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James Island is a rugged state park, easily accessible from Orcas or Anacortes.
Bird Rocks is a fun place to watch the wildlife during the crossing of Rosario Strait.
One of the many views from the bluffs of James Island State Park.
A kayak rests on one of the beaches on James Island.
One of the many views from the bluffs of James Island State Park.
A kayaker unloads his boat at camp.
The fog clears in the afternoon at one of the campsites on James Island.
The sunset lights up the sky.
James Island is a popular stop on longer trips throughout the San Juan Islands.
A kayak rests on one of the beaches on James Island.
The fog clears in the afternoon at one of the campsites on James Island.
Gear dries at camp on James Island.
A sailboat off the coast of the island.
Crab shells scattered along the beach on James Island.
Spiderwebs hang from the trees in the dense forests that cover the island.
The island offers three Cascadia Marine Trail campsites.
One of the many scenic campsites on James Island.
Fires are permitted unless otherwise posted.
James Island State Park.