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🌤 Weather at Fay Bainbridge Park by season
| Spring | Summer | Fall | Winter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 39–65 °F | 53–77 °F | 41–71 °F | 37–50 °F |
Each range runs from the coldest monthly average low to the warmest monthly average high in that season (1991-2020 climate normals), measured at Seattle Sand Point WSFO, 12 mi away, elevation 60 ft. Conditions at the park can differ from the station, especially where elevation differs — check a forecast before you go.
Fay Bainbridge Park is located in Washington near Bainbridge Island in Kitsap County and is managed by the Bainbridge Island Metro Park & Recreation District, not by Washington’s state park system. Spanning 17 acres, the park offers a peaceful retreat into nature for visitors of all ages.
Quick Facts
| State | Washington |
| Nearest City | Bainbridge Island |
| County | Kitsap County |
| Park Size | 17 acres |
Location & Getting There
Fay Bainbridge Park is located near Bainbridge Island, Washington. The park’s coordinates are 47.7029, -122.5080.
Things to Do
Fay Bainbridge Park is a 17-acre marine camping park on the northeast corner of Bainbridge Island, with 1,420 feet of saltwater shoreline and sandy beaches that look across Puget Sound to the Cascades; on a clear day you may see Mount Rainier or Mount Baker. The district rents tent sites, RV sites with water and electricity, and five cabins, and two picnic shelters with water and electricity can be reserved for groups of up to 50. Paddlers can use designated beach campsites on the Cascadia Marine Trail, but the nearest boat launch is at Fort Ward Park. Shellfish harvesting is prohibited to protect the eelgrass beds, and drones are banned because bald eagles roost and nest in the park. Source: Bainbridge Island Metro Park & Recreation District, as of October 2026.
Best Time to Visit
The park is open for day use from dawn to dusk every day. The district warns that the campground fills up very quickly in summer and fall and cannot take most drop-ins, so reserve ahead; tent sites 41 to 44 are first come, first served on the day, and stays are limited to 10 nights in any 30 days (as of October 2026).
Visitor Tips
Fay Bainbridge Park is run by the Bainbridge Island Metro Park & Recreation District, not Washington State Parks, so the Discover Pass and the state reservation system do not apply. Book online, by phone (206-842-0501) or in person: tent sites cost $25, RV sites $45 and cabins $105 a night (two-night minimum). The campground fills up very quickly in summer and fall, and most drop-ins cannot be accommodated.
Wildlife & Nature
Fay Bainbridge Park — 17 acres on the northeast tip of Bainbridge Island — is famous for its panoramic views of Mount Rainier (14,411 ft) rising above the Seattle skyline and Puget Sound. The park’s gravel beach offers beachcombing and tide pool exploration at low tide. Harbor seals and river otters are frequently spotted offshore. Bald eagles nest in the tall conifers above the beach. During winter, surf scoters and other sea ducks raft in the waters offshore. The park’s 36 campsites — including beachfront walk-in sites — offer some of the most scenic camping in the Puget Sound region.
Nearby Attractions
Bainbridge Island offers wineries, the Bainbridge Island Museum of Art, and Bloedel Reserve (150-acre garden). Seattle — 35-minute ferry ride from Winslow — provides world-class dining and culture. Fort Ward Park is on the south end of the island. Poulsbo — “Little Norway” — is 10 miles north with a charming Scandinavian-themed downtown.
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More parks nearby: Fort Ward Park and Illahee State Park are both a short drive away.
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