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Kitsap Memorial State Park
Phone: (360) 779-3205
Fax: (360) 779-3161
City: Poulsbo
Address:
Kitsap Memorial State Park,
202 Ne Park Street,
Poulsbo, WALocated four miles south of the Hood Canal Bridge on the canal's east side.
Grassy playfields and children's play equipment, a saltwater beach with tide pools and shellfish harvesting opportunities are highlights of this park. Wedding day-use facilities and a vacation house are available for overnight rental.
For more up to date information, visit the Kitsap Memorial page on the state parks web site.
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Park Overview
Kitsap Memorial State Park is a 58-acre camping park with 1,797 feet of saltwater shoreline and facilities for group and individual recreation, weddings and overnight stays. The park offers beautiful natural surroundings and sweeping views of Hood Canal.
Marine Park: Yes
Popular Destination
Park Hours
Summer: 8 a.m. to dusk.
Winter: 8 a.m. to dusk.
Please note: The dump station is being renovated and is closed until further notice. The closest dump stations are at Fay Bainbridge State Park, Naval Base Kitsap BANGOR (military clearance required) and the Kitsap County Fairgrounds (limited facilities).
Camping:
Check-in time, 2:30 p.m.
Check-out time, 1 p.m.
Quiet hours: 10 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.
A vacation house is available for year-round rental.
For information on future Hood Canal Bridge closures, visit the Department of Transportation Web site.
Winter: 8 a.m. to dusk.
Please note: The dump station is being renovated and is closed until further notice. The closest dump stations are at Fay Bainbridge State Park, Naval Base Kitsap BANGOR (military clearance required) and the Kitsap County Fairgrounds (limited facilities).
Camping:
Check-in time, 2:30 p.m.
Check-out time, 1 p.m.
Quiet hours: 10 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.
A vacation house is available for year-round rental.
For information on future Hood Canal Bridge closures, visit the Department of Transportation Web site.
Significant History
Kitsap County requested the inclusion of "memorial" in the park's name at the time of original land donation from the county. The name reflects the wishes and efforts of the original members of the Vinland Community Club, who sought to establish a "North Kitsap Memorial Park" in honor of Henry Brown. Mr. Brown was the person who first proposed dedicating the land for community use. He also established the first permanent buildings on the site.
Notable Buildings
Kitsap Memorial offers both day-use and overnight vacation rentals. The Log Hall, Pavilion and Caterer's Kitchen shelter are ideal for wedding ceremonies, receptions, family reunions and company picnics. The Hospitality House is a charming historic cabin available for overnight stays.
The Log Hall has a capacity of 192, but combined with the nearby rentable Log Pavillion, capacity increases to 200. There is a third building available to accommodate outside barbecues. Situated on a bluff, the site offers expansive views. Prices vary with size of the group. For information or reservations, call the park at (360) 779-3205.
Overnight heritage place: -The Hospitality House.
This overnight vacation cabin is newly decorated with a charming bedroom and comfortable living room/kitchenette. For information or reservations, call (800) 360-4240.
The Log Hall has a capacity of 192, but combined with the nearby rentable Log Pavillion, capacity increases to 200. There is a third building available to accommodate outside barbecues. Situated on a bluff, the site offers expansive views. Prices vary with size of the group. For information or reservations, call the park at (360) 779-3205.
Overnight heritage place: -The Hospitality House.
This overnight vacation cabin is newly decorated with a charming bedroom and comfortable living room/kitchenette. For information or reservations, call (800) 360-4240.
Directions provided by the state parks department are given below the map,
or you can try to have google create the directions from the coordinates we have on file.
Take Hwy. 16 exit off I-5, and drive north across Narrows Bridge to Gorst. Drive around Dye's inlet toward Bremerton. Travel North on Hwy. 3 towards the Hood Canal Bridge. Pass Silverdale and Poulsbo exits, and continue north five miles to top of hill. Follow "Kitsap Memorial Park" signs about 3/4 mile turn left onto Park St. (at milepost 57). Drive 200 yards and turn right into the park.
Directions
From Tacoma:Take Hwy. 16 exit off I-5, and drive north across Narrows Bridge to Gorst. Drive around Dye's inlet toward Bremerton. Travel North on Hwy. 3 towards the Hood Canal Bridge. Pass Silverdale and Poulsbo exits, and continue north five miles to top of hill. Follow "Kitsap Memorial Park" signs about 3/4 mile turn left onto Park St. (at milepost 57). Drive 200 yards and turn right into the park.
| Mammals | Birds | Fish & Sea Life | Plantlife |
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Bears
Chipmunks
Deer/Elk
Otters
Rabbits
Raccoons
Skunks
Squirrels
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Crows/Ravens
Ducks
Eagles
Geese
Grouse
Gulls
Hawks
Herons
Humming Birds
Jays
Owls
Pheasant
Quail
Woodpeckers
Wrens
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Clams
Crabs
Mussels
Octopus
Scallops
Sea Cucumbers
Seals
Shrimp
Starfish
Bullhead
Cod
Eel
Salmon
Shark
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Cedar
Douglas Fir
Hemlocks
Alders
Ash Trees
Maple Trees
Foxgloves
Lupines
Paintbrush
Rhododendron
Rose
Berries
Eel Grass
Ferns
Moss or Lichens
Seaweed
Thistle
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| General | Trails | Freshwater Activities | Saltwater Activities |
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Swimming
Beachcombing
Bird Watching
2 Soccer Fields
1 Volleyball Field
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1.5 mi. of Hiking Trails
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Scuba Diving
Fishing
Swimming
Clamming
Crabbing
Oyster Taking
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The park has two open grass fields suitable for frisbees, croquet, kite flying and ball tossing.
Picnic NotesThe park has one kitchen shelter with electricity and one without, plus four sheltered and 20 unsheltered picnic tables. The Caterer's Kitchen shelter has a brick fireplace, cooking tops and barbecue grills and may be reserved by calling the park at (360) 779-3205. Other facilities are first-come, first-served. The park has a 73-car parking capacity.
Group CampingReservations for group campsites may be made by calling (888) CAMPOUT or (888) 226-7688.
Boating/Water NotesThe park has two moorage buoy.
The closest boat launch is at Salisbury County Park, four miles north on SR 3. |
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| Park Services | Area Services |
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Camping
Pay Phone
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Auto Repair
Boating
Camping Area
Diesel
Fishing and Hunting Supplies
Gasolene
Gifts
Golfing
Groceries
Hardware
Hospital
Marine Supply
Overnight Accomodations
Pay Phones
US Mail
Propane
Recreational Equipment
White Gas
Wood
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Two gas stations with mini-marts are just outside the park, providing many supplies for park visitors. Most other services are within five miles of the park. | |


