Whale watching is a popular pastime and a great way to get outdoors, but not everyone knows the best places and times of year to see the largest mammals on Earth. Here’s a quick guide to some of the best places to catch a glimpse of these magnificent creatures in the United States.
San Juan Islands, Washington
Washington State — and the entire West Coast — has ample opportunities for whale watching. Specifically, the San Juan Islands off the Washington Coast is a great place to look for orcas, humpbacks, gray whales and minkes.
While some orcas, humpbacks and gray whales can be found year-round off the Washington Coast, the best time of year to see them is usually during the summer months. Southern resident orcas — who live in three pods, referred to as…
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