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Explore and engage with Kitsap’s amazing collection of parks, coves, beaches, and trails.

‘Explore’ is for the adventure seekers, the thrill seekers, and the memory makers! We don’t just strive to live in Kitsap, our goal is to THRIVE and explore Kitsap to the fullest. We want off the beaten path, to fill our days wandering among the trees with wonder, joy + probably a little dirt or sand in our shoes. On the Kitsap Peninsula, we live an authentic PNW life that Instagram influencers dream of… and we don’t take it for granted.

Here, tomorrow is always another adventure!

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fay bainbridge park

A wind-swept stretch of beach strewn with a ba-zillion pieces of driftwood - Fay Bainbridge Park is a local favorite for picnics, beach combing and taking in the huge views of the Puget Sound.

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Tacoma Narrows Park

A favorite haunt of beachcombers, lunch-breakers, families, photographers, and picnickers, Tacoma Narrows Park is a gorgeous public park mere minutes from the Gig Harbor waterfront & Port Orchard that offers some of the most spectacular and unique views on the Peninsula.

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Illahee State Park

75 acres of perfect park and 1785 feet of saltwater shoreline, Illahee (ill-uh-hee!) State Park is a local favorite for diving, beach combing, hiking, boating and waterfront adventures.

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Guillemot Cove

*Guillemot Cove holds a special place in our hearts. This little known but much-beloved park is one part pine forest, one part wetland and one part hidden beach (hence, cove). 184 acres of adventure.*
Tucked into the folds of the Seabeck shoreline, the nature reserve takes some driving to get to, but trust us, it’s worth every moment.

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11 Tiny Parks in Kitsap

A favorite place for kids to romp in the splash pools in the summer, this two acre park is nestled next to the ferry terminal. Big fountains, resembling the tops of submarines, geyser water upwards in seemingly random dramatic bursts.

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Viking Fest 2024 - How to Make the Most out of Poulsbo’s Legendary Nordic Waterfront Celebration May 17-19

Your guide to Poulsbo’s Viking Fest 2024 - where to park, play, eat and stay during one of Kitsap’s favorite annual events.

20 pet friendly places in Kitsap to explore with your dog this Spring & Summer

The Kitsap Peninsula is a very pet friendly place to travel, adventure and explore. Here’s our list of 20 dog friendly trails and off-leash parks to have fun with your pup!

12 Gardens, Nurseries and Greenhouses on the Kitsap Peninsula to see spring blooms.

Spring blooms are blossoming across Kitsap and there are many wonderful gardens, greenhouses and nurseries to visit to experience the very best of Spring!

Bainbridge Island, Rain or Shine

Things to do on Bainbridge Island in any weather - rain or shine! Let’s explore indoor activities for day when you want to avoid the rain and outdoor adventures when you want to be outside!

Kingston, Rain or Shine

Sometimes it seems like Kitsap experiences all 4 seasons on the same day. Especially in Spring, the Kitsap Peninsula can go from sunshine to drizzle to a double rainbow and back to blue skies all in the same day.

EXPLORE: Clear Creek Trails | Silverdale

Explore 8 miles of trails winding through Central Kitsap’s retail area of Silverdale. The Clear Creek Trail is a local favorite for a good reason!

EXPLORE: 5 Family Friendly Pumpkin Patch Adventures in Kitsap

October on the Kitsap Peninsula - the days grow shorter, darker, and as we approach Halloween, the family festivities and fun go into full swing. Port Orchard, Bremerton, Poulsbo, and beyond host a variety of Halloween events for kids and families.

EXPLORE: State Park Round Up

We love exploring our state parks, no matter the season…but summer is a truly special time to get outside and appreciate all that the Kitsap Peninsula has to offer.

EXPLORE: The Kitsap Peninsula Farmer's Markets Guide 2024

Spring on the Kitsap Peninsula means the start of FARMER'S MARKET SEASON and we couldn't be happier! Each Farmer’s Market around the Kitsap Peninsula has its own notable flair, no two are alike. That’s why we’ve created this handy round-up so you can plan to experience them all!

VISIT: 3 Outdoor Spots Locals Love in Bremerton

Explore the Bremerton summer spots that the locals love most!

EXPLORE: Point No Point | Hansville

A historic lighthouse and a perfect beach await you at the northern tip of Kitsap County. Point No Point in Hansville is well worth the journey - walk among the driftwood as the wind whips the wavelets.

EXPLORE: Fay Park | Bainbridge Island

A wind-swept stretch of beach strewn with a ba-zillion pieces of driftwood - Fay Bainbridge Park on the Kitsap Peninsula, is a local Bainbridge Island favorite for picnics, beachcombing, and taking in the huge views of the Puget Sound.

LOVE: Kitsap Peninsula Lakes We LOVE to Paddle, Canoe and Kayak on!

Every day the sun sinks behind the Olympic Mountains, painting all of Kitsap in a shifting palette of pinks and oranges and purples.

EXPLORE: Manchester State Park | Port Orchard

This historic state park sits on the eastern shores of Port Orchard and offers camping, beach exploration, event facilities, and hours of fun. Watch Seattle/Bremerton ferries chug past as juvenile bald eagles roost overhead among the thick pine boughs.

EXPLORE: Illahee State Park | Bremerton

75 acres of perfect park and 1785 feet of saltwater shoreline, Illahee (ill-uh-hee!) State Park is a local favorite for diving, beach combing, hiking, boating and waterfront adventures.

EXPLORE: Tacoma Narrows Park | Gig Harbor

A favorite haunt of beachcombers, lunch-breakers, families, photographers, and picnickers, Tacoma Narrows Park is a gorgeous public park offering some of the most spectacular and unique views on the Peninsula.