In terms of "hard to get to" the outer coast of Yakobi Island is up there. Nearest road is way far, don't even think about it. The state ferry goes to the little town of Pelican. But then what? Rent a boat or kayak. Most kayakers and boaters opt for the calm and safer inside passage, so they never see the outer coast of Yakobi. "Too exposed". True enough, all the marine cruiser guidebooks are liberally sprinkled with 'dragons be-there' warnings including the lack of safe harbors and the need for 'local knowledge'. The existing harbors are exposed or the entrances are cluttered with poorly charted rocks. All of which is great as far as I'm concerned. It is a stunning coast and nearly empty of people. Designated wilderness next to breathtaking seascapes of exposed bedrock
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