San Juan Islands
★ Featured Anchorage
Eagle Harbor — Cypress Island
Holding: Excellent
Shelter: Excellent
20 mooring buoys
Shore access
Anchorage Pacific Northwest
About This Anchorage
Eagle Harbor on Cypress Island is among the most beloved anchorages in the San Juan Islands. A Washington DNR Natural Resources Conservation Area, the island is completely undeveloped — no ferry, no services, just old-growth forest, rocky bluffs, and stunning views of the Cascade Range. The harbor is well-protected, with a mix of DNR buoys and good anchoring ground in soft mud.
Highlights
- Old-growth Douglas fir forest with trails to Eagle Cliff viewpoint
- Eagles nesting on the island — sightings almost guaranteed
- DNR camping platforms on shore (first-come, first-served)
- Outstanding views of Mount Baker across Bellingham Channel
- Good rockfish and Dungeness crab habitat nearby
Cautions & Notes
- DNR buoys fill fast in July and August; anchor as backup
- Buoy fees apply — Discover Pass or pay online at wdfw.wa.gov
- No fresh water or garbage service ashore
- Shallow shelf extends from northeast shore — watch depth