English Camp - San Juan Island National Historical Park
English Camp - San Juan Island National Historical Park
English Camp - San Juan Island National Historical Park is a region characterized by its lush, forested environment, tranquil shores along Garrison Bay, and significant historical landmarks. The area features heavily forested hills, rocky outcrops, and the prominent 650-foot Young Hill, offering varied terrain for outdoor pursuits. Towering pines and Madrona trees define much of the landscape, providing a natural setting for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, and jogging. This unique blend of natural beauty and historical…
33
Routes
4.9
(15)
Average rating
444
People visited

5
hikers
3.30km
00:54
50m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
hikers
6.28km
01:52
190m
180m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
hikers
1.42km
00:23
30m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

927m
00:16
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
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100
riders
56.6km
03:39
690m
690m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

25
riders
31.0km
01:53
280m
280m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

13
riders
39.8km
02:38
520m
520m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
riders
23.7km
01:32
330m
330m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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24
riders
30.6km
01:24
280m
280m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
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23
riders
27.6km
01:25
380m
380m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

25
riders
35.2km
01:57
380m
380m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

25
riders
33.9km
01:36
390m
390m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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16
runners
14.2km
01:30
160m
160m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
runners
4.94km
00:32
60m
60m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
runners
7.41km
00:47
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
runners
9.66km
01:01
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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English Camp - San Juan Island National Historical Park offers opportunities for hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, and jogging. The park features 6 routes across these sports, with an average rating of 4.46 stars from more than 900 visitors.
Notable hiking options include the climb up Young Hill for panoramic views, an easy 45-minute loop through woodlands and along Garrison Bay, and the Bell Point Trail. More details can be found in the Hiking in English Camp - San Juan Island National Historical Park guide.
Yes, visitors can enjoy an easy 45-minute loop through woodlands and along Garrison Bay. The park also offers other less strenuous trails suitable for a relaxed experience. For more options, consult the Easy hikes in English Camp - San Juan Island National Historical Park guide.
The park is suitable for both road cycling and touring cycling, with paved roads providing access. Information on routes is available in the Cycling in English Camp - San Juan Island National Historical Park and Road Cycling Routes in English Camp - San Juan Island National Historical Park guides.
English Camp preserves sites from the Royal Marine era during the 'Pig War' standoff. Visitors can explore a parade ground, barracks, blockhouse, commissary, and a formal garden originally planted in 1867. The Union Jack flag is still flown daily at the camp.
The park is characterized by lush forests, Garrison Bay, and the 650-foot (198-meter) Young Hill. Young Hill provides expansive panoramic views of San Juan Island, the Haro Strait, and Vancouver Island. The area also features diverse native wildflowers and wildlife.
Yes, the park offers a range of activities suitable for families, including easy hiking loops and historical sites to explore. The combination of natural beauty and historical significance provides an engaging experience for all ages.
Routes in English Camp - San Juan Island National Historical Park have been explored by more than 900 komoot visitors. The 6 available routes have received an average rating of 4.46 out of 5 stars.
Komoot offers several guides for the area, including Hiking in English Camp - San Juan Island National Historical Park, Easy hikes in English Camp - San Juan Island National Historical Park, and Cycling in English Camp - San Juan Island National Historical Park.
The official website is part of the U.S. National Park Service at nps.gov/sajh. For inquiries, the Visitor Center can be reached at 360-378-2240.
The park is home to a variety of wildlife, including Orca whales, Pacific harbor seals, river otters, and Columbian blacktail deer. Over 200 species of birds and 32 types of butterflies have also been identified in the area.

