A kayaker launches from the Don Armeni Boat ramp on Alki Beach.
Blake Island can be seen beyond the Alki Lighthouse.
A biker relaxes on Alki Beach.
Choppy water separates Blake Island from Seattle on windy days.
The western side of Blake Island offers sandy beaches and multiple campsites.
The water trail campsites are designated for kayakers.
Many of the beaches don't allow camping, but there are plenty of sites on the island.
Deer and racoons are a constant problem on the island, and food storage lockers are supplied at many of the sites.
Deer and racoons are a constant problem on the island, and food storage lockers are supplied at many of the sites.
A kayaker takes a breather on the western side of Blake Island near the Cascadia Marine Trail campsites.
Cormorants rest on a tree near Tillicum Village.
Shells washed up on driftwood along one of the beaches on Blake Island.
Tillicum Village.
Tillicum Village.