Bike Touring San Juan Islands

peddle paradise on san juan island

miles of bucolic country roads winding through island forests and farmlands overlooking sparkling seas and snow-capped mountains have made san juan island, washington a favorite among cyclists all over the world. the roads aren’t as wide as we’d always like, and you do need to stay alert for some traffic irregularities in a place where cars frequently swerve and stop to watch eagles soaring above or orcas surfacing below. with a little common sense, though, you’ll find san juan island a nearly perfect place to cycle any time of year.

beach cruisers

we provide these steel-framed, single-speed, fat tire behemoths free of charge at bird rock hotel. they’re great for tooling around town or out to jackson’s beach. we have seen them further afield, but there’s a better way.

road and mountain bike rentals

island bicycles is just a few blocks from bird rock hotel, offering a fleet of well-maintained bikes for all styles of peddling.

if you want to rent, call ahead (360) 378-4941.
if you need a spare part or a repair for your own bike, island bikes can do that too.

moped rental

if you’re not sure you’re ready to tackle the island by bike, moped rental is a great alternative. susie’s mopeds offers a great range of mopeds, including a very popular two-person moped with side-by-side seating.

facts

bicyclists are charged the same as foot passengers on the ferry, which is practically nothing.
island hopping between san juan, orcas and lopez by ferry, with or without your bike, is totally free.
if traveling by bike, be sure to stay in town so you don’t have to peddle home to bed after dark with a full stomach and a light head.
bird rock hotel offers secure bike storage in our fenced courtyard.
sorry, we know how much you love your bike, but it has to stay outside