Orcas Village, Washington facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Orcas Village
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Orcas Village, seen from the water (August 2007)
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 Orcas Village
Location in Washington (state)
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| Country | United States |
| State | Washington |
| County | San Juan |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP codes |
98280
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Orcas Village, also called Orcas or Orcas Landing, is a small community. It is located on the southeastern part of Orcas Island. This island is in San Juan County, Washington, United States. It is an unincorporated community, meaning it does not have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it is governed by the county.
About Orcas Village
Orcas Village is a very important spot for Orcas Island. It is where the only Washington State Ferry dock is located. This means that most cars and people traveling to and from the island use this village.
While you can also fly to Orcas Island or arrive by private boat, the ferry is the most common way. Because of this, Orcas Village has many services for visitors and locals. You can find restaurants, small grocery stores, and gift shops here.
What to See and Do
Orcas Village is home to the historic Orcas Hotel. This beautiful hotel was built in 1904. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1982. This means it is recognized as an important historical building.
The village also has a small public dock. There is also a private marina for boats. Many island residents use the parking areas here. They leave their cars to take the ferry to work or other places off the island. Orcas Village is considered an important "activity center" by San Juan County. This means it is a key place for community life and services.
