Clark Island Marine State Park — Clark Island Marine State Park

Great, well-spaced site. Oddly, the only site in the San Juan Islands in which we ran into heavy mosquitos. Newer bath facilities, great swimming and large beach.

I recently did a solo kayak trip around Orcas Island, WA and Clark was my first stop. I've camped on this island before so was looking forward to visiting again. On September 18, I was the only person there and enjoyed an evening of humpback whales blowing in the channel to the east of me. Despite its location, Clark can be noisy as it is right on a major shipping channel and a nearby major railway hosts oil and coal trails 24/7. Still the short hikes, wildlife viewing options, etc. make it worth it. Some sites are right off the beach so land the kayak and just a short walk to the campsite.

This is yet another Washington Sate Park in their Marine Island system. Clark Island offers a nice, large rocky beach that makes it easy to beach your boats to set up camp. Like all the parks in the system, this well maintained area includes picnic tables, vault/pit toilets and plenty of room to pitch your home for the evening. If you're looking for a spot to extend a tour around the San Juan Islands, this is another great option.