San Juan Island in March – Whales, Wildflowers & Wanderlust

Treat yourself to an uncomplicated San Juan Island getaway in March and watch the humpbacks and gray whales return from their winter migration. Go on the first wildflower hike of the year before dinner and live music at the waterfront, just steps from our Friday Harbor hotel, Bird Rock Hotel. Be comfy, feel connected.

Bird Rock Hotel

Our boutique hotel in the heart of Friday Harbor is a stone’s throw from restaurants, shops, museums, and the waterfront. Choose from 15 unique rooms ranging from simple European-style sleeping rooms with shared bath to suites with a fireplace, water view, and two-person jetted tub.

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Bird Rock Hotel, Friday Harbor, Washington

Psst – we’re the only Friday Harbor hotel offering complimentary beach cruiser bikes to our guests.

Things to Do on San Juan Island in March:

Return of the Whales

While some whales grace us with their presence year-round, the majestic gray whales and magnificent humpbacks return between March and May with their calves in tow.

Daffodil Extravaganza at the Sculpture Park

Find awe-inspiring sculptures, interactive art, coastal wildlife, and more than 8,000 daffodils emerging at the 20-acre San Juan Islands Sculpture Park in Westcott Bay.

Wildflower Hike on the Prairie

American Camp National Historical Park’s vast prairie, set along dramatic cliffs and secluded driftwood beaches, offers a hike through history and stunning vistas. In March, wildflowers begin carpeting the prairie as far as the eye can see.

Birding on the Mountain

Wooded and hilly English Camp National Historical Park features a formal English garden to explore, along with historic barracks and a cemetery under Garry oaks. Keep your eyes out for great blue herons, bald eagles, osprey, hawks, and owls as you climb Mt. Young with views of the surrounding islands.