This 1936 stone observation tower crowns Mount Constitution at 2,407 feet, the highest peak in the San Juan Islands. The 52-foot Civilian Conservation Corps-built structure provides panoramic views of the Olympic Mountains, Cascade Range, Mount Baker, and the island-dotted waters of Puget Sound. On clear days, you can see Mount Rainier to the south and the Canadian Coast Mountains to the north.
Access requires a ferry ride to Orcas Island, then a winding 6-mile drive up Mount Constitution Road through old-growth forest. The road is paved but steep with tight switchbacks. Moran State Park surrounds the area with multiple campgrounds. Summer brings crowds and limited parking at the summit. The tower is open year-round, but winter weather can make the road treacherous.
Historic stone tower overlooking San Juan Islands
Place Details
| Type | Fire Lookout |
|---|---|
| Street address | Mount Constitution Road, Washington Get directions → |
| Elevation (ft) | 2407 ft |
| Nearest town | Eastsound, WA |
| Miles from pavement | 0 mi |
| Minimum vehicle | Any vehicle |
| Access road surface | Paved |
| Cell service | Partial |
| Cost (USD/night, 0 = free) | Free |
| Reservation required | No |
| Best season | April-October |
| Land manager | State Park |
| Permit required | No |
| Amenities | Picnic table, Toilets |
| Coordinates | Open directions |
| Find on Google | Search on Google → |