Island Riding
Lopez Island is made for cycling with steady rolling hills and pastural views. There are great loops for pavement riding with some gravel and off road riding. Stop by the shop, we’d love to suggest a route for you and your group.
Digital Maps
Ferry ride to the shop located in the Village.
Otis Odyssey (Beginner)
Easy mellow ride out to the peninsula and back. Suitable for families due to low elevation gain and loss with low speeds. Beautiful views of the wildlife and water.
Spencer Spit Scuttle and Back (Beginner)
A short route to and from Spencer Spit suitable for folks looking for a short ride and hike down to the water at the state park.
Mid Island Mission (Intermediate)
If you're looking to get mileage but stay centralized to the Village. Water, trees, livestock, and smiles aplenty. Be on the lookout for farm stands and flowers.
Watmough Wowie (Advanced)
Beautiful long ride to Watmough Bay via western roads with more sun exposure. Along the way is Shark Reef Sanctuary and Agate Beach. Primarily an out and back but with a unique experience in either direction.
Almost the Whole Thing (Advanced)
Do this if you are a maximalist and fully experience why Lopez is so great for riding. Practice caution as there are a few of spots that may have for vehicular traffic.
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Road Biking
Lopez Island is the least hilly of the San Juans but the island is not flat. The first hill that you hit is straight off the boat and it’s a nice gradual climb but some people may get winded. For the most part the island consists of nice rolling hills. Makes for a great scenic bike ride.
Please note, Center and Mud Bay Roads are narrow, 45 MPH roads without shoulders. Use of alternate routes is advised, especially for beginning cyclists and/or kids. See the map below for alternative routes:
Mountain Biking
We have fantastic mountain biking on Lopez Island. Most of the trail riding happens at Lopez Hill, a 400 acre property managed by San Juan County Land Bank. There are currently about four miles of trails designed for mixed use. We have mountain bikes for rent, just ask!
Please note that electric-assist bikes, of any kind, are NOT allowed on Lopez Hill trails. All trails are for non-motorized use only.
We have trail maps by Friends of Lopez Hill in our shop, or print out the map below.
Getting to Lopez
Rental cars are available at SeaTac airport. You can then drive to the San Juan Islands’ ferry terminal, in Anacortes, WA
The Airporter Shuttle/ BellAir Charters will take you from the airport to the ferry terminal. Phone: 866-235-5247
Kenmore Air offers floatplane flights to and from Seattle, Vancouver and Victoria BC to the San Juan Islands.
San Juan Airlines offers affordable flights out of Anacortes and Bellingham. Phone: 360-676-9999
Washington State Ferries
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 San Juan Island. When driving onto the ferry, Lopez is the first stop. Our shop is located 4 miles from the ferry terminal, in Lopez Village. You can also park your car at the Anacortes ferry terminal (there is a small parking fee) and walk onto the ferry. If you plan on driving on the ferry, reservations are highly recommended. See the links below: