Paddling Alone & Dodging Death

James Island Marine State Park

Currents

Frost-Willow Island, between (PCT2046)

Thatcher Pass (PUG1733) Depth: 28 ft

Fauntleroy Point Light, east of (PUG1731) Depth: 21 ft

Belle Rock Light, east of (PUG1729) Depth: 23 ft

Rosario Strait (PUG1702) Depth: 47 ft

Lopez Pass (PUG1730) Depth: 15 ft

Tides

Armitage Island - Station ID: 9449932

Wind & Weather

University of WA Marine Forecast

NWS marine Forecast

NWS 9 Miles SE Orcas WA

AccuWeather Extended (Anacortes, WA)

Info

Washington State Parks

Park Map

WWTA - James Island

Virtual Tour

Spencer Spit Fees

Water

As of 31 August 2023, No drinking water will be available on James Island State Park until further notice. 

Side trips

SJPT - Decatur Island Kimball Preserve

Food