Adventure Series to James Island

In 2025, we launched a seasonal Adventure Series designed to help people get outside and explore our beautiful backyard at an economical fare. Most Adventure Series trips are just $45 roundtrip for adults (a 50% savings from our standard fares), making non-ferry served island access more attainable for our community.

Our Adventure Series focuses on creating space for people to connect with the natural world: hiking island trails, picnicking on remote beaches, visiting marine state parks, and enjoying bird and wildlife observation through a “create your own adventure” format.

These trips are self-guided experiences - we provide the ride and the access, and you set the pace and plan your day. There’s no formal guide on site, giving you the freedom to explore the island on your own terms and craft an adventure that’s entirely your own.

Saturday, May 2nd we will be heading to James Island State Park – a true gem tucked into Rosario Strait. Panoramic views of Mount Baker and the surrounding San Juan Islands offer a postcard-worthy backdrop. A scenic 1.5-mile loop trail winds through forest and up to open bluff viewpoints. Pack a picnic and settle onto the beach, explore the tide line, or simply soak in the salt air and sweeping island views. James Island is the perfect destination for a relaxed day of hiking, beachcombing, and unplugging in the San Juans.

The boat will depart Skyline Marina at 11am with a 30 minute travel time to the island. The boat will pick up at James Island at 2:30pm to return to Skyline Marina.