Every Saturday, farmers' markets are bursting with the season's harvest. You can also find these foods at local restaurants, where chefs handpick the freshest produce, seafood, meats and more for their fall menus, wine dinners and special events during Savor the San Juans. Local shops and tasting rooms are open, with tours and tastes of wine, beer, spirits, cider, preserves, baked goods, and other artisan-crafted island delicacies.
With an average daily temperature of 66 degrees in September, 58 in October and 50 in November, autumn in the San Juan Islands is a beautiful season, with many sunny days. Fall is a good time to pull on your favorite sweater and go for a leisurely hike or enjoy a bonfire on the beach. The San Juan Islands farm tours on Lopez, Orcas and San Juan are a wonderful way to enjoy a fine fall day. An overcast morning may turn into a beautiful sunny afternoon—or the other way around—so be prepared with both a light jacket and a heavier raincoat.
Fall is a wonderful time to take a drive to Anacortes on a beautiful fall day and catch a ferry to the San Juans. It is always a good idea to make a reservation if you plan on driving onto the Washington State Ferry. You can also fly by airplane or seaplane. No matter how you choose to travel, it will be a beautiful ride!
