San Juan Island National Historical Park · Washington

Officer's Quarters

0.3 mi of trail, end to end · about 50 ft of climbing · 13 ft–103 ft · hiking

55 ft 83 ft · 0.1 mi high 103 ft

Hike Officer's Hill the Park Service's write-up

dogs allowed

A formal garden with flowers and manicured hedges in front of historic English military buildings.
The formal garden at English Camp allows visitors to imagine what life was like here for the British

The trails surrounding the Officers’ Quarters at English Camp offer a captivating journey through history and nature. As you hike along these paths, you’ll experience the same stunning views that British commanders enjoyed during their time on San Juan Island. The well-marked trail leads you through a British garden and towering forests, with interpretive signs that share the stories of the Royal Marines who occupied this area.

The trail has a moderate incline and stairs leading to the garden. Be sure to take your time as you navigate the area, and keep an eye out for the remnants of the historic buildings that once stood here. At various points along the trail, you’ll find scenic overlooks that provide glimpses of the picturesque harbor and surrounding landscapes.

Read more about the history of the officers' quarters.

Accessibility This is a short 0.3 mile hike along an unpaved trail that includes 127 feet of elevation gain. There are stairs leading to the formal garden.

This hike on nps.gov

On the parks map

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About this trail's facts

The lines are the National Park Service's public trails layer, the trailheads and the waterfalls, views, peaks and historic places along them the Service's public points of interest, read 2026-10-16 and simplified for the map; the length is the line's, end to end. The write-ups are the Service's own "things to do" text, unedited. Heights come from USGS 3DEP through Terrain Tiles on AWS (Mapzen/Tilezen), read along each line and rounded; a short trail on steep ground can be off by a few tens of feet. Closures change: check the park's own site before you go.