs. Blind Island is located west of the Shaw Island ferry dock and one mile south of the Orcas Island ferry dock, and there are no kayak launch sites at or near either ferry docks. The nearest major airport for fly-and-rent trips is Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA), with Bellingham International (BLI) a closer regional option.
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