Picnic and day use
One picnic site is available on a first-come, first-served basis. One composting toilet is available nearby.
Camping
Seven primitive campsites are available first-come, first-served. One vault toilet is located nearby.
Trails
Walk from the beach, through a madrone forest and up to the top of the rock outcropping for spectacular views. A half-mile hiking trail takes you to the U.S. Coast Guard Lighthouse located on the west end of the island.
Boating
Two mooring buoys are available first-come, first-served. Moorage fees are charged year round from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. Phone registration is available at buoys.
Be sure to check out weather reports and avoid anchoring here if the forecast indicates high pressure systems or wind speeds greater than 12 knots. The strong currents and winds may cause your boat to drag anchor and run aground.
Buoys are located at Latitude: 48º 47' 6" N (48.785) Longitude: 122º 57' 58.96" W (-122.9663).
Interpretive opportunities
Take a lighthouse tour to explore inside the lighthouse and learn more about its operation. Tours are offered most weekends Memorial Day through Labor Day (weather permitting). For more information, call Sucia Island State Park at (360) 376-2073.
Scavenger hunt
Patos Island is the northernmost San Juan island and only a couple miles from Canadian waters.