Echo Bay

Echo Bay is a quietly stunning anchorage off Orcas Island in the San Juan Islands, where you drop the hook and wake up to forested shores and the kind of calm that's hard to find elsewhere. The surrounding area is part of what makes Orcas special — Moran State Park is nearby, with mountain trails and sweeping views of the islands. It's a straightforward anchor spot, so come ready to enjoy the scenery rather than any shore-side amenities.