Discover 10 parks for beachcombing within driving distance of Port Townsend
"Port Townsend is the closest gateway city, known for its Victorian downtown, marinas, and ferry access. Visitors often pair the park with dining, shopping, and waterfront sightseeing."
A historic coastal park in Port Townsend with beaches, trails, museums, and dramatic Strait of Juan de Fuca views.
"Port Townsend is the closest hub and a popular base for exploring the park’s shoreline, history, and nearby Victorian downtown. Visitors often pair a park stop with dining, shopping, and waterfront sightseeing."
A peaceful shoreline park preserving the site of a former U.S. Army fort near Port Townsend.
"Port Townsend is the closest hub and the most convenient base for a visit. Travelers come for the park’s shoreline access, then pair it with the town’s historic waterfront, shops, and restaurants."
A scenic saltwater shoreline park with tidal flats, beachcombing, birdwatching, and views across Port Townsend Bay.
"Port Townsend is the closest major town and a common base for ferry travelers and weekend visitors. Its historic downtown, restaurants, and waterfront make it a natural stop before or after the park."
A historic coastal fort park with beaches, military ruins, and panoramic water views.
"Port Townsend is the closest major town and a common base for ferry access, dining, and lodging. Visitors often pair a trip to Kinney Point with waterfront sightseeing and historic downtown stops."
A quiet marine park on Marrowstone Island with shoreline access, tidepools, and scenic views.
"Port Townsend visitors often come for a quiet day trip, combining the park with the town's historic waterfront, shops, and restaurants."
A quiet marine park on Marrowstone Island with shoreline access, picnic areas, and scenic views.
"Port Townsend residents and visitors may use the park as a quieter alternative to busier coastal destinations. The park appeals to those looking for a low-key saltwater stop with mountain scenery."
A quiet Hood Canal marine park with beach access, boating, and scenic Olympic Mountain views.
"Port Townsend residents and visitors use the park for boating, picnicking, and a relaxed marine setting close to the Strait of Juan de Fuca. The park is a popular day trip from the historic waterfront city."
A scenic marine park on Sequim Bay with camping, shoreline access, and outdoor recreation.
"Port Townsend visitors may stop for a coastal picnic or to explore another side of the Olympic Peninsula’s shoreline recreation."
A small Hood Canal marine park with shoreline access, picnic areas, and mountain views.
"Port Townsend visitors often combine a scenic drive with shoreline recreation. The park appeals to those looking for camping, wildlife viewing, and Hood Canal views."
A Hood Canal park known for beach access, camping, and riverfront scenery.