You can be busy – or not.  It's your vacation - you decide!  The activities and amenities of Anderson Island have much to offer for your get-away.   

Kayaking – Explore approximately fifteen miles of shoreline, bays and coves or make a crossing to Key Peninsula, Nisqually Reach, or circumnavigate other islands.  Trip planning, lessons, and guide services are available.  We can assist you with rental and launch arrangements.

Hiking – Try a relaxing one mile nature hike on the Jane Cammon Trail, or a longer hike to Andy’s Marine Park for a little beach combing.  A short trail at the historic Johnson Farm will take you through the cool woods and by a quiet pond.

Lakes* – Swimming, fishing, paddling, motor boating, and usage of personal watercraft are available on the two fresh water lakes (regulations apply).

Parks* – There are several beautiful parks on the island, some with play equipment, tennis courts, swim beaches, volley ball, picnic facilities, and restrooms.

Marina* – A salt water marina is located on the east side of the island with picnic shelter and restrooms. 

Golf* – Beautifully maintained par three, 9 hole course.  Paved cart paths.  Club and cart rentals available.

Geocashing - Go on line, download coordinates to your GPS or  written clues, and explore the island, looking for treasures.  There are several geocashes on the island, just waiting to be discovered.

Bicycling – Country roads, quiet neighborhoods, little traffic.  Many areas have hills, but there are some flatter areas as well.

Shopping – The Island General Store provides an excellent range of food products, fishing gear, and hardware, as well as a deli and souvenir clothing.  The historic Johnson Farm has original buildings, community gardens, a gift shop and museum, open only on weekends April through mid-December.

Events – Come join us for some real traditional local ambiance.  We are just “real folk” who enjoy having fun.  Some of the annual events include:  

• Fire Department Pancake Breakfast (Memorial Day Weekend)
• Farm Days (Memorial Day Weekend)
• Salmon Bake (July 4th Weekend)   
• Community Fair (Labor Day Weekend)
• Blue Grass Concert (TBA)

Restaurants – The Riviera Lakeshore Restaurant is a full service facility, open daily from Memorial Day through Labor Day.  Winter days and hours are limited.  Check for availability.  There is a deli at the Island General Store and a few breakfast items, snacks, and of course espresso drinks available at the Nisqually Coffee Café.

R&R – Catch up on your reading, take a nap, enjoy the sounds of nature and the quiet peacefulness that will surround you.  Watch for deer, raccoons, squirrels, pilliated woodpeckers, eagles and other birds. At night go outside and look up at the millions of stars overhead.  The island is truly a retreat from the pressures and hectic lifestyle of the city.

*The Riviera Community provides some of the amenities listed for members and guests only.  As a guest of Sweet Woodruff B&B you are permitted to utilize facilities.  Any usage fees (i.e. boat launch) are the resposibility of the guest.