We’re Stoked You Have Decided to Visit Lopez Island by Bike
It’s as if Lopez Island was built to be explored by bike. Let us help you get the most out of your day and prepare for your car free trip.
Please be aware that T-Mobile is currently the only cellular provider on the islands.
A Great First Step: Become Familiar with the Ferry Route and Schedule
The most common mode of transportation to and from the San Juans is the Washington State Ferries. Ferries leave the terminal at Anacortes, WA and travel to Lopez, Shaw, Orcas, and Friday Harbor.
Lopez is the first stop!
You can park your car at the Anacortes ferry terminal (there is a small parking fee) and walk onto the ferry. The coolest part is interisland travel is free for walk-ons and bikes!
WSDOT Ferry Schedule by Route
Next, Book a Rental with Village Cycles
After a date to visit Lopez Island is decided, book a rental to have the bikes ready for you at the ferry landing when you arrive! Village Cycles is in the village, which is about 4 miles from the Lopez Island Ferry landing. Bike delivery is $5 per bike, per direction.
Rental Rates
We deliver bikes to the Lopez Island Ferry landing (and anywhere else on the island!) before and after store hours. The bikes will be there by 10 am and we pick them back up around 4:30 pm.
Helmets and locks are provided with no extra charge.
Frequently Asked Questions
You’ve Arrived! Time to Explore
The bikes you have reserved will be waiting for you at our bike rack. After departing the ferry, keep walking up the hill and they are located past the parking lot on the left hand side.
Need a beach right away? Stop at Odlin County Park before heading to the Village!
We recommend heading straight to Lopez Village after you’ve arrived. The majority of amenities on the island are in the village. This is a great time to grab some food, use the restroom, fill up some water bottles and find some internet at a coffee shop. Feel free to stop by the shop and say hi.
Restrooms
The public restroom for the village is in the day park next to Isabel’s Espresso on Tower Dr.
Water Fountains
We recommend filling up your water bottles inside Blossom Grocery.
A Few of Our Favorite Restaurants
We recommend checking the hours of each spot before visiting.
Food Trucks
Coffee Shops
Grocery Stores
A Reminder of Bike Etiquette
Lopez Island does not have any designated bike lanes or bike paths. As you explore the island, it is important to share the road respectfully. Drivers here on Lopez are familiar with cyclists but for everyone’s safety please remember to:
Share the road
Ride with traffic
Ride single-file
Keep with the white line
Don’t stop in blind spots, road bends or in the middle of the road
Use hand signals
Use designated bike racks
Be predictable
Give other cyclists and pedestrians a minimum of 3 feet when passing
Respect private property
Please remember to leave no trace when visiting beaches and parks
Village Cycles’ Favorite Routes to Parks
Routes starting from the village.
Please note it is best to avoid Center Rd and Mud Bay Rd when possible.
Long Route (11.5 mi)
Heading east out of the Village
Turn right on Fisherman Bay Rd
Ride for 2.8mi and turn right on Airport Rd
Ride for .4mi and turn left on Shark Reef Rd
Ride for 1.7mi and turn left on Burt Rd
Ride for .7mi and continue on Davis Bay Rd
Ride for 1.1mi and turn right on Richardson Rd
Ride for .7mi and continue on Vista Rd
Ride for 1.2mi and turn right on Mud Bay Rd
Ride for 1.1mi and turn right on Mackaye Harbor Rd
Ride for 1.8mi
Park bikes at Agate Beach County Park and hike into Iceberg Point.
Our favorite farmstands along the way:
Thornton farmstand on Shark Reef Rd
Jones farmstand Mud Bay Rd
Short Route (3.6 mi)
Heading east out of the Village
Turn left on Fisherman Bay Rd
Ride for .7mi and turn right on Cross Rd
Ride for 1.2mi and turn right Port Stanley Rd
Ride for .2mi and turn left on Bakerview Rd
Ride for .5mi
Arrive at Spencer Spit!
Our favorite farmstand along the way:
Lopez Farm on Cross Rd
Medium Route (5.4 mi)
Heading east out of the Village
Turn right on Fisherman Bay Rd
Ride for 2.8mi and turn right on Airport Rd
Ride for .4mi and turn left on Shark Reef Rd
Ride for 1.7mi
Arrive at Shark Reef Sanctuary!
Our favorite farmstand along the way:
Thornton farmstand on Shark Reef Rd
More maps of Lopez here.
Thanks for Comin’ and See You Again Soon
We hope you had a great trip! Double check for when the ferry is comin’ .
Look for updates to make sure the ferries aren’t running late or cancelled. To return the bikes, lock them back up where you found them.
Want to Stay Longer?
Our Favorite Places to Stay
Lopez Farm Cottages- Cottages and Tent Camping
Odlin County Park- Camping
Spencer Spit State Park- Camping
