Parks on Bainbridge Island

March 20, 2015

Happy First Day of Spring

Go Play Outside The cherry blossom are in full bloom and it is not raining. That makes for a great first day of spring in the Pacific Northwest.  Since I love maps, I thought I’d share some of my favorite outdoor resources for the island. The Bainbridge Island Parks District […]
October 21, 2010
Play structure with covered picnic area.

New Play Structure at Eagledale Park

I was out looking at a house for a client, when I noticed the bright and shiny new play structure out at Eagledale Park. The guys with the Parks and Recreation Department said it should be open and ready for use this weekend (10/22/10). What a great addition to this […]
October 2, 2010
Strawberry Hill Park Bainbridge Island

Strawberry Hill Park

I have spent a lot of time at this park – mainly because there’s always a lot going on here. The park includes three softball/football fields, concession and restrooms, Strawberry Hill Center, Mini-Gym, a picnic shelter, tennis court, sand volleyball court, a brand new volunteer-built playground, and a skatepark which […]
October 2, 2010
Point White Pier on Bainbridge Island

Point White Pier

Point White Pier was used as steamer dock site – the Mosquito Fleet – (1910-1930s, and 1950s-1972) and as a ferry dock (1942-1950) ; this .3-acre park is now an ideal spot for fishing, crabbing, and scuba diving.  There are scenic views (Port Orchard), and wildlife watching opportunities.  There is a […]
October 1, 2010
Fay Bainbridge State Park on Bainbridge Island.

Fay Bainbridge Park

This is our one campground on Bainbridge and actually it is a great one.  Fay Bainbridge has a lot to offer.  Stunning views of Seattle and the Cascades, a play ground, amazing driftwood, covered eating areas, adirondack chairs – I love it. Fay Bainbridge Park is a 17-acre marine camping […]
October 1, 2010
Battle Point Park on Bainbridge Island

Battle Point Park

Battle Point Park is one of the most wonderful parks on Bainbridge Island. The park totals 90.3 acres, is a former naval radio station, and is largely open space with two ponds, 1.5 mile jogging trail, fitness course, two newly turfed soccer fields, three softball fields, horse area, a covered picnic […]
October 1, 2010
Fort Ward State Park on Bainbridge Island. Great hiking, biking and picnic areas.

Fort Ward Park

Fort Ward Park is on the south end of Bainbridge.  It is adjacent to the Lynwood Center and offers amazing views of Rich Passage.  The marine traffic with the ferry, submarines and coast guard vessels is impressive.  I love to run the stretch from the parking lot at Fort Ward […]