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Island of the San Juan Islands in Washington state, United States
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Lopez Island is the third largest of the San Juan Islands in Washington State. This relatively flat island features some of the best natural parks and preserves in the San Juan Islands. Its bucolic charm makes it a place to escape the busy world and appreciate nature and community.
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formerly Holly B's Bakery
A great bakery. This favored spot of the island's visitors is open mostly during the summer.
One the water, fun menu, village location
Formerly Islandale Store
in the Islandale building on the South End.
Attached to the bar, featuring fried foods and a few healthier entrees.
An upscale, farm-to-table dining experience.
A to-go gourmet deli and wine shop inspired by the owners' Francophilic bent.
A local favorite and a great place to catch the Island Vibe
Family run coffee shop that makes wonderful drinks.
A small centrally-located hotel open year-round. A bike and kayak rental shop is located onsite that also offers rentals and whale tours.
The hotel features a pool, restaurant/bar, marina and proximity to kayak and bike rental shop.
The only B&B on the island and is open during the spring and summer months.
A book store
A small organic grocery store
The main grocery store, and also the only store with liquor sales.
An art gallery
By boat
Lopez Island has two marinas with guest moorage, both in Fisherman Bay:
By seaplane
Bring a car on the ferry. While the roads are great for cycling, you won't want to bike the whole way to the South End.
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