CITY OF BAINBRIDGE ISLAND GRANT NO. G0300049
SHORELINE ACCESS GUIDEBOOK
SHORELINE MANAGEMENT MASTER PROGRAM UPDATE PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT AND EDUCATION PROGRAM DECEMBER 2003 REVISED JULY 2004
This Guidebook was funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The views expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of NOAA or any of its subagencies.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction Recommended Uses Road End Rules Resources & Contact Information Acknowledgements
How to use this book Sample Page Key to Symbols
Index of Recommended Uses and Amenities
Bainbridge Island Shoreline Access Maps
Section 1: PARKS These areas are public, generally known about, and open to all.
Section 2: ROAD-ENDS Many of these sites are not generally known about, are open to all, but are best for neighborhood access.
Section 3: SHORE-VIEW ROADS Scenic shoreline roadways with and without pull-off areas.
Section 4: OTHER ACCESS Land Trust property, conservation easements, open space taxation program properties, access by permission only.
Bainbridge Island Shoreline Access Guidebook December 2003
INTRODUCTION
Bainbridge Island is a community of about 20,000 residents as of 2002, and has approximately 53 miles of shoreline defining its boundary. Given that the vast majority of the Island’s shoreline is privately owned, access to the shoreline by the public is very important and Bainbridge Island is fortunate to have parks, road-ends and other types of sites that provide public access to our shore. Experiencing the shoreline reinforces our identity as an island community, and provides a glimpse of the ecological and geological processes that make this place unique. Shoreline access is also an essential means of recreation on Bainbridge, allowing passive and active endeavors such as kayaking, walking, picnicking, and wildlife watching.
Like streams and wetlands, shorelines are fragile and dynamic. The interface between the marine environment and the upland environment is sensitive, naturally changes with the seasons, and is home to a great diversity of creatures, so it is important to tread lightly. Accessing the shoreline for recreation, relaxation, and education also must not compromise the privacy, safety, and quality of life for adjacent residents.
The sites described in this guidebook are diverse in size, surroundings, ownership, and historic use; therefore, the recommended uses depend on the individual site. There are four sections in this book that help to categorize the different types of access: parks, road-ends, shore-view roads, and other access. Parks are typically owned and managed by the Bainbridge Island Parks and Recreation District or Washington State Parks. Road-Ends are typically narrow rights-of-way that are owned and managed by the City of Bainbridge Island while in some cases road-ends are easements across private property that provide public access. These narrow rights-of-way and easements extend across the tidelands down to the water - users should be aware and respect that most tidelands on either side of these sites are privately owned. Since road-ends are small, narrow sites surrounded by private residential properties, users should conduct their activities respectful of the constraints inherent to that setting (rules and recommended uses are discussed further below). The City works to maintain access, safety, and signage at road-ends, but oftentimes neighborhood groups, Boy Scouts, or other community members provide significant improvement and maintenance to these sites. Bainbridge Island’s shorelines can also be enjoyed from the many Shore-view roads. These are paved public roadways that offer scenic shoreline views and opportunities for driving, walking, biking, and wildlife viewing. The fourth section, Other Access, lists private parcels that allow public access and typically are parcels with land trust easements or open space taxation status (these parcels get tax breaks for preserving open space). Visits to most of these sites must be prearranged.
Look for the blue Public Shore Access signs, and enjoy with care!
Notes to Boaters Kayaking is a popular activity in the waters surrounding Bainbridge, and many of the sites in this guidebook offer excellent landing/launching areas for human-powered craft. Many of the harbors of Bainbridge Island are excellent for mooring deep-keeled boats. Washington State Parks offer buoys at Fay Bainbridge and Fort Ward. The City of Bainbridge Island has guest moorage and day-use at the city dock in Eagle Harbor. Many of the Island’s other harbors provide good anchorage and
Bainbridge Island Shoreline Access Guidebook July 2004 nearby road-ends provide a place to pull a dingy ashore. See the Index for a listing of places for deep-keeled boats to moor or anchor, and the corresponding road-ends that offer shore access. Power and sail boaters should be aware that there are no fuel docks on the Island. There is a public pump-out station and a day-use dock available at the Waterfront Park in Eagle Harbor.
RECOMMENDED USES
The sites included in this guidebook is appropriate for various types of use because of size, community setting, or legal agreement. Each site is categorized as one of the following three types of uses. Additional site-specific information is provided in the guidebook for each site.
Neighborhood Use: These sites are typically small narrow road-ends tucked into residential neighborhoods and do not accommodate large groups or high-intensity use. Parking is often limited or non-existent at these sites. While anyone is welcome to enjoy all of the sites listed in this book, the designation of Neighborhood Use is meant to encourage smaller groups and minimal disruption to the site and the neighbors.
Island-Wide Use: This designation is used for most Bainbridge Island Parks and all Washington State Parks. The parking accommodations and maintenance plans at these sites are designed for broad public use, and a higher volume of visitors.
Access with Permission Only: These sites provide public access on a limited, permission-only basis and some sites may allow access for only certain types of activities (e.g. education groups). The Bainbridge Island Land Trust owns or holds conservation easements on some of these parcels while others are enrolled in the open space taxation program managed by the Kitsap County Assessor’s Office. Please contact property owners 24 hours in advance of your planned visit.
ROAD-END RULES
The City of Bainbridge Island has established general rules that apply to all of the Island’s Road- Ends. Please respect these rules as they are designed for safety, cleanliness, and to respect the neighborhoods surrounding these sites. Wildlife, plants, buildings, signs, tables, and other structures are protected; removal or damage of any kind is prohibited.
• Hours: dawn to dusk • No fires • Remove trash and clean up pet waste • Animals must be kept on leash • No camping • No overnight parking
Bainbridge Island Shoreline Access Guidebook July 2004 RESOURCES & CONTACT INFORMATION
Phone Website City of Bainbridge Island 206-842-2552 www.ci.bainbridge-isl.wa.us Bainbridge Island Parks and Recreation District 206-842-2306 www.biparks.org Bainbridge Island Land Trust 206-842-1216 www.bi-landtrust.org Kitsap County Assessor’s Office 206- 842-2061 www.kitsapgov.com/assr/default.htm Washington State Parks 360-902-8844 www.parks.wa.gov Washington Water Trails Association 206-545-9161 www.wwta.org Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife 360-902-2200 www.wa.gov/wdfw Washington Department of Health (Shellfish Hotline) 1-800-562-5632 http://ww4.doh.wa.gov/gis/biotoxin.htm
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
This guidebook was produced as part of a public education and outreach project sponsored by the City of Bainbridge Island, and funded by a Coastal Zoning Management Grant from the Washington State Department of Ecology. Photos and text for this guidebook were created by Karen Bech and edited by Peter Namtvedt Best. Maps were created by Peter Namtvedt Best. Several other individuals and groups contributed information, resources and experience:
• City of Bainbridge Island Road-Ends Notebook • Bainbridge Island Parks & Recreation District • Bainbridge Island Land Trust • Bainbridge Island Historical Society • Kitsap County Assessor’s Office • Washington State Parks • Boy Scouts • Mosquito Fleet Society • Washington Water Trails Association
Bainbridge Island Shoreline Access Guidebook July 2004 Recommendation for access. Some sites best accommodate neighborhood use, where others have SAMPLE PAGE: amenities to accommodate heavier, Island-wide use. Some are only accessible with permission. See Organization and type of Recommended Uses section in Introduction. information provided.
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Bainbridge Island Shoreline Access Guidebook July 2004 KEY TO SYMBOLS
View: Viewing opportunities exist on all sites.
Wildlife watching: This symbol indicates potential for observing marine animals, birds and wildlife. For many parts of the Island, the best wildlife watching is by canoe or kayak
Walking: Most public shore accesses are bordered by private lands, Shoreview roads are excellent places to take a scenic walk.
Cycling: Shoreview roads make good scenic cycling routes as well. Refer to maps to link these roads.
Kayak landing and launching site: Some sites are appropriate for landing a kayak or other small watercraft on the beach, but perhaps due to a high bank or lack of parking, they do not offer a good place for launching. This symbol indicates only those sites that
are recommended as landing AND launching sites. Public moorage is available: Either a publicly owned mooring buoy or buoy line is located in the harbor. A note describing the best place to take a dingy ashore usually accompanies this symbol. Fees may be required.
Boat launch: Launching ramp is available for public use. Be aware of extreme low tides and trailer parking availability. Fees may be required. Picnic tables: This symbol indicates that public picnic tables are available. There are many other sites that offer excellent opportunities for picnicking, but may not provide tables.
Overnight camping: Some sites may be reserved only for water trail camping. Refer to Washington State Parks for rules and fees.
Potable tap water: The site offers a spigot with safe drinking water.
Public pay phone: Phone booth(s) are available.
Public Restroom: If restroom is handicap accessible, a note will follow this symbol.
Parking or pullout: This symbol is followed by a description of how much space is available. Some sites have very limited, or no parking. Respect private property and driveways; never park on blind corners or inside the white line.
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S USES &AMENITIES: Scenic views (Blakely Harbor), wildlife watching, kayaking, dingy landing, picnicking.
SITE DESCRIPTION: 21-acre park at the head of Blakely Harbor. A constructed jetty from the north and south sides of the harbor separates the main outer harbor, from the inner “log-pond”. The outer harbor beach is gravelly and steep in places. In the western, inner portion of the harbor, the beach is muddy and should not be disturbed. Principle access to the park is from 3-T road. See the interpretive sign near the eastern entrance. The park contains many wetlands, please do not disturb these sensitive features. BACKGROUND/ HISTORICAL INFORMATION/ FUTURE OUTLOOK: Acquired by Bainbridge Island Parks and Recreation through an option from Bainbridge Island Land Trust, State grants, and donations from over 300 citizens. In the 1880s, Port Blakely was the site of one of the world’s largest sawmills, as well as the original Halls Brothers shipyard. The mill burned in 1907, and later rebuilt to only burn down again in the 1920’s. The harbor was once the most industrial in Puget Sound and now it has reverted over time to one of the least developed harbors in Central Puget Sound. The park is intended to be developed as a passive recreation area.
MAP & DIRECTIONS: 47°35.85’ N 122°31.08’ W
Refer to South Bainbridge Area map. 20 cars
From Lynwood Center, head south on Lynwood Center Road and stay left at the ’Y’ as it becomes Oddfellows Road. Turn right on Blakely Avenue. Gravel parking area is on right just before 5-way intersection of 3-T, Blakely Hill, Halls Hill, and Seaborn Roads.
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S USES & AMENITIES: Scenics view (Port Orchard, Keyport Naval Base), wildlife watching, walking/hiking (approximately ½ mile). ADA restrooms, picnic tables, potable water, and pay phone are available at adjacent Battle Point Park.
(ADA) SITE DESCRIPTION: Heavily wooded ravine with trail following stream down to the beach. Gradually sloping, sandy/ muddy beach, especially near trail. Somewhat protected cove, with alot of overhanging vegetation. Please respect the stream and stream mouth area by minimizing erosion.
BACKGROUND/ HISTORICAL INFORMATION: Historic site of Steamer Dock ‘Venice’ (1908- 1933). Improved by scouts and neighborhood residents. Managed by the Bainbridge Island Park and Recreation District.
MAP & DIRECTIONS: 47°40.26’ N 122°34.71’ W
Refer to Central Bainbridge Area map.
(15 cars in From Island Center, follow Miller Road Battle Point north. Turn left onto Arrow Point Road. Park north Follow Arrow Point past Battle Point Park. entrance) Turn left onto Frey Street. Fairy Dell Park trail entrance is on the right side of the road. Park vehicles in Battle Point Park North Entrance parking lot, on the left- hand side of the street.
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S USES & AMENITIES: For more information see www.parks.wa.gov . Scenic views (shipping lanes, Cascade Mountains, Mt. Rainier, Mt. Baker), wildlife watching, kayaking, mooring buoys (3), camping, walking.
(Campground closed 9/30-4/10)
SITE DESCRIPTION: Sand/gravel beach with driftwood, moderately steep to sandflat at low tide. Park entrance is in the trees, leading down a steep hill. Parking area is near the beach. Park is 17-acres with 1,420 feet of waterfront. Sandy volleyball courts, big toy, camp sites with potable water taps, and mooring buoy provide plenty of recreational opportunities. Also, 2 kitchen shelters with electricity are available, as well as 11 sheltered and 80 unsheltered BACKGROUND/ picnic tables. One shelter is HISTORICAL available by reservation. INFORMATION: Phone the park at (206) 842- 3931. Park hours are 8am to Old boat launch no dusk year-round for day-use. longer functional. Camping is closed from the end of September to mid- April.
MAP & DIRECTIONS: 47°42.24’N 122°30.54’W
Refer to North Bainbridge Area map.
50+ cars & From Hwy 305, head east at on RV access Day Rd and proceed to T- intersection. Turn left onto Sunrise Drive, and continue approximately 2-miles to park entrance on the right side.
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S USES & AMENITIES: For more information see www.parks.wa.gov. Scenic views (Olympic Mountains, Orchard Rocks, Blake Island, ferry route, Rich Passage), wildlife watching, boat launching, mooring buoys (2), kayaking, picnicking, walking, biking. The park has one water trails campsite available only to those arriving by human-powered watercraft.
(ADA) (2 buoys) (16 unsheltered picnic tables) (camping limited see above)
SITE DESCRIPTION: Fort Ward State Park is 137-acres with 4,300 feet of shoreline. The smooth gravel/cobble beach along Rich Passage is gradually sloped and easily accessed via the boat ramp or picnic sites. The proximity of a large fish pen operation to Orchard Rocks attracts seals and sea lions. The park includes about ¾ mile of flat, paved road closed to vehicles, several trails, and many shore side picnic areas. The boat ramp is heavily used in the summer months. Park is open 8am to dusk year-round, except upper day-use area is closed mid-October to mid-April. Visitors can extend their shore-view walks and bicycle rides south beyond the park along South Beach Drive.
BACKGROUND/ HISTORICAL INFORMATION: In 1903, Fort Ward was commissioned as a seacoast fort with the primary objective of protecting the Bremerton Naval Shipyard. Two gun batteries are located in the park. During World War II, the navy used the fort as a radio station and training school for communication personnel and installed a submarine net across Rich Passage. In 1958, the navy decommissioned the fort, and Washington State Parks purchased Fort Ward in 1960.
MAP & DIRECTIONS: 47°35.39’N 122°31.86’W
Refer to South Bainbridge Area Map.
From Lynwood Center, continue south 20+ cars along Pleasant Beach Drive. Veer right at “Y” intersection with Oddfellows Rd. to stay on Pleasant Beach Drive and continue to Fort Ward State Park boat launch. To get to upper park entrance, veer left at “Y” intersection and follow Oddfellows Rd. to Blakely Ave. Turn right on Blakely Ave. Turn right on Country Club Rd. Turn right on Fort Ward Hill Rd. Park entrance is on right.
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S USES & AMENITIES: Scenic views (Port Orchard), wildlife watching, kayaking, diving (underwater habitat), swim at your own risk (currents can be fairly fast at this site).
SITE DESCRIPTION: Located on Port Orchard, the beach is cobble, and gently sloping. This is a popular site for youth and families. Combine site with walk or bike along Crystal Springs and Point White Drives. Public pier, interpretive panel, bench and garbage on site.
BACKGROUND/ HISTORICAL INFORMATION: Council approval as public access on 12/18/97. Kitsap County turned over dock and tidelands to Bainbridge Island Park District. Washington Department of Transportation owns parking lot. Historic Steamer Dock site (1910-1930s, and 1950s-1972). Ferry Dock (1942-1950). Native place name: Nibbeville.
MAP & DIRECTIONS: 47°35.98 N 122°34.60 W
Refer to South Bainbridge Area map. (15 cars with From Lynwood Center, head east on turnaround area) Point White Drive. Drive 2 miles along the water to Point White Dock. Gravel parking lot and turnaround on right.
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S USES & AMENITIES: Scenic view (Seattle, shipping lanes, Blakely Rock, Mount Baker), wildlife watching, diving, kayaking.
SITE DESCRIPTION: This gravel/cobble, moderately sloping beach is quite exposed. The bank is about 3-5 feet high, with some driftwood and distinctive rock formations. Rocky tidelands are incredibly rich with marine life and therefore, visitors at low tide should be especially careful where they step. Site is a popular scuba dive site due to rocky reefs offshore.
BACKGROUND/ HISTORICAL INFORMATION: Property purchased as open space by City of Bainbridge Island in August 2001.
MAP & DIRECTIONS: 47°35.95’N 122°29.89’W
Refer to South Bainbridge Area map.
From Lynwood Center, head south on Lynwood Center Road and stay left at the ’Y’ as it becomes Oddfellows Road. 3-7 cars Turn right on Blakely Avenue. At five- way intersection, head straight up Halls Hill Road, which will become Rockaway Beach Drive at 90 degree turn. Rockaway Beach Park is on the right.
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S USES & AMENITIES: Scenic views (Port Madison Bay), wildlife watching, currently no beach access. Trash can at site.
SITE DESCRIPTION: Open grassy area just east of the Seattle Yacht Club, with a few trees providing some shade.
BACKGROUND/ HISTORICAL INFORMATION/ FUTURE OUTLOOK: Council approval as public road-end on 11/19/98. Future Bainbridge Island Park District development. Proposed improvements and parking accommodations.
MAP & DIRECTIONS: 47°41.83’N 122°31.90’W There is currently no Refer to North Bainbridge Area map. parking at this site. Walk or bike to site. From Hwy 305, head east on Hidden Cove Road. Take a left on Spargur Loop Road. Just after road takes a 90 degree turn to the right, find T’Chookwap Park on the left.
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USES & AMENITIES: S Scenic views (Port Madison), wildlife watching, picnicking, walking.
SITE DESCRIPTION: Located on Port Madison, adjacent to Bloedel Reserve, this densely wooded park has a ¼ mile trail to the shoreline. There are two sheltered picnic areas which both have fire pits. Short bridges make for an easy and fun walk. The challenging part is the last stretch to the beach where a ladder built into the soil leads down about 15 feet. The beach is sandy/silty and gradually sloped.
MAP & DIRECTIONS: 47°42.39’N 122°32.23’W
Refer to North Bainbridge Area map.
From Hwy 305, head east on West 5-6 cars Port Madison Road. Continue to 90- degree turn to the left, where road becomes County Park Road. Find signs and parking for Nature Preserve on the left.
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S USES & AMENITIES: Scenic views (Eagle Harbor), wildlife watching, walking, picnicking, tennis, kayaking.
(restrooms located at Commons building in park) SITE DESCRIPTION: Located on north shore of Eagle Harbor. Next to the boat ramp there is a sand/gravel beach, elsewhere the beach is muddy and people should not disturb. There is an easy asphalt turnaround for cars and trailers at the boat launch, which is at the end of Shannon Drive. Also find a day-use public dock with kayak rental and dingy tie-up area. Site also has an open lawn area, a concert stage, multiple picnic tables, and a walking trail along the shoreline. Trail from Waterfront Park leads to Harborview Drive and ferry terminal. Walkers and cyclists can combine roads and trails to reach the head-of-the-bay on Eagle Harbor. Site is adjacent to downtown Winslow area amenities (restaurants, groceries, shopping, etc).
BACKGROUND/ HISTORICAL INFORMATION: Acquired by City of Winslow prior to all- island government..
MAP & DIRECTIONS: 47°37.34’N 122°31.03’W
Refer to Eagle Harbor Area map. (20+ car spaces From Winslow, head south on on Bjune Drive. Trailer parking Madison Avenue. Turn left on near boat launch Bjune Drive. Turn right on & along Bjune Shannon Drive if you want to use on weekends) the boat ramp. Veer to the right, on Brien Avenue (one-way street). Park along Bjune or Brien Avenue.
Bainbridge Island Shoreline Access Guidebook December 2003 BROOM STREET NEIGHBORHOOD USE
USES & AMENITIES: Scenic views (Port Madison), wildlife watching, picnicking, kayaking, dingy landing. R
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SITE DESCRIPTION: 30-foot wide right of way with gravel driveway and path leads to no-bank sand/gravel beach. Grass area about 3 feet above beach great for sitting/ picnicking.
BACKGROUND/ HISTORICAL INFORMATION/ FUTURE OUTLOOK: Council approval as public road-end on 1/15/98. Historic homestead site, dogfish oil rendering (1850s-1880s).
MAP & DIRECTIONS: 47°42.06’N 122°31.94’W
Refer to North Bainbridge Area map. (2-3 cars, part way From Hwy 305, head east on West down gravel road Port Madison Road. Continue to 90- about 30 degree turn to the left, where road yards from becomes County Park Road. Turn shore). right on Broom Street. Find road-end on the left side down a gravel road with posted “ShoreAccess” signs.
Bainbridge Island Shoreline Access Guidebook December 2003
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USES & AMENITIES: Scenic views (Olympic Mountains, Manzanita Bay, Keyport Naval Base), wildlife watching, R
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SITE DESCRIPTION: This paved 30-foot wide road-end provides easy access to views and water access. The right-of-way boundaries are clearly defined by fences and landscaping on neighboring properties. The beach is gently sloping, sand to gravel. A 5- foot bulkhead has a couple of deep steps for beach access, and additional cement blocks stand above the bulkhead.
BACKGROUND/ HISTORICAL INFORMATION/ FUTURE OUTLOOK: Council approval as public road-end on 4/4/96. Historic site of Steamer Dock ‘Manzanita’ (1910-1930s).
View of Keyport from site.
MAP & DIRECTIONS: 47º 40.60'N 122º 33.70’'W
Refer to North Bainbridge Area map.
(5 cars on From Hwy 305, turn west on Day edges of Road. Stay straight and continue to Dock St. ‘T’ intersection with Manzanita right-of- Drive, turn left. Turn right on Dock way) Street.
Bainbridge Island Shoreline Access Guidebook December 2003 GORDON DRIVE NEIGHBORHOOD USE
USES & AMENITIES: Scenic views (Port Madison), wildlife watching, kayaking, dingy landing. R
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SITE DESCRIPTION: This 30-foot wide right-of-way is paved within 200 feet of the shore. Follow the path along the right edge of driveway at end of pavement, which leads to the no-bank gravel/cobble beach.
BACKGROUND/ HISTORICAL INFORMATION/ FUTURE OUTLOOK: Council approval as public road-end on 11/21/96. Possible actions include creation of a vehicular turnaround area and maintaining View from site. line-of-site from end of Gordon Drive to water.
MAP & DIRECTIONS: 47°42.36’N 122°32.04’W
Refer to North Bainbridge Area map. Parking at West Port From Hwy 305, head east on Madison Nature West Port Madison Road. Turn left Preserve off on Gordon Drive and follow to the County Park end. Road.
Bainbridge Island Shoreline Access Guidebook February 2004 GOWEN PLACE NEIGHBORHOOD USE
USES & AMENITIES: Scenic views (Eagle Harbor), wildlife watching, walk or bike to Winslow. R
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SITE DESCRIPTION: This 60-foot wide right-of-way has benefited from Boy Scout improvements including a bench and path. Pedestrians and cyclist can connect Gowen Place with neighboring Eakin Drive by trail and then onto downtown Winslow by a mixture of residential roads and trails.
BACKGROUND/ HISTORICAL INFORMATION/ FUTURE OUTLOOK: Council approval as public road-end on 1/15/98. Gowen Place was named after the founding priest of Saint Barnabas Episcopal Church which is located at the intersection of Gowen and Wyatt.
View from site.
MAP & DIRECTIONS: 47°37.45’N 122°32.04’W
Refer to Eagle Harbor Area map.
From Winslow, head west down 2-3 cars Wyatt Way. Turn left on Gowen Place. Travel down Gowen to where road turns and continue approximately 160 feet. Turn right towards the water for approx. 475 feet to a brush bank. Shore access is about another 100 feet down trail.
Bainbridge Island Shoreline Access Guidebook December 2003 HARBORVIEW DRIVE NEIGHBORHOOD USE
RECOMMENDED USES: Scenic views (Eagle Harbor, Seattle, Mt. Rainier), wildlife watching, and kayaking (landing R
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SITE DESCRIPTION: This gravel pathway leads to no-bank gravel beach access on Eagle Harbor and begins just before condominiums on a clearly marked pathway that connects to Waterfront Park. To get to the ferry terminal, walk up Harborview Drive and turn right down to the terminal. Walk down beach and under ferry terminal pilings for unique perspective.
BACKGROUND/ HISTORICAL INFORMATION/ FUTURE OUTLOOK: This trail is a public access easement provided by Eagle Harbor Condominiums.
View from site.
MAP & DIRECTIONS: 47°37.32’N 122°30.73’W
Refer to Eagle Harbor Area map. (Waterfront Park in Winslow at Waterfront Park or Park or Bjune Drive. Follow the downtown Waterfront Park Pedestrian Trail Winslow) towards the ferry terminal. Trail intersects Harborview Drive. Find the shore access trail just to the left of Eagle Harbor Condos.
Bainbridge Island Shoreline Access Guidebook December 2003 HIDDEN COVE ROAD NEIGHBORHOOD USE
USES & AMENITIES: Scenic view, wildlife watching. R O A D - E N D S
SITE DESCRIPTION: High bluff with sand/cobble beach. Access to the beach is down fairly high set of wood steps. Road leading down to the top of the stairs becomes gravel drive barely one-car wide. Site is best as a walking or biking destination.
BACKGROUND/ HISTORICAL INFORMATION/ FUTURE OUTLOOK: Council approval as public road-end on 4/17/97. Ice-aged bones where once found at this site. A tug boat is sunk just off-shore and can be seen at low tide. Stairs are in need to being rebuilt.
View from site.
MAP & DIRECTIONS: 47°41.41’N 122°33.94’ W No parking at this site, but Refer to North Bainbridge Area map. possible for one car to use From Hwy 305, turn west on Hidden pullout near Cove Road and follow all the way to bus stop on the water. Manzanita Drive for short-term stay.
Bainbridge Island Shoreline Access Guidebook December 2003 LAFAYETTE AVENUE NEIGHBORHOOD USE
USES & AMENITIES: Scenic views (Port Madison), wildlife watching, kayaking. R
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SITE DESCRIPTION: This 40-foot wide public easement extends Lafayette Avenue across the tidelands. A narrow pathway leads about 30 feet through brush to the gently sloping sand/gravel beach. An interpretive panel displaying information about Port Madison history marks the path entrance. Adjacent shoreline is owned by Port Madison Water Company and is private, but open to public (with permission only) under the opens space taxation program. Call the Port Madison Water Company at 206-780-2012 to visit properties adjacent to Lafayette Road End.
View from site.
BACKGROUND/ HISTORICAL INFORMATION: Council approval as public road-end on 11/19/98. Historic site of Port Madison Hotel, store, shipyard and Meigs’Mill. Beach trail entrance.
MAP & DIRECTIONS: 47°42.19’N 122°31.54’W
Refer to North Bainbridge Area map. (6-8+ cars From Hwy 305, turn east on Day along shoulder of Road and take an immediate left onto Euclid Phelps Road. Follow Phelps to Frog Ave) Rock intersection. Continue straight on Phelps, and soon after turn left on Euclid Ave. Follow Euclid along the water to Lafayette. Trail on left opposite Lafayette Avenue.
Bainbridge Island Shoreline Access Guidebook July 2004 LOVELL AVENUE NEIGHBORHOOD USE
USES & AMENITIES: Scenic views (Eagle Harbor), wildlife watching, walk or bike to Winslow. R
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SITE DESCRIPTION: 15-foot wide easement with chained off sewer lift station. 10-foot grass pathway to muddy beach. View is somewhat restricted by surrounding vegetation. Combine this site with others along the north shore of Eagle Harbor by walking or biking roads and trails.
BACKGROUND/ HISTORICAL INFORMATION/ FUTURE OUTLOOK: Council Approval as public road-end on 1/15/98. Historic site of Horbeck Spit (the Shipyard’s first store).
View from site.
MAP & DIRECTIONS: 47°37.32’N 122°31.57’W NO PARKING Refer to Eagle Harbor Area map. Best to walk or bike to From Winslow, head west on site. Winslow Way. Turn left on Lovell Ave and follow to end.
Bainbridge Island Shoreline Access Guidebook December 2003 LYTLE ROAD NEIGHBORHOOD USE
USES & AMENITIES: Scenic views (Olympic Mountains, Rich Passage, ferry route), wildlife watching, kayaking. R
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SITE DESCRIPTION: This 40-foot wide right-of-way includes a no-bank, gradually sloped, sandy/gravel beach with driftwood. Private property and tidelands exists on both sides of 40-foot wide right-of-way.
BACKGROUND/ HISTORICAL INFORMATION/ FUTURE OUTLOOK: One of the first road-ends developed for public use and now heavily used. Be of the amount of use, please be especially considerate of neighboring private properties and tidelands. Remember to pack out your trash and help keep public road-ends clean.
View of Rich Passage from site.
MAP & DIRECTIONS: 47°35.87’N 122°32.46’W
Refer to South Bainbridge Area map. (4-6 cars with turnaround From Lynwood Center, head area) south on Lynwood Center Road. Turn right on Lytle Road. Turnaround & parking area at end of Lytle Road.
Bainbridge Island Shoreline Access Guidebook July 2004 OCEAN DRIVE NEIGHBORHOOD USE
USES & AMENITIES: Scenic view (Seattle, Mt. Baker, shipping lanes), wildlife watching, kayaking. R
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SITE DESCRIPTION: 40-foot wide right-of-way provides a no- bank gravel beach with driftwood. Asphalt parking terminates about 50 feet from beach. Parking lot to the north is privately owned.
BACKGROUND/ HISTORICAL INFORMATION: Council approval as public road –end on 6/18/98. Historic site of Chautauqua Steamer Dock, Moran School for Boys, and Manitou Park.
MAP & DIRECTIONS: 47°39.76’N 122°30.00’W
Refer to Central Bainbridge Area map.
From Rolling Bay, head east on Valley 2 cars at end Road. At 90 degree turn, the road of road becomes Manitou Beach Drive. Turn left on Manitou Park Boulevard. Turn right onto Ocean Drive, and follow to shore. Also accessible via footpath on public right-of-way from the end of Mountain View Drive.
Bainbridge Island Shoreline Access Guidebook December 2003 SANWICK ROAD NEIGHBORHOOD USE
USES & AMENITIES: Scenic view (Agate Pass), wildlife watching, kayaking. R
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SITE DESCRIPTION: This road-end is a wonderful shoreline access point. A gently sloped gravel path provides access from the end of the paved road to the sand/gravel beach. Users should be aware that currents can be very strong in Agate Passage.
BACKGROUND/ HISTORICAL INFORMATION: Council approval as public road-end on 11/21/96. Site improved with a bench and trail by Boy Scouts.
View of Agate Pass Bridge from site.
MAP & DIRECTIONS: 47°43.03’N 122°33.38’W
Refer to North Bainbridge Area map. (3 cars, on From Hwy 305, turn east on left near end of Agatewood Road. Road becomes road) Dolphin Drive as it makes a 90 degree turn to the right. Turn left onto Agate Pass Road. Turn left onto Sanwick Road and follow to end.
Bainbridge Island Shoreline Access Guidebook December 2003 SCHEL-CHELB ESTUARY NEIGHBORHOOD USE
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SITE DESCRIPTION: This man-made estuary is a habitat restoration project. At low tide, the estuary almost completely drains, then fills at high tide. The culvert under Point White Drive allows fish passage through the estuary and up Schel-Chelb Creek. The sand/gravel beach faces Rich Passage with sandflats at low tide. Combine this site with a walk or bike along Point White and Crystal Springs Drives.
BACKGROUND/ HISTORICAL INFORMATION: Creation of this project funded in partnership with Trout Unlimited and Washington Department of Transportation: June 28, 1997. It is owned by WDOT. City of Bainbridge Island purchase easement to beach and protective buffer to part of the estuary. A trail connecting Point White Drive and Baker Hill Road is planned.
MAP & DIRECTIONS: 47°36.23’N 122°33.09’W
Refer to South Bainbridge Area map. 1 car From Lynwood Center, head west on Best to Point White Drive. 1 parking space walk or is located on the west side of the bike to this estuary on the right. site.
Bainbridge Island Shoreline Access Guidebook December 2003 SEABOLD ROAD NEIGHBORHOOD USE
USES & AMENITIES: Scenic view (Port Orchard), wildlife watching. R
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SITE DESCRIPTION: This 30-foot wide right-of-way, ends at a 40-foot high steep bank. The trail to the beach is signed and runs adjacent to a paved driveway lined by a fence. The bank is sliding, so access down the bluff may be limited. The beach is gradually sloped, gravel/cobble.
BACKGROUND/ HISTORICAL INFORMATION/ FUTURE OUTLOOK: Council approval as public road-end on 5/15/97. Ice-aged bones have been found at this site. Historic site of the north end’s Mosquito Fleet Dock. Bainbridge Island Land Trust acquired tidelands in this area in a three-way transaction between the Land Trust, Suquamish Tribe, and WA Department of Natural Resources. Future improvement to access down the bluff may be pursued with help from Bainbridge Island Land Trust.
View from site.
MAP & DIRECTIONS: 47°42.05’ N 122°33.79’ W
Refer to North Bainbridge Area map. Best parking is up the hill From Hwy 305, head west on on the north side of the Seabold Road until road takes a 90- Seabold/ degree turn. Trail begins at this turn Komedal in the road adjacent to paved intersection driveway. Do not park inside roadways or near corners.
Bainbridge Island Shoreline Access Guidebook December 2003 SKOGEN LANE NEIGHBORHOOD USE
USES & AMENITIES: Scenic views (Port Madison), wildlife watching, dingy landing, kayaking (landing site, but R
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SITE DESCRIPTION: This 40-foot wide right-of-way, narrows to 20- feet wide about 130 feet from tidelands. The 3- foot bulkhead, supports a relatively low-bank, but needs adequate steps for easy access to beach. Public tidelands are gently sloping gravel and mud.
View from site. BACKGROUND/ HISTORICAL INFORMATION/ FUTURE OUTLOOK: Council approval as public road-end on 12/3/98. Neighborhood has discussed community dock at site.
MAP & DIRECTIONS: 47°41.91’N 122°32.21’W No parking or turn- Refer to North Bainbridge Area map. around area. Best From Hwy 305, turn east on West to walk or Port Madison. Just after a bend to the bike to this left, take Skogen Lane,which forms a site.
hairpin turn back to the right. Follow Skogen to end and continue down trail.
Bainbridge Island Shoreline Access Guidebook December 2003 TAYLOR AVENUE NEIGHBORHOOD USE
USES & AMENITIES: Scenic view (ferry, Eagle Harbor, marinas), wildlife watching, kayaking, dingy landing. R
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SITE DESCRIPTION: This 60-foot wide right-of-way includes a short path from a turn-around area to the water. The beach is somewhat mucky, and bordered to the west by one of many Eagle Harbor marinas.
BACKGROUND/ HISTORICAL INFORMATION/ FUTURE OUTLOOK: Council approval as public road-end on 10/15/98. Historic site of Eagledale ferry where Japanese Americans were first forced into internment during World War II. Was also the site of a historic resort. Currently, the site is under study for National Memorial status. To the east of the site is the Wycoff property, which is currently undergoing federal Superfund cleanup of creosote contaminated sediment and ground water. Significant efforts are underway to preserve the Wycoff property as a park.
MAP & DIRECTIONS: 47°36.97’N 122°30.62’W
Refer to Eagle Harbor Area map. 3-4 cars From Winslow, head west down with turnaround Wyatt Way to the head-of-the-bay. At turn Wyatt becomes Eagle Harbor Drive. Take first left to stay on Eagle Harbor Drive. Turn left on Taylor Avenue, go to end. Follow to end where road becomes gravel.
Bainbridge Island Shoreline Access Guidebook December 2003 WARD AVENUE NEIGHBORHOOD USE
USES & AMENITIES: Scenic views (Eagle Harbor, marina), wildlife watching, kayaking/dingy landing/launching R
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SITE DESCRIPTION: 35-foot wide right-of-way, adjacent to Eagle Harbor Marina and bed & breakfast. Ward Avenue terminates at cement blocks, providing a lookout over the marina and Eagle Harbor. Beach is muddy and not suitable for access. The public can launch dinghies, kayaks, and other small craft during daylight hours from “Dock A” of the marina (if gate is locked, harbormaster will let public through).
BACKGROUND/ HISTORICAL INFORMATION: Council approval as public road-end on 10/15/98. ‘Eagledale’ Steamer Dock (1910s- 1930s). 1980 Kitsap County shoreline permit required 6 public parking spaces and public easement to dock ‘A’ for landing and launching dinghies, car-topped boats and kayaks.
MAP & DIRECTIONS: 47°36.99’N 122°30.81’W
Refer to Eagle Harbor Area map. (6 car spaces From Winslow, head west down in marina lot. Note there Wyatt Way to the head-of-the- may not be bay. At turn Wyatt becomes signage for Eagle Harbor Drive. Take first designated left to stay on Eagle Harbor spaces) Drive. Turn left on Ward Avenue, go to end. Parking in Eagle Harbor Marina lot.
Bainbridge Island Shoreline Access Guidebook December 2003 WHARF STREET NEIGHBORHOOD USE
USES & AMENITIES: Scenic views (Olympic Mountains, ferry route, Rich Passage), wildlife watching, diving R
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SITE DESCRIPTION: This 40-foot wide right-of-way extends from Pleasant Beach Drive to Rich Passage. The beach is gently sloping, and sandy, with driftwood. This site has been greatly improved by a 1999 Boy Scout project. Access is easy to this no-bank beach.
BACKGROUND/ HISTORICAL INFORMATION: Council approval as public road-end on 8/21/97. Historic site of Pleasant Beach Hotel, Steamer Dock (1880s- 1930s). 1999 Boy Scout Project.
MAP & DIRECTIONS: 47°35.57’N 122°32.01’W
Refer to South Bainbridge Area map. 1-2 cars From Lynwood Center, drive south on Lynwood Center Road. Road Becomes Pleasant Beach Drive. At ‘Y’ in road, veer right, continuing on Pleasant Beach Drive. Turn right on Wharf Street about ¼ mile before Fort Ward State Park.
Bainbridge Island Shoreline Access Guidebook December 2003 WINSLOW BOARDWALK ISLAND-WIDE USE
USES & AMENITIES: Scenic views (marinas, Eagle Harbor), wildlife watching, walking (connect trails to Waterfront R
Park), gathering place. O A
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Adjacent to several restaurants, coffee shop, and marine supply store. D S
SITE DESCRIPTION: This site is not a “beach access”, but is a plaza- like area connected to a short pedestrian boardwalk that parallels the shore and links several restaurants. There is an interpretive panel with history of the harbor. Combine roads and trails for a walk or bike that includes other shoreline access sites, including Harborview Drive, Waterfront Park, Lovel Avenue, and Gowen Place.
BACKGROUND/ HISTORICAL INFORMATION/ FUTURE OUTLOOK: Historic site of ‘Madrone’, ‘Winslow’ Steamer Dock (1887-1937). Part of Winslow Waterfront Trail (incomplete).
MAP & DIRECTIONS:
Refer to Eagle Harbor Area Map. 10+ parallel From Winslow, head south on spaces along ParffitWay. Madison Avenue towards the water. Pedestrian area straight Additonal ahead as road turns 90 degrees parking on and becomes Parffit Way. Bjune Drive and Winslow Way.
Bainbridge Island Shoreline Access Guidebook December 2003 WINSLOW WAY NEIGHBORHOOD USE
USES & AMENITIES: Scenic views (Eagle Harbor), wildlife watching, kayaking, walk and bike to other sites along R
the north shore of Eagle Harbor. O A
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SITE DESCRIPTION: Winslow way ends at gate and a graveled footpath leads down the 20-foot wide right-of-way to a gravelly, muddy beach. There is a marked public footpath leading to the north paralleling the shore and connecting to Shepard Way. Combine roads and trails to connect all of the Winslow shoreline access sites.
BACKGROUND/ HISTORICAL INFORMATION/ FUTURE OUTLOOK: Council approval as public road-end on 1/15/98. Easement connecting to Shepard way provided by subdivision.
MAP & DIRECTIONS: 47°37.50’N 122°31.81’W
Refer to Eagle Harbor Area map. (1-2 cars near From Winslow, head west on path)
Winslow Way. Continue straight through Grow Avenue to the end of Winslow Way.
Bainbridge Island Shoreline Access Guidebook December 2003 WOODLAND DRIVE NEIGHBORHOOD USE
USES & AMENITIES: Scenic views (Manzanita Bay), wildlife watching, kayaking, dingy pullout. ROAD-ENDS
SITE DESCRIPTION: This 60-foot wide right-of-way is located on Little Manzanita Bay and adjoins the loop of Bay View Blvd. Trail starts at top of driveway and cuts steeply down the bank for 50 feet, then gradually levels off to approach water. Beach is accessible by stair down low-bank (3-foot bulkhead) and is gradually sloped sand/gravel. Tidelands adjoin a community beach to the owned by Olympic Beach Water Association.
View from site.
BACKGROUND/ HISTORICAL INFORMATION/ FUTURE OUTLOOK: Council approval as public road-end on 11/05/98. Recent addition of trail, bench, and stairs to beach by City and Boy Scouts.
MAP & DIRECTIONS: 47°40.41’N 122°33.67’W No Parking
Refer to Central Bainbridge Area map. Walk or bike to site. From Hwy 305, head west on Koura Road. Continue west on Koura as it crosses Miller Road. Turn right on Olympic Terrace Ave. Road splits, and forms a loop. Woodland road-end can be reached going either direction (Heron or Maple St). Shore access sign marks trail to beach.
Bainbridge Island Shoreline Access Guidebook July 2006 YAQUINA AVENUE NEIGHBORHOOD USE
USES & AMENITIES: Scenic views (Seattle, shipping lanes), wildlife watching. R
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SITE DESCRIPTION: Gradually sloped, cobble to rocky beach with barnacles. Well-constructed steps to 5-foot rock bulkhead. Climb rocks down to beach. 40-60-foot wide public tidelands fronts right-of- way. Access is well-signed.
BACKGROUND/ HISTORICAL INFORMATION/ FUTURE OUTLOOK: Council approval as public access road- end on 1/21/99. Historic site of ‘Pettit’s Landing’ Steamer dock (1910- 1930s), and ‘Port of Ferncliff’ foot ferry. Former dock pilings are still visible. A Navy ship sits underwater from the 1960s-1970s). This site is highly valued as main access to water for residents of Ferncliff neighborhood.
MAP & DIRECTIONS: 47°38.76’N 122°30.44’W
Refer to Central Bainbridge Area map. 1-2 car From Winslow, head east pullout.
on Winslow Way. Turn left on Park in Ferncliff Avenue. Turn right on signed area Yaquina Avenue. Look for Shore only. Access signs. Pullout on right side before road turns back to the right. Park in signed area only.
Bainbridge Island Shoreline Access Guidebook December 2003 AGATE PASS BRIDGE
USES & AMENITIES: Scenic views (Agate Pass), wildlife watching.
SITE DESCRIPTION: S H
The only bridge to Bainbridge O R
Island. Its two-lanes span E - V
Agate Passage for just less I E
than ¼ mile, connecting the W
Kitsap Peninsula and the Port R O
Madison Suquamish Indian A D
Reservation with Bainbridge S Island. Enjoy dramatic views of Agate Passage from both sides of the bridge. Please be considerate of bicyclist when driving across the bridge.
BACKGROUND / HISTORICAL INFORMATION Prior to Agate Pass Bridge (built in 1950), Island residents relied on the mosquito fleet for travel and transporting goods.
MAP & DIRECTIONS:
Refer to North Bainbridge Area map.
Following Hwy 305 north or south, Park-and- the bridge is located at the north end ride lot of Bainbridge Island. located at north end of bridge. NEARBY SHORELINE ACCESS
• Agate Pass Bridge Trail • Hidden Cove Road (road-end) • Sanwick Road (road-end)
Bainbridge Island Shoreline Access Guidebook December 2003 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD
USES & AMENITIES: Scenic views (Blakely Harbor, Blakely Rock, Seattle, Mt. Baker, shipping lanes), wildlife watching, walking, and biking.
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SITE DESCRIPTION: O This mile-long stretch of road R E - provides excellent shore views V I towards the north, east, and E W
west into Blakely Harbor. R O A D S
BACKGROUND/ HISTORICAL INFORMATION: Blakely Harbor was the site of the world’s largest saw mill at one time. The harbor still shows signs of its mill days, but has largely returned to a fairly natural condition and is now the least developed harbor in Central Puget Sound.
MAP & DIRECTIONS: Refer to South Bainbridge Area map.
From Lynwood Center, head south on (5-7 pullout Lynwood Center Road and stay left at the places along ’Y’ as it becomes Oddfellows Road. Turn the road right on Blakely Avenue. Turn right on shoulder). Country Club Road.
NEARBY SHORELINE ACCESS: • Blakely Harbor Park • Rockaway Beach Park • Fort Ward State Park
Bainbridge Island Shoreline Access Guidebook December 2003 CRYSTAL SPRINGS / POINT WHITE DRIVE
USES & AMENITIES: Scenic views (Port Orchard, Rich Passage, Sinclair Inlet), wildlife watching, walking, biking.
SITE DESCRIPTION:
This three-mile stretch of shoreline road provides S H
excellent views of Port Orchard and Rich O R
Passage and is a popular walking and biking E - route. Use caution as shoulders are very narrow. V I Road passes by other shoreline access sites such E W
as Point White Dock and Schel-Chelb Estuary. R O A D S
BACKGROUND/ HISTORICAL INFORMATION: Popular area for summer cottages with historic mosquito fleet ferry access to Bremerton from Point White Dock.
MAP & DIRECTIONS: Refer to South Bainbridge Area map.
From Lynwood Center, turn west on Point
White Drive, and follow along shoreline. (several Road becomes Crystal Springs Drive. pullouts Note that road is a dead-end north along the intersection with Baker Hill Road. road shoulder, best NEARBY SHORELINE ACCESS: parking at • Point White Dock (park) Point • Schel-chelb Estuary (road-end) White • Lytle Road (road-end) Dock).
Bainbridge Island Shoreline Access Guidebook December 2003 EAGLE HARBOR DRIVE
USES & AMENITIES: Scenic views (Eagle Harbor), wildlife watching.
SITE DESCRIPTION:
A generous pullout area with interpretive signage S H
makes this a pleasant place to stop for a view. O R
The inner part of Eagle Harbor, called “head-of- E - the-bay,” drains completely at most low tides. V I E
This area is a designated Aquatic Conservancy W
Area, passive recreational uses only. No R O
anchoring or mooring. These tide flats and salt A
marshes provide habitat for fish, including D S salmon; birds, including osprey and heron; and other wildlife.
BACKGROUND/ HISTORICAL INFORMATION: The Wyckoff creosote wood treatment plant used this area for log storage. This is the quiet part of the harbor, a strong contrast with the commercial core of Bainbridge Island, including the ferry terminal, further out (east) in Eagle Harbor.
MAP & DIRECTIONS: Refer to Eagle Harbor Area map.
From Winslow, head west down Wyatt Way to the head-of-the-bay. At turn (pullout for 5+ cars) Wyatt becomes Eagle Harbor Drive. Take first left to stay on Eagle Harbor Drive. Find pullout on left side of road.
NEARBY SHORELINE ACCESS: • Ward Avenue (road-end) • Taylor Avenue (road-end)
Bainbridge Island Shoreline Access Guidebook December 2003 EUCLID AVENUE
USES &AMENITIES: Scenic views (Port Madison Bay), wildlife watching, walking, biking.
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DESCRIPTION: R E -
Euclid Road V
I intersects the E
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Lafayette road- R end. Since most O A
of this area is D S
heavily forested, this ¼-mile stretch of road is one of the only roadways with open shoreline views of Port Madison Bay.
View from Rroad. BACKGROUND/ HISTORICAL INFORMATION: Historic site of Port Madison Hotel, store, shipyard, and Meigs’ saw mill. Port Madison was also the first seat for county government.
MAP & DIRECTIONS: Refer to North Bainbridge Area map.
From Hwy 305, turn east on Day Road and make an immediate left turn (north)
on Phelps Road. Continue to 4-way (6-8 cars intersection, turn left on Euclid Ave NE. along shoulder of Euclid NEARBY SHORELINE ACCESS: Ave.) • Lafayette Avenue (road-end) • Beach Place (road-end) • T’Chookwap Park
Bainbridge Island Shoreline Access Guidebook December 2003 MANITOU BEACH DRIVE
USES & AMENITIES: Scenic views (Murden Cove, Seattle, shipping lanes, Mt. Rainier), wildlife watching, walking, biking.
SITE DESCRIPTION:
Manitou Beach Drive follows S
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the northern side of Murden O R
Cove. Along this half-mile E - stretch, the view is mostly V I E
unobstructed. The road W
becomes one-way (southwest R O
bound) on the eastern end A
beyond Falk Road. D S
BACKGROUND/ HISTORICAL INFORMATION/ FUTURE OUTLOOK: Site of Manitou Steamer Dock: 1887-1937 (piles still visible). Ferry Dock 1933. Road was built across historic barrier beach/backshore area that protected extensive salt marsh behind, some of which remains today.
MAP & DIRECTIONS: Refer to Central Bainbridge Area map.
From Hwy 305, head east
on Manitou Beach Drive and Pullouts for continue straight at fork in the 2 cars: one Road. at western end and one at eastern end NEARBY SHORELINE ACCESS: of road. • Ocean Drive (road-end)
Bainbridge Island Shoreline Access Guidebook December 2003 MANZANITA DRIVE
USES & AMENITIES: Scenic views (Olympic Mountains, Manzanita Bay, Port Orchard), wildlife watching, walking, cycling.
SITE DESCRIPTION: S H
Although this roadway is O R
generally densely forested, E - V
there is one section of I E
spectacular viewing on a W
curved section of the road, R O
just south of the Dock Street A D
Road End. S
BACKGROUND/ HISTORICAL INFORMATION: Historic site of Steamer Dock ‘Manzanita’ (1910- 1930s).
View from road.
MAP & DIRECTIONS: Refer to North Bainbridge Area map.
From Hwy 305, turn west on Day Road. No parking Stay straight and continue to ‘T’ intersection along road. with Manzanita Drive, and turn left. View Nearby Dock opens up after bend in the road near Dock Street. Street Road end provides several spaces. NEARBY SHORELINE ACCESS: • Dock Street (road-end) • Hidden Cove Road (road-end) • Seabold Road (road-end)
Bainbridge Island Shoreline Access Guidebook December 2003 ROCKAWAY BEACH DRIVE
USES &AMENITIES: Scenic views (Puget Sound, Seattle, shipping lanes), wildlife watching, walking, cycling.
SITE DESCRIPTION: S
This road is nestled H O
between a steep, heavily R E
vegetated bank to the - V I
west, and beachfront E homes to the east. W
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Glimpses of Puget Sound O A
and the Seattle skyline D S
poke through along this mile-long stretch. A pullout at the north end of the road reveals the mouth of Eagle Harbor and an unobstructed view of Seattle and the Cascade Mountains.
View from road. BACKGROUND/ HISTORICAL INFORMATION: The flat area between the historic bluff and the Sound is an ancient beach (tidal bench) that has been uplifted by earthquakes. The gully at the north end of the road was once a sand and gravel quarry. Steep slopes in this area have been prone to land slides.
MAP & DRIVING DIRECTIONS: Refer to South Bainbridge Area map.
From Lynwood Center, head south on Lynwood Center Road and stay left at Pullout area (1-2 the ’Y’ as it becomes Oddfellows Road. Turn right on Blakely Avenue. At cars) at northern five-way intersection, head straight up Halls Hill Road, which will become end of Rockaway Rockaway Beach Drive at Rockaway Beach Park. Beach Road. Additional parking (4-5 cars NEARBY SHORELINE ACCESS: at south end of • Rockaway Beach Park Rockaway Beach • Blakely Harbor Park Road at • Taylor Avenue (road-end) Rockaway Beach Park. • Ward Avenue (road-end)
Bainbridge Island Shoreline Access Guidebook December 2003 OTHER SHORELINE ACCESS SITES Private property open to public with permission only.
Name Location Contact Number Groups Allowed Access
Kirk Andreasen Rolling Bay 206-842-8961 or Educational Groups 206-780-9523
Ajax Revocable Trust Rolling Bay 206-679-5969 or Audubon Society Bird 206-624-9635 Counts
Brown & Harding Properties Rolling Bay Educational Groups (Judith Brown) 206-842-3772 or (John W & Elizabeth Harding) 206-842-2544
Matson Property Murden Cove 206-842-3671 (Vincent and Kathryn Mattson)
Paul & Deborah Brainerd Blakely Harbor 206-448-1433 Educational and/ or Research Groups
Country Club of Seattle Blakely Harbor 206-842-0552 Specific Groups
Powel Family Port Madison 206-842-4240 Organized Educational Groups
Port Madison Water Co. Port Madison 206-780-2012
Young Property Battle Point 206-780-8475 Educational Groups (Dallas Shaffer)
Caspar Property Agate Passage 206-523-2435 (Clark Casper)
Bainbridge Island Shoreline Access Guidebook December 2003 BAINBRIDGE ISLAND SHORELINE ACCESS GUIDEBOOK Comment Sheet
Bainbridge Island is defined by the shoreline that surrounds us. This guidebook has been produced to provide guidance to the residents of Bainbridge Island regarding shoreline access around our beautiful Island. We have tried to include only those sites that have been confirmed to be publicly accessible and currently have adequate access. In developing this guidebook, each site was visited and inventoried. If you have comments or questions regarding the sites and information featured in this guidebook, please fill out this form and return it to the address below.
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Comment:
Send comments to: Department of Planning & Community Development 280 Madison Avenue North Bainbridge Island, WA 98110 [email protected] (206) 842-2552
February 2004