Sharon Olson: We drove through Fort Worden park and down to the beach. All the historic buildings and bunkers are so interesting to see. The grounds are well maintained. Beautiful views all around.
Down at the beach, you will find free, well maintained restrooms. There is plenty of parking with several trails down to the beach.
I really loved it and want to return when I can spend more time at the beach.
There is a historic lighthouse and some charming building.
We saw lots of birds and even some deer grazing on the grass.
I could have spent more time here, but we were just passing through.
It was not very crowded on a June day when I visited.
Doug Hilo: We have visited Port Townsend several times over past 14 years and it steadily evolves, there are hard core boatyards that haul and repair boats, it has a cute old historic town worth several hours strolling, farmers markets, Deer wandering around and the ferries leaving for places across the sound. It is also the North Gateway to Olympic Peninsular which while a long drive to Westport is well worth it...Leave early.
808 Fam: Awesome place. Dog friendly, but dogs need to be leashed. Great for hiking and kids will have fun here also.There are restrooms. The beach offered some nice views too. Highly recommend checking this place out.
Ivy: Discovery Pass needed otherwise $10 for day use. I saw people walking around and it seemed like a great place for a stroll. You can walk to the beach. It was too windy and cold so we just drove around, took a few pictures and left.
Sijeeta Deb: We loved exploring the park with many historical stuff, bunkers and lighthouse. The trail is easy and nice. Really a great place to have picnic with friends and family. We could see the sea lions too. The lighthouse has a museum to explore and gives access to go to the top and no entry fee. A lot of parking space is available.
Maia Hammy: The story trail is handicap accessible, although parking is a lacking. The first section is paved, then it transitions to packed small gravel and dirt. Some cutoff trails cross the dirt and grass and arent so accessible. Great trail for everyone--dogs, runners, birds, and wheeled visitors. By the way, the lagoon is a small lake, very pretty a D full of diverse native species of tres, birds, and berries. Loved the story, very appropriate to the surroundings. Lots of dog walkers out and about. (Bathrooms are locked and therefore useless.) We stayed on the trail to protect the habitat.
Jen McNaught: We launch our boat here every year over the Fourth of July! Nice dock to be able to walk to your vessel instead of having to wade through the water. Plenty of parking for trucks and boat trailer and have never had an issue with anyone messing with vehicle or equipment.
The bathroom are always open and very clean. They also keep the toilet paper stocked and sanitizer available right by the door to use on your way out.
Mystery has plenty of beach area to get your feet wet as long as it’s not high.
My kiddos love jumping off the dock into the water every year and mystery is my daughters favorite spot to swim!
We have even taken our kayaks out in the bay which is very calm water and perfect if you are just learning to paddle.
Best part of course are the crab that are caught!
Amenities Include
-Boat launch $7 per day to launch
-Mooring available $ depend on boat size
-Picnic tables
-Bathroom (2)
-Parking -discovery pass required, $35 for one year
-dock
-swimming area
-pet friendly
Jeff B: Very nice setting offering a variety of styles. We were offered a couple of extra samples just because the server thought we might be interested after having a conversation about our tastes. There was a variety of areas, inside and outside, to sit and enjoy a glass. Although a little pricey, the wines we tried were impressive.
