A scenic ferry ride from Washington's coast leads to four peaceful islands where nature, history, and quiet beaches await ...

This park in the San Juan Islands is a haven for marine animal enthusiasts. Stop by to hike the coastal trails and keep your ...

Shaking was felt across northwestern Washington early Monday morning as an earthquake struck the San Juan Islands region near the border with Canada. The 4.5-magnitude earthquake occurred at about ...

Summed Up: The largest of the Pacific Northwest’s San Juan Islands in the Puget Sound, 57-square-mile Orcas Island boasts 5,252-acre Moran State Park containing almost 40 miles of mostly singletrack ...

EASTSOUND, San Juan County — Dave Zoeller could hardly wait to share his knowledge of Orcas Island. This is what happens when someone has lived in a sublime locale for 50 years. Zoeller, 73, met a ...

Fancy hiking through lush forests and catching a moment of zen at a tranquil waterfall before going on an epic marine adventure? Orcas Island is the steepest and, at 56.9 square miles, the largest of ...

SEATTLE — Technology that detects strong earthquakes and alerts residents to their shaking got renewed attention after an earthquake struck near Orcas Island on Monday morning. The magnitude 4.5 ...

SAN JUAN COUNTY, Wash. - A former astronaut who was part of the Apollo 8 crew reportedly died as he piloted a plane that crashed into Puget Sound near Orcas Island on Friday. Officials with the United ...

EASTSOUND, Wash. — When SeaDoc Society wildlife veterinarian Joe Gaydos first got a call about a Pacific bluefin tuna spotted at Crescent Beach on Orcas Island, his initial reaction was awe. "Sure ...

Looking to go off-grid? Here’s one solution: a luxe log cabin in the remote woodlands of Washington’s San Juan Islands. This Pacific Northwest archipelago has all the makings of a secluded, nautical ...