San Juan County Conservation Land Bank
Fisherman Bay Preserve: Weeks Wetland
Lopez Island
Activities
Features
The 24-acre Weeks Wetland Preserve with its unique saltwater wetland is adjacent to Lopez Village. Here, freshwater wetlands meet the marine waters of Fisherman Bay. Property acquisition and trail construction were funded in part by a matching grant from the Washington State Department of Natural Resources.
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ACRES PRESERVED
Trail Description
A short, rustic foot path wanders through the wetland to an observation deck overlooking the wetland. Visitors may discover the abundance of migratory birds and wetland plants, learn about life in the wetlands from interpretive signs, and watch boats enter and exit Fisherman Bay. To protect nesting and foraging birds, dogs are not allowed on this Preserve.
Preserve Map
When you visit
• Stay on designated trails.
• Day use only, no camping.
• No fires.
• No dogs.
• Follow leave no trace principles. Take nothing and leave nothing.
Driving Directions
From the Lopez ferry landing:
Take Ferry Road heading south. At 2.2 miles, the road name changes to Fisherman Bay Road. Continue into Lopez Village, turning right on Lopez Road at 4.4 miles. At 4.65 miles from start, turn right and park by the water tower at Village Park. Cross Lopez Road to the south and walk down Weeks Point Way for approximately 200 feet to the preserve entrance on the left.
Click the links below to see what flora and fauna others are observing at this Preserve.
