The San Juan archipelago is made up of over 400 islands and rocks, some only visible during low tide. They"re scattered across the Salish Sea between Washington state and Vancouver Island, British Columbia. No bridges connect the San Juans to the mainland, but four of the largest islands—San Juan, Orcas, Lopez, and Shaw—are accessible via the Washington State Ferries system. Tourists come to the islands to take in the stunning coastal views, catch a glimpse of resident orcas, and partake in many outdoor activities, such as sea kayaking, biking, and hiking.
Islands of the Salish Sea
Today in History
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Here we mark the price of freedom
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National Umbrella Day
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Autumnal equinox
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World Oceans Day
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Sea fireflies at the seashore
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English National Ballet performing The Nutcracker
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International Polar Bear Day
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International Cheetah Day
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World-class art comes to Arkansas
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A goldie gala
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What are we looking at?
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The migrating monarchs of Michoacán
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Tombeau du Géant in Bouillon, Belgium
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International Surfing Day
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Salar de Uyuni in Bolivia
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Green is the new black
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Rainbow Mountain
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International Rock Day
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A Portuguese fort takes a star turn
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Torres del Paine National Park in Patagonia, Chile
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Stepping into autumn
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International Day for Monuments and Sites
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Sand dunes in the Sahara, Algeria
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Come out of your shell for World Turtle Day
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Travels to the Oregon deep
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Bay Marker Lookout, Sydney Olympic Park, Australia
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Acadia transformed
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Time for brass bands and beer
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Christmas Tree Point Road and Twin Peaks, San Francisco
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Celebrating Norwegian Constitution Day
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