Adding an additional 50 ft. to the 2,407 ft. summit is a stone lookout tower, built in 1936. Boating is a popular pastime in the San Juan Islands. Bring your own or rent a kayak, powerboat, or sailboat, and explore the waters of the beautiful San Juans. Biking is also a favorite activity for island visitors. Whale watching is an exciting reason to visit Orcas.
Many companies offer a variety of marine wildlife tours of the best places around the island.
Take advantage of the opportunity to see Orca Whales in their natural setting and experience their great size and natural grace. San Juan County has the highest number of businesses per capita of any county in the state. Unemployment was the 25th lowest of the state's 39 counties. Average personal income is the highest in the state, however, many islanders make their money from dividends, interest and rent. The largest employers are in services, retail, construction, county government, miscellaneous businesses, manufacturing and wholesale trade.