Discover 136 day hikes spanning Washington’s San Juan Islands and Canada’s Gulf Islands in this compact guide. From the ferry terminals of Anacortes to the provincial parks around Victoria and the southern Gulf Islands, each coastal trail offers forested ridges, shoreline views and wildlife encounters. Whether you arrive by ferry, private boat or kayak, you’ll find routes suited to a variety of skill levels.
Organized into four main areas—Anacortes, the San Juans, Victoria and the southern Gulf Islands—this guide includes detailed trail descriptions, elevation profiles and clear overview maps. It highlights both popular ferry-accessed parks and remote islands like Stuart Island, making it a valuable resource for hikers, paddlers and campers venturing off the beaten path.
Key Features
- 136 hikes across U.S. and Canadian locations
- At-a-glance trail selection table with distances and elevations
- Maps, 130 photos and elevation profiles
- Ferry travel tips and border-crossing details
- Car-camping recommendations and metric/imperial units
The author Craig Romano brings extensive trail knowledge and clear writing to every route description, while Mountaineers Books' compact design ensures the guide fits easily in a pack. A portion of proceeds supports volunteer trail maintenance, helping preserve these coastal landscapes for future adventures.
