Eastsound Live Cam

Eastsound is a charming village located on Orcas Island, which is one of the San Juan Islands in the northwestern part of Washington state, USA. The history of Eastsound and Orcas Island is rich and dates back to before European settlement.

Indigenous Peoples: Before European settlers arrived, the area was inhabited by Indigenous peoples, primarily the Coast Salish tribes, including the Lummi, Samish, and Swinomish. These tribes relied on the bountiful marine resources of the region for their sustenance.

European Settlement: The first European explorers and settlers arrived in the late 18th century. Spanish explorers, including Francisco de Eliza and Juan Carrasco, explored the region's waters in the 1790s. The islands were later claimed by the United States as part of the Oregon Territory through the Oregon Treaty of 1846.