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1. Where can I get driving directions from the ferry to the park?

The park entrance is located about 1 mile from the ferry landing. Follow the main flow of traffic away from the ferry ramp. A blue boat ramp pictorial sign alerts you to the park entrance, you'll turn right to enter the park. Follow the park road down to the Manager's office, day use area, boat ramp, and campsites are further down this park road.

2. Where is the nearest grocery store?

Lopez Village Market is located in Lopez Village, about 4 miles from the park. The Village also has a bakery, espresso, restaurants and gasoline.

3. How far is it from the park to local amenities.

- Ferry Landing: 1 mile
- Lopez Village: 3 miles
- Spencer Spit State Park: 3.6 miles

4. Where can I go for a hike?

The beach at Odlin provides a peaceful walk at low tide. We have carefully built a few forested walking trails within Odlin Park. You can also walk the sandy spit at Spencer Spit State Park, less than 4 miles away.

5. Are there other places to camp on this island?

The State Park at Spencer Spit offers overnight camping.

6. What about camping on other islands?

San Juan County Park is located on the west side of San Juan Island. It's popular for its scenic views across Haro Strait and its summertime visitor, the Orca. At the Fairgrounds in Friday Harbor, we can accommodate RV's of any length (no tent camping). We also operate Shaw County Park on quaint and quiet Shaw Island. San Juan County Parks doesn't operate any overnight camping facilities on Orcas Island, Moran State Park and some private resorts offer camping.

7. Where can I park?

Please do check with the Park staff for the most suitable location for your vehicle and/or boat trailer. There is no charge for day-use parking, but overnight parking for kayakers/boaters is $10.

8. I see that some of the campsite descriptions say “Absolutely No Vehicle Brought Into Park.” Does this mean I can just park my car in a parking lot elsewhere in the park?

Unfortunately, no, The campsites that state that there are no vehicles in the park really mean just that. These sites are intended for folks who arrive on island by foot, kayak or bicycle. Consider these sites safe haven for these folks. If you’re bringing a motorized vehicle into the park, you’ll need to stay in a campsite so designated.

9. Where can I take a shower?

In Lopez Village, there are seasonal public coin-op showers at Lopez Village Park, across the street from Lopez Village Market.

10. Where can I find tide and current predictions for the area?

Visit the NOAA Tides and Currents Website