Lime Kiln Point State Park, Friday Harbor

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.