Lopez Island
sights & scenes
Ursa Minor
James Beard nominated Pacific Northwest agrarian cuisine, ranked the top restaurant on the island.
Setsunai at the Galley
A noodle bar with a full bar and live music in a converted community space.
Blue Heron Bistro
Waterfront dining on Fisherman Bay with a seasonal, locally sourced menu.
APIZZAPIE
Neapolitan style pizza served from a beloved food cart in the village.
Holly B's Bakery
A Lopez Island institution since 1976, famous for its cinnamon rolls and fresh baked bread.
Isabel's Espresso
A cozy coffee shop right in the heart of Lopez Village.
Haven Kitchen & Bar
A waterfront restaurant with a well loved menu and a devoted local following.
Vita's Wildly Delicious
An iconic Lopez Island eatery since 2001, serving wood-fired pizza and wine tastings with live music on Wednesday and Friday nights.
Shark Reef Sanctuary
A forested trail leads to a rocky point where seals and sea lions gather offshore.
Lopez Island Historical Museum
Exhibits on the island's farming, fishing, and maritime past.
Lopez Island Golf Club
A relaxed nine hole course where no tee times are needed.
Village Cycles
Rent a bike right in the village and explore the island's quiet country roads.
Spencer Spit State Park
A sandy spit park with camping, mooring buoys, and easy beach access.
Lopez Center for Community and the Arts
A hub for live performances, classes, and community events.
Watmough Bay
A quiet cove reached through San Juan County's day park system, popular for picnics.
Lopez Island Farmers Market
A Saturday market featuring local produce, crafts, and prepared foods, running mid-May through mid-September.
Lopez Island Pharmacy
A full service local pharmacy right in the village.
Lopez Bicycle Works and Kayaks
Rent a bike or kayak to explore Lopez Island at your own pace.
Blossom Grocery
A local and organic grocery stop for everyday essentials.
Kestrel Bailey Photography
Wedding, elopement, and family photography from a Lopez based photographer.
Lopez Village Market
A full service grocery store serving the village and surrounding area.
Lopez Island Vineyards
A small local winery offering tastings of wines made right on the island.
Featured Seasonal Highlight
Open Studios at the Artists Studio Tour
Local artists open their private studios for a self guided weekend of painting, pottery, and craft demonstrations across the island.
September 5–6, 2026
Featured Seasonal Highlight
Farm Hopping at Savor the San Juans
The island's rich agricultural heritage takes center stage during the first week of October, with farm tours letting visitors stroll the fields and sample fresh flavors straight from the source.
First week of October, 2026
Featured Seasonal Highlight
The Village Lights Up for the Holidays
Lopez Village kicks off the holiday season with a lighting ceremony the day after Thanksgiving, as shops stay open late with treats, music, and cheer.
November 27, 2026
Local tips
A few pointers from our on-the-ground team.
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Wave back at every passing car
Locals wave at every passing car, bike, and pedestrian, a long standing island custom, so don't be shy about waving back. -
Download offline maps before you go
Cell service is patchy across most of the island, so save your directions ahead of time. -
Come with a plan already in mind
There are no stoplights, rental cars, public transportation, or movie theaters on the island, so figure out your days before you arrive. -
Visit the beaches before 11am or after 4pm
Midday tends to fill in during summer, so early or late gives you the most peaceful stretch of sand. -
Look for monthly First Friday and First Saturday events
First Fridays bring live music around the village, and First Saturdays bring art walks through local galleries and shops, both running monthly. -
Arrive early for your return ferry
You can reserve the ferry to Lopez, but not the return trip, so plan to arrive at the terminal with time to spare.