What are the best bike routes in the San Juan Islands?

Best Bike Routes

If you’re planning a trip to the San Juan Islands, picking which island is the most difficult choice. But Look no further! Lopez is where you should go.

Bike on Lopez Island.
Map of bike destinations in the San Juan islands.

What to expect when you get there.

The first hill off the ferry is one of the steepest on the island. Once you get up the hill, it’s easy cruising the rest of the way.

5 reasons you should visit Lopez Island via bike:

  1. There are very few cars driving on this island
  2. Of all the San Juan Islands, Lopez Island has the least amount of incline
  3. The entire bike route has views of the water
  4. Visit bakeries and cafes along the route
  5. You can skip the ferry lines by taking your bike

If you’re looking for suggestions on bakeries and cafes, you can take a look at the latest listings here: https://www.visitsanjuans.com/lopez-island/dining.

To take a more challenging bike ride, visit Orcas Island. It is a much larger island with more incline.