Fort Worden State Park

Fort Worden State Park is a coastal area spanning 433 acres that features former military fortifications, artillery positions, sandy beaches, and high bluffs overlooking Admiralty Inlet. The property displays the remains of a military base with well-preserved buildings set against the water's edge.

The United States Army built this fort between 1898 and 1920 as part of a regional defense system against potential naval attacks on Puget Sound. It became an important military asset during the early 20th century.

The site now hosts art exhibitions, music performances, and educational workshops in its restored period buildings throughout the year. These events bring together visitors who come to experience how the old military structures serve creative and learning purposes today.

The park offers two camping options: a beach campground with full hookups and an upper forest area with partial hookups available. Both require a Discover Pass to use, which you can obtain before arriving or at the entrance.

A lighthouse named Point Wilson stands within the park boundaries, serving as a landmark for vessels in the bay. This location was part of a three-fort defense system with two other fortifications that worked together to monitor the region.

Location: Port Townsend

Website: http://parks.state.wa.us/511/Fort-Worden

GPS coordinates: 48.13975,-122.76586

Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:01