Lime Kiln Point State Park

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Lime Kiln Point State Park is a 36-acre Washington state park on the western shore of San Juan Island in the San Juan archipelago. The park is considered one of the best places in the world to view wild orcas from a land-based facility. Due to the unique bathymetric properties of the site, visitors on the shore can be within 20 feet of whales jumping out of the water (breaching and spyhopping). The park was the site of lime kilns beginning in 1860, and one kiln has been restored as a public exhibit.Activities and amenitiesThe park provides opportunities for picnicking, hiking, beachcombing, orca watching, and tours of the still operational Lime Kiln Light. An interpretive center has displays and activities about orcas and the area's former lime kiln industry.The park is supported in part by the Friends of Lime Kiln. Volunteers and marine naturalists are often onsite to assist and educate visitors.

Address: 1567 Westside Rd, Friday Harbor 98250

Phone: (360) 378-2044

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State: WA

City: Friday Harbor

Street Number: 1567 Westside Rd

Zip Code: 98250

categories: park, landmark & historical place

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Reviews

Really nice park area. We walked along the coast along the forest path. There is a path that is not arduous that you can use to walk to the Whale Watching point. We used the coastal path.  At the whale Watching point, we were able to see a pod of orca fins relatively close, probably a few hundred feet from the coast. Awesome experience and would recommend as a place to chill, wait and watch!

From the ferry terminal Lime Kiln is in the other side of the island. If you have a vehicle you need a Discovery Pass but can buy one there for $30.  It is a nice walk through a trees path. The path quickly opens up to a beautiful view with seats along the trail. This is a great place for pictures and would be even better to get a photographer to do family photos. We could have stayed here all day long. We didn’t see any whales but the colors were so gorgeous it makes all your photos look professional.

This is a nice little State Park.  You have to pay an entry fee unless you have a pass.  Easy to do, drop cash in envelope or go in and pay at machine.  Interesting light house.  Informative boards around, a gift store, and a place to buy snacks.  They do have t-shirts if you haven't gotten any yet on your trip to the island.

I was surprised again at the multiple hiking trails if you venture away from the crowded main whale watching sites. Dead man's beach was deserted and just a short walk along the water. Definitely go to the actual Lime Kiln. I had lunch here at a picnic table next to the kiln overlooking the water. No one there as opposed to some of the other picnic tables dispersed along the waterfront trail.

Lime Kiln State Park is a beautiful area in Friday Harbor on the San Juan Islands. Beautiful park. Not a long walk from the parking area to the lighthouse. The rugged ocean shoreline below is amazing. We didn't see any orcas when at the lighthouse,  but seen there often. Beautiful peaceful area.

You can see the whales pass right before you in the water!! They were likely 100 yards away at the closest closer than than 200 yard distance required on boat rides!. We happen to be there on a day that 15 total, rare J-pod Southern Resident whales passed by including a baby. Such a treat!  There are a couple picnic tables which was helpful to my husband who has a neurological disease. The trails are mostly flat but I was glad we had our walking sticks for the trail parts laden with roots or rocks. If you plan on coming to spend a couple hours I would bring a comfortable folding chair for a loved one with a disability.  There are a few off the road parking places to see the whales south of the park if your loved one cannot get out of the car easily.

June equinox Annual Orcas Sing is an experience like no other.  At the cliffs of Lime Kiln State Park, a choir sings so beautifully, the sound of angels. This annual event is stunning.

This place is beautiful! Easy, beautiful trails, places to stop & picnic or whale watch & a beautiful lighthouse. It's a must when we visit the island!Playground: NoPublic restrooms: YesOff-leash dog area: NoPicnic tables: Yes

Disappointed that we didnt see any whales while we visited, but we had a great walk along the trail that leads up to the lighthouse. I even proposed to my girlfriend along the pathway while we were stopped at the overlook. Now we are thinking of maybe returning to have a wedding in the same spot!!

Very clean park with beautiful views. My phone thought I was in Canada as I kept getting the travel pass notification texts. Trail to the lighthouse is very easy.

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