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Barlow Bay
Barlow Bay is a small, partly-enclosed harbor tucked into the south end of Mackaye Harbor on Lopez Island's south shore, making it a naturally sheltered spot to drop anchor. The area is renowned for its spectacular sunsets, so time your arrival right and you'll be rewarded with some of the best evening skies in the San Juan Islands.
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Marinas and anchorages near Barlow Bay · times are dock to dock
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- Busiest around 13:00 — mostly boats arriving
- Half the boats that stop here have arrived by 14:00
- 84% of visits are overnight
- Typical stay: ~18h
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