Yellow Island Preserve is an island in the San Juan archipelago. The entire island is a preserve managed by the Nature Conservancy, and luckily for us, visitors are allowed from 10 am to 4 pm. It represents a unique hiking opportunity because the island is small enough to be explored in one visit. The only access to the preserve is in a private boat or kayak; the closest port serviced by public ferry is on Orcas Island.
The abundance of native grasses and wildflowers make this park a rare ecological gem, and attracts some special species of birds as well. This is a fragile area so visitors are asked to take special care by not bringing any pets or food onto the island. It’s always best practice to stay on trail, and that rule is especially true here.
Yellow Island Preserve
48.5918,
-123.0313
Map & Directions
Parking Pass/Entry Fee
None
Yellow Island Preserve is an island in the San Juan archipelago. The entire island is a preserve managed by the Nature Conservancy, and luckily for us, visitors are allowed between 10 am and 4 pm.
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Hiking Yellow Island Preserve
Yellow Island Preserve
Map & Directions
Trailhead
Before You Go
Parking Pass/Entry Fee
NoneWTA Pro Tip: Save a copy of our directions before you leave! App-based driving directions aren't always accurate and data connections may be unreliable as you drive to the trailhead.
