Discover WA State Parks: Fort Flagler State Park. (Meet at the Flagler Museum)

In these series of state park hikes and walks, we will visit some of our beautiful state park gems. I can't think of a better way to experience the beauty of Washington!

Please don't be a No Show. If you can't attend, please change your RSVP.

Our next trip will be to Fort Flagler Historical State Park

Park and Trail Description:

Fort Flagler State Park is a public recreation area that occupies the site of Fort Flagler, a former United States Army fort. The state park occupies 1,451 acres south of the entrance to Admiralty Inlet. Port Townsend is visible to the northwest, and Whidbey Island to the east across Admiralty Inlet.
We will take the Bluff Trail and wander through the historic battery stations. We will follow the trail to the campgrounds where we will turn around.
Dress in layers bluff can get quite windy and cold.
After the hike, we will stop at the Valley Tavern just outside of the park.

Pay stations: This park is equipped with automated pay stations for visitors to purchase a one-day or annual Discover Pass and boat launch permit.

What to bring:
water
snacks and/or lunch
walking shoes or boots
personal first aid kit
sunscreen/sun protection, e.g. hat, sun shirt
a spirit of adventure
Discover Pass

Hike Data:
Length: 3.5+ miles round trip.
Elevation gain: approximately 200 feet
Discover Pass required. There is a ranger station at the entrance of the campgrounds where you can purchase a day pass. You can also borrow a Discover Park Pass at your local library.

Meeting Location:
Meet at the park at the Fort Flagler Museum at 9:30 a.m.
There is no cell reception at Fort Flagler, but if you need to get a hold of me in route, I can be reached at 253-759-1127.

History of the Park: https://parks.wa.gov/about/news-center/field-guide-blog/fort-flagler-historical-state-park-history