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Friday Harbor

Washington, United States · North America

About Friday Harbor

Friday Harbor is worth a stop: 25 minutes from Cadboro Bay, 1km from San Juan Islands.

Friday Harbor is a town located in Washington, United States. With a population of 2,340, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Friday Harbor sits in United States, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Los Angeles time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Friday Harbor to your route.

About Friday Harbor

The Whale Museum is a natural history museum in Friday Harbor, Washington. Founded in 1979, it is dedicated to interpreting whales in the wild. Its mission is to promote the stewardship of wild whales in the Salish Sea ecosystem through education and research programs.

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Friday Harbor offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Friday Harbor located?

Friday Harbor is located in Washington, United States, North America. The coordinates are 48.5343 latitude, -123.0171 longitude.

What is the population of Friday Harbor?

Friday Harbor has a population of approximately 2,340 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
2,340
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
Washington
Timezone
America/Los_Angeles
Coordinates
48.5343, -123.0171

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United States

Police
911
Ambulance
911
Fire
911
Driving side
right

AAA roadside assistance: 1-800-222-4357. Right turn on red is legal in most states unless signed otherwise.

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Worth the detour from Friday Harbor

2 notable places within an hour's drive.

natural wonder

San Juan Islands

A scenic Pacific Northwest archipelago accessible by ferry, renowned for orca whale watching, kayaking, and peaceful island life.

1 km · about 5 min drive

coastal drive

Chuckanut Drive (WA-11)

Washington's first scenic byway clings to sandstone cliffs between Bellingham and the Skagit flats, with oyster bars and Samish Bay sunsets over the San Juan Islands.

41 km · about 45 min drive

Driving roads near Friday Harbor

  • 41 kmChuckanut Drive (WA-11)Washington's first scenic byway clings to sandstone cliffs between Bellingham and the Skagit flats, with oyster bars and Samish Bay sunsets over the San Juan Islands.
  • 72 kmHurricane Ridge ViewpointA mile-high viewpoint in Olympic National Park with panoramic views of the Olympic Mountains, the Strait of Juan de Fuca, and on clear days, Mount Baker.

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