The San Juan Islands

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What are the San Juan Islands?
- The San Juan Islands are a chain of beautiful islands located in Washington State's Puget Sound, near the Haro and Rosario Straits and Vancouver Island.
What historical sites can be visited on San Juan Island?
- San Juan Island National Historical Park preserves the American and English Army campsites connected to the 1859 Pig War boundary dispute.
What cultural attractions are available?
- Visitors can explore the island's charming art galleries, antique stores, and bookstores, or visit notable attractions such as:
  - The Whale Museum
  - The San Juan Islands Museum of Art
What can visitors experience in Friday Harbor?
- Friday Harbor serves as the island's main tourist hub and is home to a spacious marina and several fine dining destinations.
Where can visitors see orca whales?
- Lime Kiln Point State Park is a top spot for shore-based orca whale watching. The park also features an interpretive center and a preserved historic lighthouse.
What unique farms can be visited?
- Pelindaba Lavender Farm – One of the nation’s largest lavender farms.
- Krystal Acres Alpaca Farm – Home to a herd of over 50 alpacas.

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