James Island

#3209 among destinations in the United States

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James Island is one of the San Juan Islands in San Juan County, Washington, United States. It lies in Rosario Strait just off the eastern shore of Decatur Island and west of the city of Anacortes. The entire island comprises James Island State Park of the Washington State Park System. It has a land area of 113 acres with 12,335 feet of saltwater shoreline. The island has no potable water or residents. It has three different camping areas, each with at least one toilet. The camping areas combine for a total of 13 campsites and are connected by a loop trail. James Island was named by Charles Wilkes in 1841 to commemorate the naval hero Reuben James. The property was transferred from the federal government to the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission in 1964. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1964 (60 years ago)Area: 113 acres (0.1766 mi²)Coordinates: 48°30'44"N, 122°46'30"W

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Nearby attractions include: Allan Island, Spencer Spit State Park, Decatur Head Beach Association, Cypress Island.

4.7 miSE
Island
Allan Island
120 min walk • Allan Island is a 292-acre private island southwest of Anacortes, Washington. It was named during the 1841 Wilkes expedition in honor of Lt. William Henry Allen, who was killed while commanding the USS Argus during the War of 1812. Microsoft billionaire Paul Allen purchased the island in 1992.
4.6 miW
National park
Spencer Spit State Park, Lopez Island
117 min walk • Spencer Spit State Park is a public recreation area ran under the Washington State Parks. It covers one hundred and thirty-eight acres on the eastern shore of Lopez Island in San Juan County, Washington. It overlooks the Strait of Juan de Fuca.
0.5 miW
48°30'40"N • 122°47'6"W
Decatur Head Beach Association, Decatur Island
12 min walk • Arcade, Natural attraction, Mountain
5 miNE
Island
Cypress Island
128 min walk • One of the most popular activities on Cypress Island is hiking. The island is crisscrossed with scenic trails that lead to breathtaking viewpoints and secluded beaches. Hikers can explore the diverse ecosystem of the island, from old-growth forests to rocky cliffs,...
4.4 miE
48°29'32"N • 122°41'2"W
R&R Charters, Anacortes
112 min walk • Fishing charters and tours, Tours, Outdoor activities
4.5 miN
Island
Blakely Island
115 min walk • One of the island's main attractions is its extensive network of hiking trails, which wind through old-growth forests and along the rugged coastline. Hikers can explore the diverse ecosystems of the island, spotting a variety of wildlife along the way, including bald...
4.3 miW
Village
Orcas Village
110 min walk • Orcas Village is an unincorporated community located at southeastern corner of the West Sound watershed on Orcas Island in San Juan County, Washington, United States.
4.4 miE
48°29'32"N • 122°41'2"W
Jolly Mon Charters, Anacortes
112 min walk • Boat tours, Fishing charters and tours, Outdoor activities
4.4 miE
48°29'35"N • 122°41'2"W
Island Express Charters, Anacortes
112 min walk • Boat tours, Outdoor activities, Tours
3.9 miNE
Island
Strawberry Island
99 min walk • Strawberry Island is a small island in the San Juan Islands of the U.S. state of Washington. It is located in Rosario Strait near Cypress Island and closes Strawberry Bay. The island is managed by the Washington Department of Natural Resources. Strawberry Island has long been popular with kayakers.