Lime Kiln
historic site
The first lime kilns on the island were operated by American settlers and the Royal Marines during the Joint Occupation of San Juan Island (1860-1872). By the late 1800s and early 1900s, lime mining was the largest industry in the San Juan Archipelago.
- Access
- Yes
- Inscription
- See Picture of Sign: https://tinyurl.com/2w9uvphm
- 6.8 mi off the ANACORTES TO SIDNEY, BC
- 6.4 mi off the SAN JUAN ISLANDS
- 6.8 mi off the ANACORTES TO SAN JUAN ISLANDS TO SIDNEY, BC
- 12.8 mi off the ANACORTES TO SAN JUAN ISLANDS
Overlooks nearby
- Overlook Park · 6 mi
- Afterglow Vista · 7 mi
- Point Caution Viewpoint · 7 mi
- Greg's Point · 7 mi
| Date | Sunrise | Golden hour | Sunset |
|---|---|---|---|
| March equinox | 07:16 | 18:44 | 19:25 |
| June solstice | 05:11 | 20:29 | 21:19 |
| September equinox | 07:00 | 18:31 | 19:12 |
| December solstice | 08:03 | 15:26 | 16:20 |
Local time (America/Los_Angeles).
48.51868, -123.15138
Elevation 14 m (modelled from terrain)