Trip
Day Hike - Bainbridge Island Beaches & Interior
Navigation refresher and evaluation of connector route Fort Ward to Port Blakely Harbor with optional additional mileage in other parks on Bainbridge Island. Preference on sign-ups to current hike leaders and mentored hike leaders.
Contacts
- Sat, Nov 22, 2025
- Kitsap Hiking & Backpacking Committee
- Day Hiking
- Adults
- Easy, Easy
- Easy
- Mileage: 3.5 mi
- Elevation Gain: 350 ft
- Pace: 2.0
- 5 (9 capacity)
- FULL (3 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
This will be a flexibly paced hike so that there is time to evaluate the route for potential inclusion on the Bainbridge Island listed hike options. We'll also be on the lookout for wildlife and interesting plants. After completing this hike, depending on the group, there will be options for other shorter routes to tag on additional mileage.
Please be prepared for all weather and depending on your comfort level, feel free to bring trekking poles. And if you plan on being out past the listed trip, please consider bringing your lunch or snacks.
Meet at 9:00 AM at Fort Ward trailhead. No passes required for parking.
Here are the links for 1) WTA's route write-up & directions and 2) Bainbridge Parks & Rec Website with maps.
Fort Ward to Blakely Harbor — Washington Trails Association
Printable Maps | Bainbridge Island Metro Park & Recreation District
Required Equipment
- Navigation
- Headlamp
- Sun protection
- First aid
- Knife
- Fire
- Shelter
- Extra food
- Extra water
- Extra clothes