moran state park is beautiful and offers plenty of fishing and camping as well as hiking. the best time to go to orcas is in april, may, or the fall. during the summer the ferry line to get off the island can have you waiting for six hours or more! the campground offers coin operated showers, and the hike around the lake is stunning! the local wildlife is relatively tame and we took many up-close photos. you self-pay at the station for as little or as long as you wish. we drove into town a few times for shopping and fantastic meals with views of the sound. orcas island is a fantastic choice for getting away from it all. i have spent alot of time there with my husband and it is always a joy.
Pros: beautiful, inexpensive, quiet
Cons: ferry lines toandfro
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