The fleet rafted up in Hunter Bay.
We spent a couple of days tucked in to Hunter Bay, at the South end of Lopez Island in the San Juan Islands. Serenity, Get Wet and Bella Kai rafted up together and enjoyed the bounty of the sea (aka LOTS of fresh crabs on the opening day of crabbing season).
Just south of Lopez Pass, in Mud Bay, we found several totem poles and then Paul Allen’s hidden and very private retreat, tucked away from sight behind a private rock islet. It’s an impressive spread.
Totem Pole at Mud Bay
Hunter Bay is our favorite spot for staging into and out of the San Juan Islands. It’s 8 hours from Seattle and is very well protected from winds by large rocky cliffs.
There is also abundant wildlife, Bald Eagles, Great Blue Herons, Ravens, Deer, etc. that keep the crew entertained and happy.
The shallow, muddy bottom holds out 150 # CQR anchor VERY well. We’ve never had an issue dragging anchors, even in gale force winds just on the other side of the protective cliffs.
Paul Allen’s private retreat.