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The 6 Best Nature & Parks in Port Townsend, Washington (WA)
Surrounded on almost all sides by water, Port Townsend offers many places to launch your vessel of choice, from rowing scull to yacht. Frequent races, regattas and the annual Wooden Boat Festival testify to the relationship between land and sea. For the land lubbers, there are also numerous parks surrounding the city, including Fort Worden and Old Fort Townsend State Parks and, further away, Olympic National Forest. An artists' haven, the town is home to many galleries and a vibrant Art Walk.
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1. Fort Worden State Park
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4.5 based on 1,024 reviews
Stroll along beautiful beaches and explore rows of Victorian-style houses: this park has something for everyone.
Reviewed By 007pandas - Packwood, United States
This is a great location for walking and learning about the history of the area. The significant historical implications of the former military base coupled with its transformation to become an excellent destination for a picnic, meal, walking, wedding photography, and romantic moments to reflect.
2. Chetzemoka Park
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4.5 based on 266 reviews
This popular waterfront park was established over a century ago.
Reviewed By PTArtist - Port Townsend, United States
More than a neighborhood park, Chetzemoka is one many special Port Townsend places. Ramble in the park, swing on the swings or in the "porch swing" while enjoying the view of the Straits of San Juan de Fuca. At low tide walk on down to enjoy the beach below the park.
3. Port Townsend Marine Science Center
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4.5 based on 139 reviews
Inspiring conservation of the Salish Sea. Founded in 1982, the Port Townsend Marine Science Center is a non-profit educational organization whose mission is to inspire conservation of the Salish Sea. We provide place-based, people powered, hands-on learning for all ages including youth camps, exhibits of marine flora and fauna, educational and historical displays, citizen science programs and community-based lecture series. Located at Fort Worden State Park in Port Townsend, Wash., we offer two public exhibits: the Museum and the Aquarium.
Reviewed By Oaroche
Wonderful selection of local marine species in the aquarium and interesting historical exhibit in the Natural History building.
4. Fort Townsend State Park
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4.5 based on 73 reviews
Reviewed By gdeakins - Des Moines, United States
Thoroughly enjoyed our short camping trip at Fort Townsend. Easy walking access to the water (although I would not want to carry a kayak up or down the hill) with rocky beach to explore at low tide. Lots of well marked , manicured trails throughout. Although many of the fort’s original building are long gone, there are information plaques identifying their locations. Campsites at the tent campground are well groomed and offer more privacy than most. The limited number of campsites (27?) keep the traffic and noise level low. As noted in other reviews, RV sites are closer together and offer less privacy. The park staff was courteous and helpful. The map handout was very useful and pretty accurate. On our list of favorite spots for shorter camping outings.
5. Larry Scott Memorial Trail
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4.5 based on 42 reviews
Reviewed By PTArtist - Port Townsend, United States
This trail starts in town at the local BoatYard, so enjoy the bustle and the boats in moorage, then continue along the water past the Paper Mill into the trees. The trail is fine for walking and bicycles, with plenty of room to avoid collisions, and is well maintained.
6. Pope Marine Park
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