a rainbow stands out against a grey sky with clouds over a shrub covered beach — NPS Photo

Bellingham · San Juan Island National Historical Park

Hike the South Beach Trail

Visit South Beach via this short 1 mile hike! The trail travels through the American Camp prairie; keep an eye out for foxes, bald eagles, and rabbits.

Accessibility: The beaches of San Juan Island all take a walk of 100 feet or more to reach. Many of these areas are uneven and narrow trails that may traverse sand without stabilizing features. All pocket beaches descend down fairly steep trails. Unfortunately, no trails at American Camp meet all ADA standards for trails. However, there are some trails that most visitors with mobility impairment find very easy to navigate! This includes the trail from the visitor center to The Redoubt, and some of the trails that start at the Jakle's Lagoon parking lot. Please contact the American Camp visitor center for specific information.

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Part of San Juan Island National Historical Park. Conditions change. Check with the managing agency before you travel. Official page.

Hike the South Beach Trail

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