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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 offers insider tips, curated experiences, and local stories to help you make the most of your time on San Juan Island. Whether you’re planning a weekend escape, dreaming of next season, or just want a deeper sense of what island life feels like, you’ll find it here.
Explore our most recent posts below—each written with care, curiosity, and a local’s eye.
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10 Tips for an unforgettable San Juan Island Honeymoon
San Juan Island is an amazing place to spend your honeymoon. It simply has it all: breathtaking vistas, amazing wildlife, stunning beaches, fun adventures like...
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Midweek Getaway San Juan Island
With all of us making up for an entire year of travelling, hugging and eating out, things seem a bit more crowded in our gorgeous...
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5 Ways to Rediscover Summer on San Juan Island
Gorgeous San Juan Island, only 65 miles north of Seattle, is gearing up for a sublime Summer, packed with safe and super fun outdoor activities...
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5 Best Places to spot Baby Wildlife in the Spring on San Juan Island
Pristine San Juan Island, a mere 65 miles north of Seattle, is a haven for wildlife at sea and on land alike. The iconic Orca...
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7 Ways to Taste San Juan Island
During the longest year on record (2020) I took to entertaining my foodie family with themed dinners & tastings. We missed our weekend getaways to...
