Headed for cabin fever? We’ve got the cure! Family time on the Kitsap Peninsula is the perfect way to head off winter break laments of, “We’re bored!” In fact, there’s so much to do, you’ll want to stay a couple of days. Here’s a suggested itinerary: Spend a day in Bremerton – Weather permitting, explore [...]
Nothing lifts the spirits more on an inky black winter’s night, than light. Pure. Brilliant. Shimmering like the stars. And this month, the Kitsap Peninsula has two special displays that radiate the joy of the season. At the Port of Kingston, employees and a group of volunteers began planning the array in March. It took about [...]
One of the greatest spectacles in the natural world is about to take place on the Kitsap Peninsula and you can witness it firsthand during Kitsap Salmon Tours November 3, 2018 - 10 am - 2 pm Each fall, salmon return to the streams where they were born, ending a multi-year migration to the sea [...]
There’s no better time to visit Port Gamble than fall, when the chill air crowns the maples and elms in vivid reds, oranges and golds, highlighting the New England heritage of this quintessential Pacific Northwest destination. And for those seeking chills up their spines, Port Gamble also has a spooky side. Visitors who dare can [...]
It’s time to party in the woods, help save 3,000 acres of forest and ride, ride, ride at Biketoberfest Mountain Bike Festival in Port Gamble Friday and Saturday, Sept. 23 and 24. This is the fourth year for the family-friendly event, which attracted more than 500 people in 2015 and is open to all skill [...]
You can tell a lot about a place from its public art. On the Kitsap Peninsula, our murals and sculptures tell a story of place, culture, and history, with a little whimsy thrown in for fun. Bremerton celebrates its ties to the U.S. Navy. Poulsbo loves Vikings. The Suquamish and Port Gamble S’Klallam tribes showcase [...]
Like the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow, there’s a reward waiting for visitors who cross the newly rebuilt bridge from downtown Bremerton to the charming community of Manette – gorgeous views and an ever-growing array of inviting shops and restaurants. At the end of the bridge is Whitey Domstad Park, which [...]
There’s no better place to hang out on a gorgeous day than a Kitsap Peninsula beach. And with more than 370 miles of shoreline, we’ve got a lot of beaches to choose from. So whether you want to visit a lighthouse or a nature preserve, go camping or play at a city park, we’ve got [...]
You can’t beat the view from Manchester, a tiny Kitsap Peninsula village located on the western shore of Puget Sound across from Seattle. A popular destination for families, campers, cyclists and boaters, the community has an inviting waterfront picnic area, public beach access and two floating docks for short-term moorage. There’s also a popular local [...]
If you love music, come to the Kitsap Peninsula this summer. Nearly every city and town hosts free waterfront concerts in irresistible settings. Bring the kids, pack a picnic and get ready to rock ‘cause we’ve got your summer jam. Bainbridge Island – The park district hosts Sounds of Summer concerts at Battle Point Park at [...]
