Herron Island
Island Private residential island in Puget Sound, Washington
A private Puget Sound community served by a small ferry, Herron Island sees cottage owners, boaters and swimmers using sandy beaches, trails and moorings for weekend recreation.
Herron Island is a privately owned residential island in Puget Sound, Washington State, United States. It functions as a small, year-round community with privately managed services.
The island contains docks, a community center and residential lots, and it is primarily used by residents and their guests rather than as a public recreation destination. Roads and common facilities are maintained by the island’s community organization.
The island was developed in the 20th century as a private residential community and has been managed by an owners’ association responsible for services, docks and ferry operations. Its development pattern reflects private island subdivision and community governance.
Herron Island sits in south Puget Sound and is reached by the island’s private ferry from the mainland; it lies among the smaller islands south of Seattle and is part of the broader Puget Sound island network.
- Private community and ferry: Access is by the island's privately operated ferry and landing, and ownership and services are administered by a community association that manages common facilities.
How to Get to Herron Island #
Herron Island is reached via a small ferry that connects to the mainland (Gugo Road/Case Inlet area). Ferry schedules and access rules are managed by the Herron Maintenance Company-consult the island’s official site for landing rules and membership information.
Tips for Visiting Herron Island #
- Herron Island is a members' island community-secure access permission or stay with a resident; day access without invitation is limited.
- Bring exact change for the island's small security/landing fees if arriving by private boat; local procedures can be cash-based.
- Respect community rules-Herron Island has active stewardship and quiet-hour policies enforced by residents.
Best Time to Visit Herron Island #
Best in summer for community events, boating and warm weather; spring and autumn are quieter.
Weather & Climate near Herron Island #
Temperate climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 24°C. Abundant rainfall (1310 mm/year), wettest in December.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (192 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (160 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (145 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm).
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July
July is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 10°C. The driest month with just 24 mm.
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August
August is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 10°C. Light rainfall.
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September
September is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Heavy rain (203 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (208 mm).
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