Just south of Vancouver, B.C., in Washington State, lies a distinctive island triangle known locally as the San Juans. This enchanting cluster of islands offers boaters the pleasure of cruising in safe and protected waters while enjoying the diversity and individual personality of each island. The allure of the San Juans lies in the short distances between destinations, the ease of provisioning, the well-maintained marinas and the friendly charm of the villages and towns, beautiful beaches, lakes, shaded forest walks and intriguing historic sites. This well-known cruising couple provides lots of information for cruising the area, including charming hand-drawn maps of each anchorage.