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San Juans to Desolation Sound Cruise - 14 day
Our cruising area is as vast as it is magnificent.
The protected water ways, innumerable islands, bays
and anchorages extend from south of Seattle all the
way through western British Columbia and on to Glacier
Bay in Southeast Alaska.
You can choose to enjoy the many waterfront resorts,
the amenities and attractions of the seaside towns and
cities, or simply find your way to remote anchorages and
deserted islands.
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Day 1: Sucia Island
Depart from Anacortes and
head for Sucia Island Marine Park. Plentiful, safe
anchorage is to be had in Echo Bay. Ashore there are
hiking trails and beachcombing.
22 Miles
Destination website: www.parks.wa.gov/moorage/parks/m_016.asp
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Day 2: Nanaimo B.C.
Nanaimo via Bedwell Harbour at South Pender Island to
check into Customs. The day's cruise takes you through
the Canadian Gulf Islands to Nanaimo. Nanaimo is replete
with marine services and yacht provisioning as well as
fine restaurants.
47 Miles
Destination website: www.city.nanaimo.bc.ca/
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Day 3: Egmont
With an eye to the weather, you are off to an early
departure across the Straits of Georgia to Egmont.
Moorage is available at the government float or the
marina. Take a hike to nearby Sechelt rapids where
the current can run 14 knots.
46 Miles
Destination website: www.nwboat.com/egmont/
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Day 4: Chatterbox Falls
Chart a course for a journey up Jervis Inlet to
Chatterbox Falls. This cruise is one reason why
the Pacific Northwest is irresistible. The 120-foot
waterfall against the granite peaks is a photographers
delight. The adventuresome head to shore for a bracing
dip in one of the pools under the falls.
30 Miles
Destination website: www.bigpacific.com/whattodo/princess.html
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Day 5: Powell River / Westview
This quaint marina tucked into the sunshine coast is a
good place to restock for the journey to Desolation Sound
and enjoy a great pizza. There is even a scenic 18-hole
golf course nearby.
47 Miles
Destination website: www.thesunshinecoast.com/powellriver/
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Day 6: Cortes Bay
Plentiful anchorage and public docks are set in a
beautiful harbour. Arrive in the early afternoon
and enjoy a swim in waters that can exceed 70° F
during the summer.
22 Miles
Destination website: www.royalvan.com/club_offshore_cortesbay.asp
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Day 7: Gorge Harbour
A protected anchorage with many islets along the north
shore. There is also a marina resort with everything
from mountain bike and kayak rentals to an excellent
restaurant.
10 Miles
Destination website: www.nwboat.com/gorgeharbour/
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Day 8: Prideaux Haven
Leave early and take the long way, or take the short
way to get set up in a small cove or off a deserted
islet. The area is rich with oysters found on the warm
beaches. Sunrise is over 5000 foot granite peaks.
18 Miles
Destination website: www.britishcolumbia.com/regions/towns/?townID=3965
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Day 10: Pender Harbour
This favorite spot on the Sunshine Coast has ample
anchorage and moorage and a variety of coves and inlets.
Shore side there are places to re-provision and a few
warm and friendly pubs.
32 Miles
Destination website: www.penderharbour.org/
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Day 11: Telegraph Harbour
Plan your crossing of the Georgia Strait with ample time
to arrive at this popular spot. Nearby resorts host
pig-roast barbeques and flotilla rendezvous.
60 Miles
Destination website: www.telegraphharbour.com/
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Day 12: Prevost
An easy cruise south to this beautiful anchorage.
The inlets facing the Northwest are for connoisseurs
of sunsets.
16 Miles
Destination website: www.nwboating.com/dest/318
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Day 13: Rosario via Roche Harbor
After stopping at U.S. customs in Roche Harbor, meander
through the San Juans to historical Rosario Resort on
Orcas Island. Ashore you can enjoy the European spa or
the piano bar.
33 Miles
Destination website: rosario.rockresorts.com/
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Day 14: Anacortes
An early departure provides an easy trip through Obstruction
Pass and return to Anacortes. Take some time to get your land legs back in
historic downtown Anacortes and begin to make plans for
next year.
18 Miles
Destination website: www.anacortes.org/
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