Waldron Lookout, accessible via a spur trail at 1.5 miles up the northern trail.

Turtleback Mountain is a wilderness-preservation success story. Recently the target of a development effort on Orcas Island, a popular weekend destination for people from Seattle, it was saved from that fate largely by the efforts of one man and his organization, Tim Seifert, executive director of the San Juan Preservation Trust. Thanks to their work, the mountain is now a wilderness area, in perpetuity. As a bonus, a network of trails is now available to allow hikers and sight-seers a chance to explore the mountain. The trails are beautiful and serene and not nearly as crowded as those on the more popular Mount Constitution, which sits on the other side of the island. There are just a few open viewpoints, such as this one, but they do pack a punch. Beyond that, the forest scenery is just fantastic.

Photo by Charles Arcudi

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Kingfish at West Sound

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A restaurant and a bar/lounge are featured at this inn. Guests will appreciate free perks like free self parking and WiFi in public areas. A snack bar/deli, express check-in, and express check-out are also on offer.

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Luxe Waterfront, Private Beach, Golfing, Hiking, Spacious Living, Close to Town

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1BR Ocean View steps to prime west-facing beach and on-site cafe!

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West Beach Resort

190 Waterfront Way, Eastsound, WA

2.17 mi from Turtleback Mountain

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Kingfish at West Sound

5 out of 5

Posted 1 month ago

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"We thoroughly enjoyed our 2 night stay in Suite 4. Beautifully updated, historic building/inn with a restaurant that'serves amazing farm to table food!! Would stay again and again!!"

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Luxe Waterfront, Private Beach, Golfing, Hiking, Spacious Living, Close to Town

5 out of 5

Posted 2 months ago

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"This house was so beautiful! It was my first time staying at a short term rental like this, and it was a great first experience! It is far enough away from town that there is peace and quiet, but close enough to go to all of the wonderful local shops in town! And the VIEW!! No words or pictures could do that view justice. "

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Cedar Field Vacation House on Orcas Island - Winter Getaway, Off Season Rates

5 out of 5

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"Spacious and relaxing home for a group of 4. Jesse was great and addressed all of our needs promptly. "

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Cottage-in-the-Barn on Dragonfly Farm

5 out of 5

Posted 3 months ago

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"I had a wonderful stay at the cottage! The setting was exactly what I hoped for and the cottage itself was beautiful. Everything was spotlessly clean, private and quiet- and the gas fireplace was perfect. It was a very short drive to get anywhere I needed to go in town. I can’t wait to book another stay sometime soon! "

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