Where is the best boat launch ramp for starting a San Juan Islands crui
This chart of the Squalicum Harbor boat launch ramp in Bellingham shows the marinas, parking areas, and transient docks used by boaters beginning a San Juan Islands cruise. Squalicum Harbor is a popular starting point, with an all-tide launch ramp, two large marinas, parking, and easy access to northern destinations such as Sucia, Matia, and Stuart islands.
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| Red dots mark the ramp, parking lot and transient dock. |
✔ Tip When considering Washington Park or Squalicum Harbor or Cornet Bay as your departure/return point, don't let the minimal highway mileage differences influence your choice. For us, where we are headed on day #1 and where we plan to be on the last day are what we have found determine our best place to begin. Of course, some of us just plan to go sailing with little consideration for where we spend the night.
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