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The Bird Rock Blog
Thoughtful travel guides, seasonal stories, and island life—one month at a time.
Updated monthly, our blog shares insider tips, curated experiences, and local stories from San Juan Island, written by the team behind Bird Rock Hotel. Whether you’re planning a weekend escape, dreaming about a future visit, or simply curious about island life, you’ll find inspiration here.
Explore our most recent posts below—each written with care, curiosity, and a local’s perspective.
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10 Ways to Enjoy the Arts on San Juan Island
The breathtaking natural beauty and serene pace on San Juan Island are deeply inspiring. No wonder the island has more working artists than any other...
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A Whale of a Weekend on San Juan Island
As soon as you step off the ferry in Friday Harbor on San Juan Island you are immersed in all things whales. Whale watch and...
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The 3 Best Places to see Orca Whales from Land on San Juan Island
There is something special about seeing Orcas from land. You can hear them breach, breath and sing and if you aren’t already, this will be...
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5 Tips to plan the Perfect Mother’s Day on San Juan Island
It doesn’t have to be Mother’s Day proper for you to celebrate the most amazing woman in your life, but celebrated she must be, especially...
