Sailing and Boating

The Strait of Juan de Fuca is a challenging and exhilarating sailing experience. There is a strong heritage of Wooden Ship Building here, with a major festival and school. Bustling Port Angeles Harbor offers protection for large and small craft.

The Hood Canal is a beautiful glacial fjord with many secluded coves and beaches. The Quilcene Boat Haven and full-service Pleasant Harbor Marina can be found on Hood Canal. Great kayaking and SCUBA dives excite visitors, visit www.emeraldtowns.com for all the info.

Both Port Angeles Harbor and Sequim Bay also have public marinas. Port Townsend also has a marina, as does Port Hadlock and Port Ludlow.

Marinas for ocean fishing include world-renowned Sekiu, Clallam Bay, Neah Bay and La Push for spectacular catches.