Fort Ward, Military fort in Bainbridge Island, United States.
Fort Ward spans across 137 acres of land, featuring 4,300 feet of saltwater shoreline along Rich Passage with multiple recreational facilities and hiking trails.
The fort was commissioned in 1903 to protect Bremerton Naval Shipyard and later functioned as a Navy radio station during World War II.
The park maintains historical markers and remnants of military installations, preserving the naval defense heritage of the Pacific Northwest region.
Visitors can access the park through Fort Ward Hill Road NE, with operating hours from 8 AM to dusk and facilities including boat launches and picnic tables.
The park contains an underwater area designated for scuba diving and includes a water trail campsite exclusively for visitors arriving by human-powered watercraft.
Location: Bainbridge Island
GPS coordinates: 47.58111,-122.52833
Latest update: March 3, 2025 03:41
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